Shadowing Practice: 10 Real-Life English Conversations for Beginners | Everyday English Speaking Practice (A1–A2) - Learn English Speaking with Video
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Phone battery died.
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Ryan, can I use your phone?
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Sure, but what's wrong?
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My phone battery died completely.
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Oh, no. Did you charge it?
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I tried, but nothing happened.
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That's strange.
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Was it working earlier?
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Yes, it worked this morning.
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Did you use it a lot?
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Yes, I watched videos during lunch.
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That probably used all your battery.
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I didn't think about that.
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Do you need to call someone?
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Yes, I need to call my sister.
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No problem.
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You can use mine.
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Thanks.
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I really need her help.
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Is everything okay with her?
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Yes, she's meeting me later.
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Then why do you need her?
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I forgot where we're meeting.
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You don't remember the place?
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No, I forgot the address.
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Maybe check your email.
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I can't check it without my phone.
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Right.
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You can use mine.
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Thanks, Ryan.
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You're saving me today.
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That's what friends are for.
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Wait.
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I remember something now.
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What do you remember?
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We're meeting near the train station.
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Great.
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Do you remember which station?
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Yes, the downtown station.
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Then you're all set.
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Almost.
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My sister needs my location.
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You can send it from my phone.
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That's perfect.
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Let me try.
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Take your time.
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There.
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She got the message.
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Great.
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Problem solved.
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Yes, and I learned something today.
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Always charge your phone before leaving.
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Exactly.
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I won't forget again.
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Good.
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Now let's get some coffee.
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Please, my phone isn't the only thing tired.
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Asking for Wi-Fi password Daniel, do you know the Wi-Fi password?
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I think it's on the wall.
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I don't see anything there.
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Maybe it's near the front desk.
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I need Wi-Fi for my laptop.
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Are you working on something?
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Yes, I need to send an email.
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You can use my phone first.
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Thanks, but my laptop is ready.
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Then let's ask someone at the desk.
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Good idea.
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I don't want to guess.
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Right, the password might be complicated.
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I hope it's something simple.
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Maybe it's the hotel name.
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That would be easy to remember.
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Let's walk over there together.
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Okay, I have my laptop.
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Great, the front desk is over there.
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Let's ask the receptionist.
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Sure, go ahead.
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Excuse me, could you help us?
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We need the Wi-Fi password, please.
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It's for my laptop.
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We're staying in room 24.
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Could you tell us the password?
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Is it written somewhere?
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Maybe we missed it earlier.
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I checked the room, but nothing was there.
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That's okay.
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We can write it down.
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Yes, please.
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It's pretty long.
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No problem.
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I'm ready.
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It's Green Lake, then five numbers.
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Okay.
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Green Lake, five numbers.
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Yes, then the word coffee.
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Coffee.
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That's easy enough.
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And there's one capital letter.
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Which letter should be capital?
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The first letter in Greenlake.
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Got it.
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I'll try it now.
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Did it connect?
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Yes.
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I'm online now.
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Great.
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You can send your email.
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Thanks for helping me.
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No problem.
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Now let's get breakfast.
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Booking a hotel by phone.
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Ethan, can you help me book?
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Sure.
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What kind of room?
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I need a room for two nights.
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Where are you staying?
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I'm visiting Boston next weekend.
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Do you have a hotel already?
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Not yet.
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I need something affordable.
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Let's find a comfortable place.
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I also need free Wi-Fi.
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Anything else you want?
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Yes, breakfast would be nice.
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Do you want one bed?
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Yes, one large bed is fine.
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What dates are you traveling?
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Friday and Saturday nights.
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Then you'll leave Sunday morning.
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Right, that's my plan.
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Do you want to call now?
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Yes.
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I'm a little nervous.
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Don't worry.
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I'll stay with you.
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Thanks.
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I hope they understand me.
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Just speak slowly and clearly.
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Okay.
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I'm calling the hotel now.
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Great.
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Ask about the room price.
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And I'll ask about breakfast.
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Remember to give your dates.
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Hello, I'd like to book a room.
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Sure, what dates would you like?
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I'd like Friday and Saturday nights.
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How many guests will be staying?
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Two guests, please.
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Would you like one large bed?
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Yes, that would be perfect.
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The room costs $100 nightly.
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Does that include breakfast?
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Yes, breakfast is included.
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Great.
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Is Wi-Fi also included?
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Yes, Wi-Fi is free for guests.
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Wonderful.
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I'd like to book it.
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May I have your name, please?
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Sure.
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It's Olivia Carter.
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Your room is now reserved.
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Thank you.
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That's a big relief.
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You're welcome.
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Have a nice trip.
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Thank you.
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I'm excited already.
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Boston will be fun.
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Yes, and the hotel sounds great.
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Buying expired milk.
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Michael, can you check this milk?
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Sure.
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What should I check?
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The date on the bottle.
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It says August 26th.
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Today is August 26th.
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Yes, but that's still okay.
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Really?
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I thought it was expired.
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Maybe it expires at midnight tonight.
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I don't want to risk it.
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We can choose another bottle.
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Let's check this one, too.
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This bottle says August 29th.
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Great.
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That's much better.
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Do you need anything else?
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Yes, I need some bread.
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The bread is over there.
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Let's get bread and pay.
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Wait, look at this bottle.
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What about it?
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The date looks different.
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Oh, you're right.
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says August 20th.
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That's already expired.
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We should tell someone about it.
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Yes, that's probably important.
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Let's take it to the cashier.
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Okay, I'll carry the milk.
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And I'll bring our shopping basket.
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Excuse me, could you help us?
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We found expired milk on the shelf.
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This bottle says August 20th.
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We thought you should know about it.
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Could you please check the other bottles?
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Some of them have different dates.
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We don't want anyone buying bad milk.
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Maybe the shelf needs checking.
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Thank you for checking it.
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We just wanted to help.
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That's all.
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We'll buy this bottle.
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The one with the later date?
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Yes.
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I feel better now.
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Good.
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Let's finish our shopping.
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And let's check dates more carefully.
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That's a smart habit.
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Especially when buying fresh food.
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Returning food at a restaurant.
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Lucas, my food doesn't look right.
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What's wrong with your chicken?
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I asked for grilled chicken.
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Isn't that grilled chicken?
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It looks fried to me.
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You're right.
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It does look fried.
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Maybe they made a mistake.
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You should tell the waiter.
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I'm a little nervous about that.
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That's okay.
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Just explain politely.
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I don't want to sound rude.
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You won't.
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Mistakes can happen.
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That's true.
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I just want my order.
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Do you still want the chicken?
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Yes, I really like grilled chicken.
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Then asks them to change it.
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Okay, I'll do that.
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Let's wait for the waiter.
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He should come back soon.
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Here he comes now.
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Excuse me, could I ask something?
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I think there was a small mistake.
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I ordered grilled chicken, not fried chicken.
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Could you please check my order?
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I don't want to cause trouble.
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I just want the correct meal.
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Thank you for understanding.
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I'm sorry about the mistake.
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That's okay.
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These things happen.
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We'll bring grilled chicken right away.
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Thank you.
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I really appreciate that.
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Would you like to keep this plate?
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No, thank you.
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I'll wait for mine.
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We'll take this back for you.
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Thanks.
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That sounds perfect.
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I hope your new meal is better.
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I'm sure it will be.
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At least you handled that calmly.
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I was nervous at first.
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You spoke clearly and politely.
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That makes things much easier.
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Exactly.
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Now let's enjoy dinner.
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Yes, I'm getting hungry again.
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Good thing the new meal's coming.
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I hope it comes soon.
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Me too.
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I'm hungry now.
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Weekend, plane, chats.
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Is this seat 23A?
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Yes, I think that's your seat.
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Great.
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I was worried I was wrong.
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Don't worry.
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You're in the right place.
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Thanks.
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Are you traveling this weekend?
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Yes.
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I'm going to Seattle.
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Nice.
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Is it a short trip?
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Yes.
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Just two days.
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That sounds like a fun weekend.
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It should be.
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I'm meeting my brother.
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That's nice.
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Do you visit often?
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Not really.
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He lives far away.
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Then this trip is special.
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Yes, I'm really looking forward to it.
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What are you planning to do?
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We're going to explore the city.
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Are you going to see the market?
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Yes, and maybe the waterfront, too.
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That sounds great.
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What about you?
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Where are you going?
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I'm visiting Portland for the weekend.
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Oh, that's not too far.
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Right.
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I'm meeting an old friend.
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Are you staying with your friend?
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Yes.
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She has a small apartment.
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That should make the trip easier.
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Definitely.
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I packed very lightly.
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Just one small bag?
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Yes.
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I didn't want heavy luggage.
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That's smart.
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Weekend trips are easier.
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Exactly.
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I brought comfortable clothes.
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Did you bring a jacket? it?
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Yes, I checked the weather.
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Good thinking.
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It might get cold.
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I hope we get good weather.
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Me too.
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I want sunny skies.
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Do you have plans for Sunday?
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We'll probably have breakfast together.
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That sounds peaceful.
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Then I'll fly home Sunday evening.
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My flight is Sunday afternoon.
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Looks like we're both having busy weekends.
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Busy but hopefully fun.
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I think so.
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Enjoy Portland.
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Thanks.
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Enjoy Seattle.
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This park is really nice.
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Ben, this park is really nice.
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Yeah, I really like it here.
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The trees are beautiful today.
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And the weather feels perfect.
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I'm glad we came this morning.
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Me too.
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I needed some fresh air.
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You looked tired yesterday.
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I had a really busy day.
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Did you sleep well last night?
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Not really.
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I stayed up late.
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Then this walk should help you.
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I already feel better.
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Look, there's a small lake.
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I didn't notice it before.
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The water looks very clean.
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And those ducks look happy.
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They're moving really slowly.
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Maybe they're having a lazy morning.
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I think I understand them.
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You want a lazy morning too?
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Yes, that sounds perfect today.
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Let's sit on that bench.
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Good choice.
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It has a nice view.
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We can rest for a while.
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Do you want some water?
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Yes, please.
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I'm a little thirsty.
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Here you go.
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Thanks.
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That's much better.
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Do you usually come here?
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Sometimes, especially on weekends.
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I can see why.
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It's quiet and peaceful here.
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We should come here more often.
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I agree.
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Maybe next Saturday?
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Sure, but let's bring breakfast.
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Now that's a great plan.
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We can sit by the lake.
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And watch the ducks again.
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Maybe they'll remember us.
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I don't think ducks remember people.
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You never know.
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Okay, we'll ask them next time.
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That's a funny idea.
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At least we'll have breakfast.
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You're always thinking about food.
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Only when I'm hungry.
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Then let's keep walking.
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Good idea.
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Lunch is still far away.
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Relaxing at the beach.
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Henry, this beach is so peaceful.
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I know.
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It's exactly what I needed.
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The sound of waves feels relaxing.
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And the weather is really nice.
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I'm glad we came early today.
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Me too.
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It's not too crowded.
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Where should we sit?
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How about under that umbrella?
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Perfect.
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There's plenty of space there.
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Let's put our bags down.
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I brought some cold water.
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Great.
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I forgot to bring mine.
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Here, you can have some.
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Thanks.
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It's nice and cold.
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Do you want to swim later?
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Maybe, after I rest a little.
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That's fair.
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We don't need to hurry.
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Exactly.
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Today is for relaxing.
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Look at those birds near the water.
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They're looking for food.
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They're moving very quickly.
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Maybe they're having breakfast.
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You always think about food.
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That's because I'm already hungry.
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I brought sandwiches too.
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You really planned everything.
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I wanted an easy beach day.
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Well, you did a great job.
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Do you want a sandwich now?
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Yes, please.
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That sounds perfect.
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Here you go.
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Thanks.
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This tastes really good.
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We should do this more often.
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Definitely.
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Maybe every month.
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That sounds like a good plan.
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What do you want to do next?
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I want to walk along the water.
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Sure.
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Let's leave our bags here.
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We'll stay close to this spot.
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Good.
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I want to find some shells.
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We can look together.
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Look!
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I found a big one.
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Wow, that's a beautiful shell.
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Should I take it home?
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Maybe leave it here for someone.
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You're right.
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I'll put it back.
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That's better.
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The beach can keep it.
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I like that idea.
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This really is a relaxing day.
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Yes, I don't want to leave yet.
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We can stay until sunset.
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Now that's the perfect ending.
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First time meeting a colleague.
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Hi, are you David from the sales team?
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Yes, I am.
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Are you Rachel?
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Yes, I'm Rachel.
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Nice to meet you.
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Nice to meet you too, Rachel.
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Today is my first day here.
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Oh, welcome to the office.
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Thanks.
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Everything feels new today.
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I remember my first day here.
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Were you nervous too?
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Yes, I didn't know anyone.
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That's exactly how I feel now.
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Don't worry.
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Everyone is friendly here.
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That's good to hear.
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What team are you joining?
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I'm joining the marketing team.
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That's great.
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Where did you work before?
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I worked for a small company.
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Did you enjoy working there?
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Yes, but I wanted something new.
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I think you'll like this place.
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I hope so.
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The office looks nice.
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Do you know where everything is?
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Not really.
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I'm still learning.
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I can show you around.
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That would really help me.
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The kitchen is down that hallway.
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Great.
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I'll probably need coffee.
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There's also a coffee machine nearby.
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Perfect.
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I already like this office.
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You should meet my manager, too.
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Sure.
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Is she nearby?
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Yes.
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She's working near the meeting room.
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Let's say hello to her.
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Sure.
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Let's walk over together.
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Thanks for helping me today.
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No problem.
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That's what co-workers do.
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I feel much better now.
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Good.
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You'll feel comfortable soon.
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I'm excited to start working.
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That's a great attitude.
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Maybe we can have lunch later.
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Sure.
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I know a good place nearby.
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That sounds nice.
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Thanks, David.
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You're welcome, Rachel.
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Welcome again.
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Small talk in the elevator.
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Good morning.
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Going up to the office?
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Yes, I have work on the 10th floor.
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Busy morning today?
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A little.
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I have an early meeting.
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I hope it goes well.
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Thanks.
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How about you?
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I'm going to the gym downstairs.
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That sounds like a good start.
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I try to exercise before work.
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Do you come here every morning?
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Usually, but not every day.
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I should probably exercise more, too.
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You still have time.
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Maybe that's what I need to hear.
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What do you usually do?
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I like walking around the neighborhood.
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Walking is a great exercise.
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Yes, especially when the weather is nice.
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Today feels pretty warm.
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I noticed that this morning.
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Are you working late today?
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I hope not.
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I want an early night.
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Any plans for tonight?
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I'm cooking dinner with my wife.
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That sounds nice.
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We're trying a new recipe.
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What are you making?
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We're making chicken and rice.
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Simple meals are often the best.
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I agree.
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They're easier after work.
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Do you cook often?
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Not really.
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My wife cooks more.
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I'm sure she appreciates your help.
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I try to help with dinner.
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That's good.
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Cooking together can be fun.
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Yes, when I don't make mistakes.
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Do you make many mistakes?
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Sometimes I add too much salt.
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That's an easy mistake steak my wife always notices she probably
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has a good sense definitely here we are 10th floor already yes
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that was a quick ride have a good day at work
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thanks enjoy your workout see you around see you have a great morning
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What You'll Practice in This English Lesson
Ready to learn English with videos that feel like real life? This lesson dives into a casual conversation between friends, perfect for A1–A2 learners. You’ll practice handling a common problem— a dead phone battery—while picking up natural phrases for asking for help, explaining issues, and solving small crises. It’s the kind of dialogue you might have with a friend or colleague, making it ideal for building confidence in everyday speaking. Even if you’re prepping for IELTS speaking practice, these real-life interactions lay a strong foundation for clear, conversational communication.
Key Vocabulary & Phrases to Notice
- "Phone battery died": A common way to say your phone has no power.
- "Charge it": The verb for adding power to a device (e.g., "Did you charge your phone?").
- "Need her help": A simple phrase to express you require assistance from someone.
- "Forgot the address": Useful for when you can’t remember a location.
- "Send my location": How to ask someone to share where you are (great for modern communication).
Tips for Practicing with Shadowing Technique
The video’s speed is slow and conversational, making it perfect for shadow speak—repeating lines right after the speakers. Here’s how to try it: Play a short 5-second clip, pause, and repeat the words aloud, matching the tone and rhythm. Notice how the speakers stress words like "really" (in "I really need her help") to show urgency. For tricky phrases, like "You’re saving me today," focus on the natural flow—don’t rush the "ing" sound in "saving." Shadowing isn’t just about mimicry; it’s about training your mouth to move like a native. Even 5 minutes a day with this dialogue can boost your fluency, whether you’re learning for daily life or IELTS speaking practice. Keep going—you’ll start noticing your own speech sounding more natural in no time!
What is the Shadowing Technique?
Shadowing is a science-backed language learning technique originally developed for professional interpreter training and popularized by polyglot Dr. Alexander Arguelles. The method is simple but powerful: you listen to native English audio and immediately repeat it out loud — like a shadow following the speaker with just a 1–2 second delay. Unlike passive listening or grammar drills, shadowing forces your brain and mouth muscles to simultaneously process and reproduce real speech patterns. Research shows it significantly improves pronunciation accuracy, intonation, rhythm, connected speech, listening comprehension, and speaking fluency — making it one of the most effective methods for IELTS Speaking preparation and real-world English communication.