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Lily, have you seen my phone?
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I am cooking right now.
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Why are you asking me?
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Because I cannot find it anywhere.
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You always lose your things.
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I checked the bedroom and living room.
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Then check your brain, too.
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Very funny.
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I am serious.
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I am serious too.
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You never keep things properly.
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Maybe I left it here in the kitchen.
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This is a kitchen, not your phone shop.
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Please help me.
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I really need it.
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I am cutting vegetables.
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Can't you see?
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I can see, but I need my phone. And I need peace.
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Why are you angry today?
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Because you always disturb me while I cook.
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I only asked one question.
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One question becomes ten questions.
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I am not doing anything wrong.
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Really, yesterday you forgot your wallet.
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That was only one time.
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No, that was one of many times.
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Okay, okay, don't get angry.
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Then stop asking me every second.
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Maybe my phone is on the table.
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Then go and look there.
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I already checked.
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Then check again.
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Why are you talking like this? Because I am busy.
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You don't have to be rude.
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And you don't have to lose your phone every week.
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I only need a little help.
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Help yourself first.
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Fine.
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I will search alone.
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Good idea.
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Wait.
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Maybe I left it in the car.
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Then go to the car.
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It is too hot outside.
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You are not helping me at all.
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I am helping this food, not you.
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Wow, that hurts.
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I don't have time for drama.
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Actually, I wanted to ask something else.
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What now?
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I was thinking maybe we can go shopping today.
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Shopping?
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Really?
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Yes, you said you wanted new dresses.
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Really?
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You remember that? Of course.
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I listened to you.
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Oh, my God, you're so sweet.
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We can go after lunch. That sounds nice.
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I will be ready.
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So, are you still angry?
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Maybe a little, but I'm happy now. That changed quickly.
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Shopping changes everything.
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Now you are smiling.
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Because you finally said something useful.
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So, can you help me find my phone now?
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Wait, is that your phone in your pocket?
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Oh no, yes it is.
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You made me angry for nothing.
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But now you are happy.
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Only because of shopping.
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Lily, what are you making for breakfast today?
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I want to make something special.
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Special?
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That sounds interesting.
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Yes, I feel like cooking a nice meal today.
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What about lunch?
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I am planning lunch too.
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Wow, you are working very hard.
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I just want everything to taste good.
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Can I help you in the kitchen?
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That is kind, but you can relax. Are you sure?
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Yes, I can manage.
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I can cut vegetables for you.
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Thank you, but I already finished most of it.
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Maybe I can wash the dishes?
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No, no, you should rest.
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I don't want you to do everything alone.
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It is okay.
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I enjoy cooking.
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You're being very sweet today.
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Maybe because I'm in a good mood.
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So, what are you making?
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Your favorite breakfast.
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Really?
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Yes, and your favorite lunch, too. That sounds amazing.
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Just give me 30 minutes.
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30 minutes?
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That's fast.
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I know what I'm doing.
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I believe you.
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Good.
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Now go and sit down.
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You are giving me orders again.
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Only because I care.
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Okay.
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I will relax. That is better.
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I will go to the living room then.
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Wait a second.
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Take this coffee.
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This is for me?
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Yes.
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Drink it while you relax.
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Thank you, Lily.
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You're welcome.
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You were very caring today.
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Maybe I like seeing you happy.
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Then I am very happy right now.
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Good.
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Now let me finish cooking.
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I will wait patiently.
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And no more questions for 10 minutes.
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Deal.
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This coffee smells really good.
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Lily always makes the best coffee.
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I should relax for a few minutes.
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Oh, someone is calling me.
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Hello?
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Hi, Mike.
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This is Maya.
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Hi, Maya.
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How are you?
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I am good.
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Is Lily nearby?
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Yes, she's in the kitchen.
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I tried calling her many times.
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Really?
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Yes, but she is not answering her phone.
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She's busy cooking.
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Can you please give the phone to her?
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Sure.
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Wait a moment.
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Thank you.
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Lily, your friend Maya is calling.
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Maya?
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Yes.
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She said you are not answering your phone.
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Oh, no. I forgot to check my phone.
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She called me because she wanted to talk to you.
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Really?
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Give me the phone.
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Here, take it.
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Thank you.
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She sounds like she really wants to talk.
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Maybe something important happened.
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Talk to her.
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I will wait here.
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Okay.
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Hello, Lily.
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Hi, Maya.
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Sorry, I was cooking.
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I guessed that.
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Why did you call me?
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I wanted to tell you something.
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Tell me.
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It is a surprise.
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Now I am curious.
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This breakfast smells amazing.
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I'm happy you like it.
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You worked very hard this morning.
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I wanted everything to be special.
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Thank you for making my favorite breakfast.
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You're welcome.
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This tastes really good.
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I'm glad you enjoy it.
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So, why did Maya call you?
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She wanted to tell me something important.
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What happened?
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She is coming to our home today.
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Really?
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Yes.
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She has an important meeting in the city.
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That sounds nice.
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She may stay here for two or three days. That will be fun.
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I also think so.
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We should welcome her properly.
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Yes, we can prepare the guest room.
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We can also cook something special for dinner.
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Good idea.
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Maya will feel comfortable here.
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She always enjoys staying with us.
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We should make her feel at home. Of course.
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Maybe we can take her around the city too.
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She would love that.
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And when she goes back, we can give her a gift.
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That is a wonderful idea.
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Maybe something to remember this trip.
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Yes, something meaningful.
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I think she will be very happy.
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I'm excited to see her.
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Me too.
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We should start planning everything.
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First, let me finish this breakfast.
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Good idea.
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Then we can prepare for Maya's arrival.
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Perfect.
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Hello.
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Welcome to our store.
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Hello.
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Are you looking for something special?
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Yes.
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I want a new dress.
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For a party or daily use?
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I'm not sure. That is okay.
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We have many options.
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I want something simple but also beautiful.
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Do you like long dresses or short dresses?
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Maybe a long dress.
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What color do you usually wear?
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I like soft colors.
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Then you may like this pink dress.
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Oh, this looks pretty.
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It is one of our best-selling dresses.
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The fabric feels soft.
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Yes, it is very comfortable.
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But I also like this blue dress.
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The blue one is elegant.
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I'm confused now.
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Why?
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Both dresses look nice.
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You can try both.
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That sounds better.
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How do you feel in this dress?
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It feels comfortable.
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The color suits you.
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Really?
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Yes, it looks very good.
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But maybe it is too simple.
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This one looks stylish.
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I like this dress too.
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Which one do you prefer?
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I still cannot decide.
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Take your time.
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Excuse me, what is the price of the blue dress?
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The Aunt of Mario's costs 350 rupees.
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And what about the pink one?
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That one costs 270 rupees.
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Hmm, the pink dress is cheaper.
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Yes, but both have discounts today.
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Really?
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Yes, the pink dress has a 10% discount.
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And the blue dress?
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The blue dress has a 15% discount.
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Wait, I'm confused again.
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What is confusing?
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I don't understand which one is a better deal.
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After the discount, the blue dress becomes around 240 rupees.
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Oh, that is lower than I expected.
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And the pink dress becomes around 232 rupees.
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The pink dress is cheaper.
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Yes.
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But I think I like the blue one more.
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Then choose the one that makes you happy.
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You are right.
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Shopping should feel fun.
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I think I will buy the blue dress.
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Good choice.
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Thank you for helping me.
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You're welcome.
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I was very confused, but now I feel happy.
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Wow, this shop smells very nice.
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Hello, welcome.
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Hello. Can I help you?
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Yes, I want to buy a bouquet.
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What kind of bouquet are you looking for?
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Something beautiful and welcoming.
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Is it for a special occasion?
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Yes, my friend Maya is coming to stay at our home. That sounds lovely.
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I want to welcome her warmly.
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Then flowers are a very good idea.
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I think so, too. Do you like roses?
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Yes, roses are nice.
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We also have mixed flower bouquets. Can you show me? Of course.
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This bouquet has roses, lilies, and white flowers.
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It looks beautiful.
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This one is very popular.
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I like the colors.
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It feels warm and friendly.
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Yes, that is what I want.
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Would you like a small bouquet or a large one?
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Maybe a medium bouquet.
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This medium bouquet looks elegant.
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I think Maya will like it.
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Good choice.
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How much does it cost?
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It costs 28 euros.
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Does it include the wrapping?
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Yes, wrapping is included. That sounds fair.
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Would you like to add a small welcome card?
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That is a good idea.
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You can write a short message.
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I will write, welcome to our home. That sounds sweet.
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Thank you.
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Total price is 30 euros with the card.
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Okay.
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Will you pay by cash or card?
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I will pay by card.
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Please tap your card here.
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Done.
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Payment successful.
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Great.
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Here is your bouquet.
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Thank you very much.
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You're welcome.
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Oh my God, you are finally here!
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Yes, I made it!
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Come here.
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I missed you so much.
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I missed you too.
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It feels so good to see you again.
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You look tired.
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I am a little tired.
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Come inside first.
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Thank you.
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Your home feels so warm.
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I wanted you to feel comfortable here.
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I already do.
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How was your journey?
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Honestly, it was long.
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Really?
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Yes, the traffic was terrible. That sounds stressful.
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I almost thought I would arrive very late.
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I was checking the time again and again. Were you worried? Of course.
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I wanted to know if you reached safely. That is sweet.
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Did you eat anything during the trip?
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Just a small snack.
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You must be hungry.
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A little.
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Don't worry.
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I made food for you.
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Really?
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Yes.
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I knew you would arrive tired.
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You always take care of me.
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Because you are important to me. That means a lot.
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How are you feeling now?
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Better now that I'm here.
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Good.
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I needed this trip.
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You sounded stressed on the phone.
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I was.
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Work pressure?
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Yes, and many things at home, too.
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I understand.
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I just wanted a peaceful place for a few days.
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Then you came to the right place.
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Thank you for letting me stay.
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You never need to ask.
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That is why I love coming here.
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How is your family?
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They're doing okay.
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How is your mother?
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She's fine.
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Does she still wake up early every morning?
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Yes, nothing changed.
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That sounds like her.
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She asked me to say hello to you. That is so sweet.
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She still remembers you.
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Please tell her I miss her, too.
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I will. And your father?
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He is busy with work as always.
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Some people never slow down.
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Exactly. And your brother?
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He started a new job recently.
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Really?
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That is wonderful.
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Yes, he's very excited.
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I'm happy for him.
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Thank you.
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Come, sit down and relax.
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I would love that.
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This is your home, too.
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That is why I feel safe here.
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By the way, where is Mike?
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He went to the market.
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Oh.
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Yes, he wanted to buy something.
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Something important?
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I think so.
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Hmm, he's not home yet?
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No, but he should be back soon.
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I wanted to say hello to him, too.
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He will be happy to see you.
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It has been a long time.
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Yes, he still talks about funny memories.
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Really? Of course.
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I hope he still remembers me.
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He definitely does.
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Lisa, I am back.
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I got something special for...
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Oh, Maya?
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Yes, it is me.
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You are already here?
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I thought I would welcome you at the door.
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Looks like you are late.
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Just a little.
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What is that in your hand?
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Uh, flowers. For me?
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Yes. That is so sweet.
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I wanted to surprise you.
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But now you look more surprised.
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I was not ready for this.
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You look shocked.
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Because I expected to see an empty house.
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A big surprise.
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So, do I still get the flowers? Of course.
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Thank you.
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Welcome to our home.
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Thank you.
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This makes me feel special.
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And I still cannot believe she is already here.
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You should have come home faster.
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I will remember that next time.
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Hi.
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Are you waiting long?
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No, I just came ten minutes ago.
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Oh, that's good.
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I was worried I was late.
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No problem at all.
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Are you ready for practice?
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Yes, I am ready. And you?
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Me too.
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I'm a little nervous, though.
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That's okay.
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I feel the same.
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Let's sit over there.
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Okay, let's go.
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This place is nice and quiet.
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Yes, it's perfect for learning. Where are you from?
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I am from Spain.
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Oh, nice.
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Are you Spanish?
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Yes, I am.
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What about you?
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I am British.
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Nice to meet you.
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Nice to meet you, too.
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I like your accent.
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Thank you, but I want to improve it.
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Are you here for learning English?
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Yes, I am.
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What is your native place?
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I am from London.
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Wow, London.
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That's amazing.
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What is your name, sir?
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My name is James Merkle.
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Nice name.
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Thank you.
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And your name?
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I am Angela Woodson.
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That's a beautiful name.
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Thank you so much.
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How long have you been learning English?
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I have been learning English for four months.
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That's great progress.
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I still make many mistakes.
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That's okay.
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Mistakes help us learn.
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Yes, I believe that too. Do you practice daily?
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Yes, I practice daily.
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That's very good.
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How do you practice English?
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Most of the time, shadowing practice.
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Oh, nice.
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That's a powerful method.
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Yes, it helps my speaking a lot.
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Do you watch English videos?
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Yes, every day.
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It improves my listening.
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Same here.
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I also repeat sentences.
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That's a great idea.
484
Do you feel more confident now?
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A little, but I want to speak more.
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Don't worry.
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We can practice together.
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That sounds great.
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I think we will improve fast.
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Yes, with regular practice.
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I am happy we met today.
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Me too.
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This is a good start.
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Let's continue meeting like this.
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Yes, let's do that.
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This walk feels nice.
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Yes, I feel more relaxed now.
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Good.
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Let's talk about your learning habits.
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Okay, I like this topic.
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What is shadowing practice?
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It means repeating audio immediately after hearing it.
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That's correct.
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Do you find it useful?
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Yes.
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It improves my pronunciation.
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That's great.
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Do you also watch movies in English?
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Yes.
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I watch with English subtitles.
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That's a smart way.
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It helps me understand better.
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Which movies do you like?
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I like animated movies and comedies.
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Oh, me too.
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They're fun and easy to follow.
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Yes, and the language is simple.
518
Do you write new words down?
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Yes, I keep a small vocabulary notebook.
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That's very good.
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It helps me remember words.
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How many new words do you learn per day?
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About five to seven new words.
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That's perfect.
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Not too much, not too little.
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Yes.
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I don't want to feel stressed.
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Do you speak with native speakers?
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Not yet, but I want to try.
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You should try soon.
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I feel a little shy.
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That's normal.
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Everyone feels that.
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Really?
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Yes.
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Even I felt shy before.
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That makes me feel better.
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Would you like to practice with me?
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Yes.
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That would be great.
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We can meet regularly.
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I would like that.
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What time do you usually study?
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I study in the evening after work.
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That's a good routine.
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Yes, I try to stay consistent.
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Do you listen to English podcasts?
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Yes, I listen every morning.
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That's impressive.
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It helps my listening skills.
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Which podcast do you recommend?
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I like The English We Speak by BBC.
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Oh yes, that's a very good one.
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The episodes are short and useful.
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Exactly.
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Easy to follow.
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I learn new phrases every day.
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That's how you improve fast.
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I want to become fluent one day.
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You will.
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You are already improving.
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Thank you.
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That means a lot.
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Keep practicing like this.
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I will not stop.
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Good mindset.
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I feel more confident now.
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I can see that.
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And I enjoy learning more.
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That's the best part.
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Yes, learning should be fun.
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Next time, we will test your English in a real situation.
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A real situation?
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Like what?
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Talking to strangers, without preparation. That sounds scary.
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Maybe, but also powerful.
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Okay, I am ready to try.
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This is the place.
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There are so many people.
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Yes, that's why it's a good practice.
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I feel nervous again.
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That's normal.
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You can do this.
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What should I say?
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Start simple.
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Ask basic questions.
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Okay, I will try.
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I will stand here.
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You go and speak.
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All right.
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Excuse me.
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Yes?
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Hi.
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Can you help me? Of course.
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What do you need?
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I am looking for a cafe.
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There is one nearby.
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Oh, nice.
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Where is it exactly?
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Go straight and turn left to the corner.
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Sorry.
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Can you repeat?
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Yes.
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Go straight, then turn left.
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Okay.
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Go straight, and turn left.
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Yes, that's right.
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Is it far from here?
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No, it's just a two-minute walk.
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That's good.
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You will see a small sign outside.
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A small sign?
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Yes, a board with the cafe name.
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Okay, I understand now.
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Great.
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Thank you for your help.
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You're welcome. Have a nice day.
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You too. That was very good!
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I asked more questions this time?
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Yes, I noticed that.
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I still got confused, but I tried again.
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That's the key.
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Never stop trying. That was smooth.
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Yes, it felt easier this time.
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See?
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Practice helps.
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I am not so scared now.
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Try one more.
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A little longer conversation.
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Okay.
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Last one.
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Excuse me.
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Yes?
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What time is it now?
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It's 5.30 p.m.
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Thank you.
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No problem.
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Is it always busy here?
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Yes, especially in the evening.
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Oh, I see.
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Many people come here to relax.
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That's nice.
643
Do you come here often?
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No, this is my first time.
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Really, welcome.
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Thank you.
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It's a beautiful place.
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Yes, I like it too. Do you live nearby?
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Yes, just a few streets away.
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That's convenient.
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Yes, very convenient.
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Thank you for talking with me.
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Anytime.
654
Wow, that was amazing.
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I feel so good now.
656
You spoke clearly.
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And I understood more.
658
That's real progress.
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Yes, I am proud of myself.
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You should be.
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Thank you for pushing me.
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You did all the work.
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Today was a big step.
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And this is just the beginning.
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I am ready for more challenges.
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Hello.
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Hi.
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Do you come here often?
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Yes, almost every weekend.
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Oh nice.
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Why do you like this place?
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It's peaceful and fresh.
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Yes, I feel the same.
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Are you new here?
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Yes, I came here for practice.
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Practice?
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What kind of practice?
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English speaking practice.
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That's great.
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Thank you.
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I'm still learning.
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You are doing well.
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Really?
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Yes, your English is clear.
685
That makes me happy.
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Keep practicing every day.
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I will.
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Thank you for your advice.
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You're welcome. That was amazing.
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I had a full conversation.
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Yes, and you spoke very well.
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I am not scared anymore.
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That's a big change.
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Today was very important for me.
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You should feel proud.
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I really do.
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You started a small conversation.
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Yes, it felt natural this time.
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You are improving fast.
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I feel more comfortable now.
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Vocabulary and speaking notes for this lesson
This A2 speaking lesson is built on the video “Practice English at Home”. The speaker keeps coming back to these words: dress, welcome, practice, sounds. This video has 700 sentences and 3250 words to shadow. The speech runs for 35:05. The speaker talks slowly, about 93 words per minute, so there is time to copy every sound. 87% of the words are among the 3,000 most common in English, so the vocabulary is easy to follow. 129 of its 700 sentences are questions, so it is good practice for question intonation and short answers.
Key vocabulary in this video
15 words from the video worth learning, with pronunciation and meaning:
| Word | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| relax verb | /ɹɪˈlæks/ | To make something loose. |
| flower noun | /ˈfloʊɚ/ | A reproductive structure in angiosperms (flowering plants), often conspicuously colourful and typically including sepals, petals, and either or both stamens… |
| confused adjective | /kənˈfjuːzd/ | unable to think clearly or understand |
| discount noun | /ˈdɪskaʊnt/ | A reduction in price. |
| shadow noun | /ˈʃædəʊ̯/ | A dark image projected onto a surface where light (or other radiation) is blocked by the shade of an object. |
| arrive verb | /əˈɹaɪv/ | To reach; to get to a certain place. |
| wrap verb | /ɹæp/ | To enclose (an object) completely in any flexible, thin material such as fabric or paper. |
| convenient adjective | /kənˈviː.niənt/ | Serving to reduce a difficulty, or accessible with minimum difficulty; expedient. |
| podcast noun | /ˈpɑdˌkæst/ | A program, especially an audio program, produced on a regular basis, delivered over the Internet in a compressed digital format and designed for playback on… |
| euro noun | /ˈjʊɹoʊ/ | The currency unit of the European Monetary Union. Symbol: € |
| scare verb | /skɛɚ/ | To frighten, terrify, startle, especially in a minor way. |
| elegant adjective | /ˈɛləɡənt/ | Characterised by or exhibiting elegance; having grace, refinement, or tasteful simplicity. |
| vegetable noun | /ˈvɛd͡ʒ.tə.bəl/ | A plant raised for some edible part of it, such as the leaves, roots, fruit or flowers, but excluding any plant considered to be a fruit, grain, herb, or spice… |
| topic noun | /ˈtɑpɪk/ | A subject; a theme; a category or general area of interest. |
| consistent adjective | /kənˈsɪs.tənt/ | Of a regularly occurring, dependable nature. |
Phrasal verbs you will hear
| Word | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| sit down verb | To assume a sitting position from a standing position. | |
| go back verb | To return to a place or state after having been there at a previous time. | |
| sit over verb | To move along a seat or bench to make room. | |
| slow down verb | To decelerate. | |
| wake up verb | /ˌweɪk ˈʌp/ | To stop sleeping; to awake. |
Sentences worth repeating
Short, complete lines from the video that you can reuse in everyday conversation:
- Lily, have you seen my phone?
- Why are you asking me?
- Why are you angry today?
- Why are you talking like this?
- Wait, is that your phone in your pocket?
Grammar in this video
The structures the speaker uses most, with the exact words from the video:
| Structure | In the video |
|---|---|
| Present perfect continuous have/has been + -ing — an action that started earlier and is still going on | have you been learning · have been learning |
| Advice with “should” should + verb — saying what is a good idea | should rest · should relax · should welcome |
| Verb + -ing enjoy, keep, stop… + -ing — verbs that are followed by the -ing form | stop asking · enjoy cooking · finish cooking |
| Past continuous was/were + -ing — an action in progress at a moment in the past | was thinking · was cooking · was checking |
Pronunciation to watch
The speaker uses 33 contractions and reduced forms, such as I'm, don't, you're. Say them the short way, as you hear them.
- The “sh” and “zh” sounds: shadow /ˈʃædəʊ̯/, shock /ʃɔk/, occasion /əˈkeɪ̯ʒən/, preparation /ˌpɹɛpəˈɹeɪʃ(ə)n/, dish /dɪʃ/
- Long words — get the stress right: preparation /ˌpɹɛpəˈɹeɪʃ(ə)n/, vocabulary /vəˈkæb.jə.lə.ɹi/, pronunciation /pɹəˌnʌn.siˈeɪ.ʃən/
How to practise with this video
- Listen to the whole video once without speaking and note the words you do not know.
- Shadow it sentence by sentence at normal speed, repeating each one until your rhythm matches the speaker.
- Record yourself and compare with the original, paying attention to words like relax, flower, confused.
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.