1. Bank on - to rely on a future occurrence
2. Break the bank - to be very expensive
3. Can take (something) to the bank - a statement or piece of information that is definitely true
4. In the red - to lose money
5. Dime a dozen - very common and of no special value
6. Foot the bill - to pay for something
1. What is the difference between the words house and home?
2. Can you learn something about someone just by seeing their home color scheme and furniture?
3. What do the exteriors of homes look like in the neighborhood where you grew up?
4. Describe all of the furniture in your favorite room in your apartment or house.
5. An old English saying is that, " A man's home is his castle." Do you agree with this saying?
6. In your culture or society do you think it is important to own a home?
Exercise 1. Name the home tool equipment in the pictures
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1. Bring to the table - to make a contribution or to offer something in a negotiation or discussion
2. Down the drain - to waste something especially money or work
3. Pull the plug - to be terminated prematurely usually by stopping funding
4. Under the table - bribes or illegal payments
5. On the table - a plan that is being discussed
6. Iron Out - to resolve an issue
Exercise 1. Describe the clothing you see in the picture.
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Expressions about Shopping
1. It's a steal - a product or service at a very low price
2. Rip-off - an overpriced product or service
3. Window shopping - to look at products, but not actually buy them
4. Shop lift - to steal products from a store
5. Shop around - to visit many shops in order to compare prices
6. In-stock - products are available to be purchased
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1. Why are basic necessity items such as eggs, milk, and other items usually situated in the back of a supermarket?
2. What items will you usually find near the cash register at a supermarket?
3. What are some methods consumers can use to resist spending extra money in a supermarket or mall?
4. Will a single woman who wears boyfriend jeans become more likely to find an actual boyfriend?
5. Why is there a stereotype that women prefer to shop more than men?
6. In which store would you like to go on a shopping spree?
