Welcome to English in a Minute from home! If you fan a fire, the flames get bigger. But what does this mean as an idiom? Speaker A: Anna, what are you looking at?Speaker B: A car stopped on the road. The men are fighting. Oh, no! Now the women are fighting.Speaker A: Wow! That is definitely going to fan the flames.Speaker B: It has fanned the flames. Now everyone is … [Read more...] about Fan the Flames (Idioms)
Archives for January 2022
Trek (News Words)
Welcome to the Voice of America's News Words. Three brothers from Nepal are aiming to make history in the sport of mountain climbing. Trek The brothers are well-known climbing guides. They recently began a year-long trek to the highest mountain on each of the seven continents. The first continent on their trek is Antarctica, where they will climb Mount Vinson and then … [Read more...] about Trek (News Words)
Dogs Go Back to School at Nigeria’s Dog Carnival
Hundreds of dogs recently gathered in Nigeria’s business capital of Lagos. They wore things meant for humans: colorful school clothes, sunglasses and even book bags. The dogs were taking part in the third-ever Lagos Dog Carnival. Organizers of the event called it bigger and better than ever. This year, the carnival’s theme was “back to school.” Jackie Idimogu is the … [Read more...] about Dogs Go Back to School at Nigeria’s Dog Carnival
Pick Your Battles (Idioms)
Welcome to English in a Minute! A battle is a fight between people or groups. But, what does it mean to pick a battle? Let's find out. Pick Your Battles Speaker A: Jonathan, what is the best relationship advice you have ever been given? Speaker B: Hmm. I'd say "pick your battles." Speaker A: That's a good one! Fighting over every single little thing would be so … [Read more...] about Pick Your Battles (Idioms)
Two Edible Plants Grow Well Indoors During Winter
Do you want to grow plants inside during the cold weather? If so, you may want to consider some plants that can flavor your food and make your home smell nice at the same time. We are talking about the herbs rosemary and bay laurel. Both plants do well inside, near a sunny window in the cold weather as long as the temperature is warm and you keep them watered. Both … [Read more...] about Two Edible Plants Grow Well Indoors During Winter
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