to let (one) off easily

Welcome to English as a Second Language Podcast number 542: Renting a Movie.

This is English as a Second Language Podcast episode 542. I’m your host, Dr. Jeff McQuillan, coming to you from the Center for Educational Development in beautiful Los Angeles, California.

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This episode is called “Renting a Movie.” It is a dialogue between Brenda and Jang, talking about renting movies to watch at home. Let’s get started.

Brenda: I have to return these movies in the drop box today or I’ll have late fees. Can I get you anything while I’m out?

Jang: Are you still renting movies from the video store? I use a service that delivers the movies to my mailbox. There are never any late fees.

Brenda: I’ve thought about subscribing to one of those services, but I think I would really miss browsing at the video store.