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Use real idioms

I live in Spain and when I find a cool new word or expression I challenge myself to use it in at least five conversations I have that day. Just one real idiom spices up your speech, impresses the locals and gives you a buzz!

Sent by: Katie

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Daniella 2006-09-14

Hi Katie, I also live in Spain! Thanks for the tip I will try it!

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May 2006-09-17

Totally agree with you. That's "learn it, use it". Good!!!

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Mark 2005-09-03

Popular belief is that one must use a newly learnt word at least three times in different circumstances for it to sink in. I have found this maxim to be true.

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