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platform
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The word “platform,” in this podcast, means a large, flat area where people stand while waiting for a train or subway: “Is this platform for the northbound trains or the southbound trains?” A “platform” is also a type of computer software or system: “Our new platform works with Microsoft Windows.” In politics, a “platform” refers to one’s main ideas and promises: “He campaigned on a platform of reducing the unemployment rate and improving public schools.” Finally, when talking about shoes, “platforms” or “platform shoes” are tall shoes that have a thick layer of wood under the sole (bottom part of the shoe): “Those platforms add at least six inches to her height, but they make it really hard for her to walk.” under way In this podcast, the phrase “under way” means happening, in motion, or in the process of doing something: “Once the conference is under way, we can’t make any more changes to the schedule.” The phrase “to give way” means to be replaced with something else: “Her sadness gave way to a deep depression.” The phrase “to make (one’s) way” means to make progress in a certain direction or toward a certain goal, especially when it is difficult or takes a lot of time: “He’s making his way through some difficult personal circumstances.” The phrase “to make (one’s) way home” can also mean to return home without receiving help from another person: “Everyone was surprised when the little boy made his way home after having been lost in the woods for two days.” 3 these materials on another website or distributing them in any way is prohibited. English as a Second Language Podcast www.eslpod.com ESL Podcast 771 – Commuting by Train
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Welcome to English as a Second Language Podcast number 771: Commuting by Train.
This is English as a Second Language Podcast episode 771. I’m your host, Dr. Jeff McQuillan, coming to you from beautiful Los Angeles, California.
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This episode is a dialogue between Lisa and Omar talking about traveling on a train. Let’s get started.
Lisa: Can you tell me if this is the right platform for the train to Arlington?
Omar: Yes, it is. Is this your first time taking the train?
Lisa: Is it that obvious?
Omar: No, you just look a little lost.
Lisa: I’m starting a new job and I have to commute to work for the first time.
Omar: Oh, I see. Did you buy a ticket at the ticket machine?
Lisa: Yes, I did, when I entered the station. I hope I bought the right one.
Omar: Let me see. Yes, that’s
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