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permission
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The word “permission,” in this podcast, means approval to do, have, or use something: “I can’t believe my sister wore my new dress without my permission!” Or, “It’s illegal to copy these files without permission.” The phrase “express permission” means permission that is very clear and official, usually in writing: “The musician gave us her express permission to use her music at the political campaign event.” The phrase “to apply for permission” means to officially request approval for something: “You’ll need to fill out these forms to apply for permission to build on that lot.” Finally, a “permit” is an official document giving permission to do something, usually given by a governmental office: “To post signs along the street, you’ll need a permit from the city.” to come up short In this podcast, the phrase “to come up short” means to not meet expectations or to disappoint: “We had high hopes for the new salesperson, but his performance really came up short.” The phrase “to come up short” also means to not have enough money: “We try to follow our budget, but we usually come up short at the end of the month.” The phrase “to sell (someone or something) short” mean to underestimate or to believe that someone or something is worth less than he, she, or it really is: “Don’t sell yourself short! You’re a valued employee and you deserve a raise.” Finally, the phrase “to fall short of (something)” means to be less than what one needed or wanted: “Unfortunately, our sales performance fell short of expectations.” 3 these materials on another website or distributing them in any way is prohibited. www.easytalk.ir English as a Second Language Podcast www.eslpod.com ESL Podcast 1302 – Complaining About Parents
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Welcome to English as a Second Language Podcast number 1,302 – Complaining about Parents.
This is English as a Second Language Podcast episode 1,302. I’m your host, Dr. Jeff McQuillan, coming to you from the Center for Educational Development in beautiful Los Angeles, California.
This episode is a dialogue between Winnie and Finn, who are both complaining about their parents. Let’s get started.
Winnie: I can’t believe it. My dad is so clueless.
Finn: What did he do now?
Winnie: He gave me permission to go to Gabi’s party, but I have to be home by 11 p.m. because of my curfew.
Finn: At least he’s letting you go. My mom is so overprotective that she won’t let me go to any parties.
Winnie: Unbelievable! Do your parents get on your case all the time like mine do?
Finn: Yeah! My mom is always nagging me to do my homework and then complains that I spend too much time by
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