| Id | ESLPod_1138_WE_1950 |
|---|---|
| Episode Id | ESLPod 1138 |
| Episode Title | Dating Nice Guys and Bad Boys |
| Phrase | in so many words |
| Text | The phrase "in so many words," in this podcast, means in those exact words or in that exact way: "They didn't offer me the job in so many words, but the interview went really well so I think I'll receive an offer soon." The phrase "in (someone's) words" means as another person said something, and is used to quote another person: "In Allen Saunders' words, 'Life is what happens while you are busy making other plans.'" The phrase "to have/exchange words with (someone)" means to argue: "We overheard them having words, but it sounds like they've made up now." Finally, the phrase "words fail (one)" means that one cannot think what to say because one is too surprised or angry: "When he behaved so rudely, words failed me and I could only shake my head and walk away." |
| Topics | Relationships + Family |
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