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Proactive English Practice.
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Good morning! Where to?
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Airport please.
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Terminal 2.
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No problem.
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Any luggage?
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Yes, one suitcase.
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I'll put it in the trunk.
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Thanks.
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How long? About 30 minutes.
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Perfect.
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I have time.
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What time is your flight?
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2 :30 p .m.
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You'll make it!
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Great!
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How much?
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Around...
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$45.
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Credit cards okay?
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Yes, we take cards.
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Good.
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Can you take the highway? Of course!
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It's fastest.
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Thanks.
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Nice air conditioning.
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Very hot today.
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Yes, tough weather.
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Business trip?
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No, Vacation, Visiting Family.
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That's nice.
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Haven't seen them in two years.
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Here we are!
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Terminal 2.
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Thank you so much. Have a safe flight!
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Good morning.
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May I see your passport?
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Good morning.
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Yes, here it is.
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Thank you!
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Where are you flying today?
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I'm flying to New York.
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Is it a business trip or vacation?
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Vacation.
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I'm visiting my family.
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Thank you.
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That sounds nice.
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How many bags are you checking in?
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Just one suitcase.
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Please put it on the scale.
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Sure, here you go.
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Okay, your bag is fine.
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Not overweight.
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Good to hear.
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Do you also have carry -on luggage?
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Yes, this small backpack.
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Perfect!
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Here's your boarding pass.
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Thank you!
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What is my gate number?
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Your gate is B12.
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And when does boarding start?
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Boarding starts at 10 :30 a .m.
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What time is departure?
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The flight leaves at 11 :15 a .m.
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Great.
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I still have time.
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Yes, you do.
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Security is straight ahead.
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Thank you very much for your help.
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You're welcome.
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Have a safe trip.
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Good afternoon.
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I have a reservation.
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Welcome!
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What name is the reservation under?
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Thompson.
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Jane Thompson.
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Let me look that up.
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Yes, here it is. Is my room ready?
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Yes, room 812 is all set.
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What floor is that on?
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Eighth floor with a city view.
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Wonderful!
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What time is checkout?
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Checkout is at 11 a .m.
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Do you have a fitness center?
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Yes, on the second floor.
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What are the hours?
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6am to 10pm.
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Great!
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Is there a restaurant?
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Yes, on the ground floor.
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What time do they serve breakfast?
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from 6 :30 to 10 :30 a .m.
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Perfect.
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Do you have Wi -Fi?
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Yes, complimentary throughout the hotel.
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What's the network name?
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Hotel Guest.
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No password needed.
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Excellent!
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Where are the elevators?
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right behind you to your left.
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Thank you for all the information.
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You're welcome.
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Enjoy your stay.
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I'm sure I will.
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Excuse me.
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"Do you know how much the fair is?" $3.
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You need exact change.
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Oh, I only have a $5 bill.
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The driver doesn't give change.
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Is there another way to pay?
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Yes, you can use the app on your phone.
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How do I do that?
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Thank you.
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I can help you download it.
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That's very kind of you.
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Here, scan this QR code.
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Thank you.
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How long does it take to get downtown?
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About 25 minutes How many stops are there?
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12 stops in total.
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Which stop is closest to the shopping center?
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The Fifth Avenue Stop I'll get off there then.
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I'll let you know when we're close.
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You're so helpful!
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No problem, I take this bus every day.
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Do the buses run late at night?
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until midnight on weekdays.
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Good to know.
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Thank you again.
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You're welcome.
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Hi, Carlos.
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Sorry I'm late.
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No worries.
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I just got here too.
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This café looks busy today.
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"Yes, but I found us a nice table." Perfect!
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What are you drinking?
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I ordered a cappuccino. That sounds good.
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I'll get the same.
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The barista is right over there.
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Thanks!
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I'll be right back.
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What can I get you?
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One cappuccino, please.
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Would you like any pastries? Do you have muffins?
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Yes, blueberry and chocolate chip.
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I'll take a blueberry muffin.
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That'll be $6 .50.
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Here you go!
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How was your weekend?
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Great!
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I went hiking! Where did you go?
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The mountain trail near the lake. That sounds beautiful.
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It was.
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The weather was perfect.
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I should try hiking sometime.
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You should.
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I can show you some trails. That would be wonderful!
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Let's plan a trip soon.
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I'd love that!
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Sarah, what time do you wake up?
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6 a .m every day. So early!
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Why?
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I exercise before work.
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What exercise?
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I run in the park.
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How long? About 30 minutes.
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Impressive!
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Then what?
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Come home and shower.
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What's for breakfast?
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Usually oatmeal with fruit.
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Healthy?
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What time do you leave?
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Around 7 :45 a .m.
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How do you get to work?
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I drive takes 20 minutes.
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What time do you finish?
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5 :30 PM.
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Evening plans?
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Cook dinner and read. Do you watch TV?
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Sometimes, but I prefer books.
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Bedtime?
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usually by 10 p .m.
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No wonder you wake early.
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Yes, I need eight hours.
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Very healthy routine.
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It works for me.
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What should we cook for dinner tonight?
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How about pasta?
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The kids love it!
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Good idea!
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Do we have all the ingredients?
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Let me check.
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We have pasta and tomatoes.
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What about cheese?
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Yes.
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We have Parmesan cheese.
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Perfect!
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Do you want to help me cook? Of course!
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What should I do?
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Can you boil the water for pasta?
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Sure.
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How much water?
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Fill the big pot about halfway. Should I add salt?
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Yes, a tablespoon of salt.
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Got it!
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What are you doing?
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I'm making the sauce.
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It smells delicious already.
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Thank you.
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Can you check the pasta?
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It looks ready!
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Perfect timing.
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The sauce is done too.
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Should I drain the pasta?
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Yes, but save a little pasta water.
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Why do we need that?
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It makes the sauce creamier.
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I learn something new every day.
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Cooking together is fun.
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and the kids will be so happy.
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Family dinner is the best part of the day.
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Sarah, are you doing laundry today?
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Yes, I'm about to start a load.
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Can I add some of my clothes?
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Sure.
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What do you have?
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Just some t -shirts and jeans.
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Perfect.
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I'm doing colors today.
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Do you separate lights and darks?
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Always.
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It keeps colors from bleeding.
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Good point.
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What detergent do you use?
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The one in the blue bottle.
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How much do you put in? About half a cup.
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Do you use fabric softener?
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Yes, it makes clothes smell nice.
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What temperature water?
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Cold water for colors.
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How long does the cycle take? About 40 minutes.
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Then we put them in the dryer, Yes, but check the labels first.
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Why?
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Some clothes need to air dry.
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I never knew that.
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It prevents shrinking.
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Thanks for teaching me.
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No problem!
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Laundry can be tricky.
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I appreciate your help.
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Hello, is this the dentist's office?
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Yes, this is Bright Smile Dental.
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Hi, I'd like to schedule an appointment. Of course.
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What's your name?
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Sarah Thompson.
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Are you a new patient?
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Yes, this is my first visit.
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What type of appointment do you need?
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Just a regular cleaning.
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Let me check our schedule.
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When do you have availability?
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How about next Tuesday at 2pm? That works perfectly.
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Great!
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Can I get your phone number?
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It's 555 -0198. And your email address?
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sarahthompson @email .com.
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Do you have dental insurance?
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Yes, I have Blue Cross.
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Perfect!
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Please bring your insurance card.
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What else should I bring?
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Just a photo ID. Should I arrive early?
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Yes, about 15 minutes early for paperwork.
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Thank you so much.
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We'll see you Tuesday at 2pm.
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Looking forward to it.
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Goodbye.
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Goodbye.
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Thank you.
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Hello Sarah!
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How are you today?
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A little nervous, doctor.
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Don't worry, I'll be gentle.
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Thank you, that helps.
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Do you have any pain in your teeth?
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No pain, just some sensitivity.
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I see.
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How often do you brush?
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twice a day, morning and night.
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Good.
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Do you floss regularly?
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Honestly, not every day.
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That's okay, but try to floss daily.
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I'll do my best.
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Great!
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Now open your mouth please.
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ah Your gums look a little red. Is that bad?
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Not too bad, but you should floss more.
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Okay, I understand.
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I'll start the cleaning now. Will it hurt?
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Maybe a little, but it will be quick.
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Alright, I'm ready.
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All done.
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Your teeth are clean.
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That was faster than I thought.
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See, nothing to worry about.
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Hello, I'm looking for a winter coat.
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Great!
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What style are you interested in?
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Something warm, but not too heavy.
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What size do you wear?
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medium, usually.
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Let me show you some options.
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This blue one looks nice.
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That's one of our most popular styles.
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What material is it made of?
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It's a wool blend with synthetic insulation. Is it waterproof?
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Water resistant, not completely waterproof.
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Can I try it on? Of course!
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The fitting room is right there.
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How does it look?
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It fits you perfectly.
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I like it.
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How much is it?
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It's $189.
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Do you have any sales going on?
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Actually, winter coats are 20 % off this week.
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That's great!
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What would that be?
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$151 .20 with the discount.
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Perfect!
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I'll take it!
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Excellent choice, cash or card?
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Credit card, please.
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Here's your receipt.
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Stay warm.
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David, the kitchen sink is leaking.
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Oh no! Where exactly?
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Under the sink, there's water everywhere.
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Let me take a look.
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Be careful, it's pretty wet.
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I can see the problem.
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What is it?
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The pipe connection is loose.
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Can we fix it ourselves?
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I think so.
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Do we have any tools?
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Yes, in the garage.
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Can you get the wrench?
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Which size do you need?
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The medium one should work.
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Here you go!
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Perfect.
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Can you turn off the water?
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Where's the shutoff valve?
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Under the sink on the left.
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Found it.
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Water is off now.
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Great, now I can tighten this. Is it working?
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Let me try.
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Turn the water back on.
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Okay, it's on now!
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Perfect.
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No more leak.
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You're amazing!
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How did you know?
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My dad taught me basic plumbing.
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I should learn these things too.
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I can teach you next time. That would be great!
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Teamwork makes everything easier.
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So your trip is coming soon.
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Yes, I leave next Monday.
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I can't believe it's so close.
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"I know, time went fast.
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How long will you stay there? about six months.
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That's a long time.
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Yes, but it's a good job.
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Of course, I'm proud of you.
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Thank you.
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I'll miss home, though. And I'll miss you!
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We can talk every day. On the phone?
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Yes, and video calls too.
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That makes me feel better.
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Don't worry.
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I'll be back soon.
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I'll take care of the house.
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And don't forget the plants.
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I won't.
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I'll write you messages every night.
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That's sweet.
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Promise you won't be sad.
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I'll try, but it's hard.
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It will be okay.
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We're strong.
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Yes, we are a team.
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Always.
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The structures the speaker uses most, with the exact words from the video:
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|---|---|
| Advice with “should” should + verb — saying what is a good idea | should try · should we cook · should I do |
| Superlatives the -est / the most … — the top or bottom of a group | the best · my best · our most popular |
| Present continuous am/is/are + -ing — something happening right now or around now | are you flying · I'm flying · I'm visiting |
| Future with “will” will + verb — a decision, promise or prediction | I'll put · You'll make · I'll get |
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