Shadowing Practice: Leo and His Friend Pranked Each Other All Day... What Was Going On?! | Slow English Listening (A2) - Learn English Speaking with Video
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It's so funny!
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Red, what are you doing with that picture?
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Why would you do something so silly?
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Because you started this with my chair!
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Huh?
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What's that?
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What?
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It's stuck to my pants!
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Stop laughing!
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This isn't funny!
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Red, wait!
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Let me help you!
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Red, I'm sorry.
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I spilled the glue and didn't notice.
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Hmm, you definitely did that on purpose.
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You'll learn your lesson, Leo.
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Finish your crafts before the bell.
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Just one more piece.
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Hmm.
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Oops, I hit the glue.
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Oh no, the glue is everywhere.
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Paper towels, I need them fast.
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I have to clean this mess.
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Okay, I need to finish my work.
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Class is over.
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Please clean your desks.
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Huh?
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Why is my chair lifting up?
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Red.
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I spilled blue.
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I didn't see it.
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I don't believe you!
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You did this on purpose!
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I'll remember this, Leo.
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I really need to use the restroom Oh,
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this will be fun Let's see where Leo goes Quick,
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quick, I can't wait any longer Get out, Leo!
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Sorry, sorry, I think I read the sign wrong Ha!
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Someone really went the wrong way Read!
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Hmm, was that your prank?
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What?
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Who did anything?
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Huh?
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Rock head!
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Hmm.
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Right in the middle.
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Perfect!
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Hmm.
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Ha!
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Hmm.
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Okay, I'm ready to learn.
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Hmm, hmm, hmm.
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Huh?
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Why does everyone keep looking at me?
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Leo, wait!
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Something colorful is on your pants.
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It looks like rainbow clay.
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Huh?
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Hmm.
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What?
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How long was that there?
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Nice pants, Leo.
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Very colorful.
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Hey!
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It's your prank again, silly!
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It's so funny!
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Red!
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What are you doing with that picture?
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Why would you do something so silly?
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Because you started this with my chair.
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Hmm, that was an accident.
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I already said sorry.
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And I was embarrassed in front of everyone.
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Hmm, enough.
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Both of you, stop right now.
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Come with me.
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We need to talk.
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Leo, tell me what happened with the glue.
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I spilled glue by accident.
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But Red keeps accusing me of doing it on purpose.
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And you, Red?
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Hmm.
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Why did you keep playing tricks on Leo?
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Because everyone left at that time.
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Hmm.
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I thought Leo did it on purpose.
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Hmm.
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All right.
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You both made mistakes.
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Say sorry and end this here.
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Hmm.
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Um, Red, I'm sorry about the chair.
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I'm sorry for all the tricks.
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Good.
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Hmm, don't do this to each other again, okay?
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Maybe we should stay apart.
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Bye!
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Let's recycle!
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We can make cute little plant pots for our window.
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We will use big bottles for flowers and small ones for tiny plants.
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I'm drawing pretty pink flowers.
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Done!
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My pot is so neat and beautiful.
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Here we go!
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Whee!
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Hooray!
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Ah!
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Leo, stop!
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Paint is everywhere!
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Phew, this box is so heavy, Mom.
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Yeah, so much plastic stuff everywhere.
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It is a waste to just throw them away.
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Aha!
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Wait, I have a great idea.
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Let's recycle.
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We can make cute little plant pots for our window.
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Yay! That sounds so fun.
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Hmm, does anyone here need some help?
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For example, some magic tools?
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Yeah!
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That is great!
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Woohoo!
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OK, team, let's start our recycling workshop.
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We will use big bottles for flowers and small ones for tiny plants.
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Look, a cut bear pot, rawr, and a funny cat, meow.
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I'm drawing pretty pink flowers.
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Done!
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My pot is so neat and beautiful.
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My turn.
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I will make the most beautiful pot.
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This big brush is perfect.
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Red, blue, yellow.
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I need all the colors.
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Ready?
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One, two, three.
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Here we go.
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Whee!
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Whee!
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Hooray!
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This is so fun!
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Ah!
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Leo, stop!
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Paint is everywhere!
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Oh my goodness!
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What a big mess!
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Uh -oh!
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I went too fast!
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I am so sorry!
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Oh dear!
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Look at our pots!
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Our plan is ruined.
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We have to clean this up now.
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I am sorry.
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I didn't mean to do that.
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I just wanted to make it beautiful.
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Hmm.
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Wait a minute.
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Let me see.
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Wow!
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Everyone, look at this!
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The paint looks like a magic galaxy.
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Let me look closer.
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Oh, it is really beautiful.
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Maybe we can fix this and it will be great, Leo.
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Really?
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Mom?
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Can it be great?
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Yes, it is very special, Leo.
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Come on, let's all make galaxy pots.
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Let's have fun painting together.
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Yeah!
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See?
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Recycling gives old plastic a new beautiful life.
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And with creativity, we can turn any mistake into something amazing.
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What do you recycle at home?
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Tell us in the comments below!
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Please like and share this video.
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And don't forget to subscribe!
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Thank you for watching.
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Bye -bye.
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See you next time.
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I'm so happy to take you on a special trip today, my darlings.
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Where are we going, Dad?
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I am very excited.
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We're here.
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This is the nursing home.
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Hello, sir.
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We're here to visit Mr. Smith.
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He's in room 207.
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Please come inside!
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I hope your family has a wonderful time.
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This place is so quiet and has many flowers.
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Good morning, Mr. Smith.
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We're very happy to see you.
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Morning.
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I'm glad to see you.
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We're giving you this small gift.
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Thanks.
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You're a very kind family to visit me.
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Do many people come to visit and play with you?
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Sometimes.
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Because most people are very busy.
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Do you ever feel lonely or sad in this big room?
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I am okay, but my friend, Mr. Swift, is sadder.
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Why is he unhappy, Mr. Smith?
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His wife passed away a month ago.
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I haven't seen anyone to visit him for a long time.
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Mom, Dad, can we please go to visit Mr. Swift?
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Please?
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Yes, we should go and say hello to him.
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Ah, you can find him sitting on a bench in the garden.
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Look!
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They're helping their grandmother walk so slowly. Is that him?
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He's sitting alone on that bench.
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Hello, Mr. Swift.
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Mr. Smith told us that you're a great friend.
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Oh, who are you?
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I am not used to having many visitors lately.
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We are the Grace family.
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Nice to meet you.
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This little boy looks like my son when he was a child.
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What does he do, Mr. Swift?
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Now, he's in the army.
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So, I haven't seen him for a long time.
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I can stay here and be your little friend, sir.
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It's amazing, my new little friend.
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Oh, I'm so sorry that we do not have any gift for you.
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Wait, we have a special present, Mom.
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Oops.
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Sorry, Mom and Dad forgot it.
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Leo, please sit next to Mr. Swift and don't move at all.
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Aha!
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Alright, this is a beautiful gift to keep forever.
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Wow, you're the sweetest girl in the world.
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Oh!
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Look!
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It's you and I sitting together, Mr. Swift.
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This is the most wonderful gift I've received in years.
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Is this boy in the old photo your son, Mr. Swift?
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Yes.
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This notebook is full of memories of people I love dearly.
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Hmm.
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Wow.
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It's time to go home.
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Shall we say goodbye to Mr. Swift?
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Goodbye.
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Goodbye!
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We will go back to visit you soon.
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It's a meaningful day, isn't it?
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Human love is the warmest, right?
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Yeah.
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We must always cherish and love our people while we can, darlings.
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Being kind to each other is a very beautiful thing, my dears.
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Please love everyone.
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Do not forget to like and share our story.
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Goodbye, and see you next time.
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Welcome to English for Newbie.
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Let's begin together.
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Nothing on TV.
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I want to go somewhere fun.
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Surprise, surprise!
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Look at this letter!
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Is it a bill?
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No, we want a trip.
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We're going to...
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Australia!
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Yay!
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Australia!
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Wow!
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Look!
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Look!
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The Opera House looks like white shells.
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Beautiful!
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Yes, that is the Sydney Opera House.
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It's a center for music and arts.
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People call it the symbol of Australia.
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And look at the bridge!
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It is huge!
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That is the Harbour Bridge.
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People call it the coat hanger.
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because of its shape.
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Ethan!
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Ethan!
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We can't see the bridge!
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Oops!
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Sorry.
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Come here everyone!
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Time for a selfie!
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Cheese!
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Next stop, Uluru!
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Phew!
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It is hot here.
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Look at the red sand.
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We are in the red center.
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That giant rock is Uluru.
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Wow!
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It is so big and red.
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Look!
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A boomerang.
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Watch me. Where is it?
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It is not coming back.
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Look!
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A kangaroo found it!
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The kangaroo wants to play!
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Next up, the Great Barrier Reef!
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Look down, everyone!
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We are at the Great Barrier Reef.
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It is the biggest coral reef in the world.
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Wow!
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The coral is so colorful!
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I see a clownfish!
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Hello, fishies!
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Wait, wait.
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Something big is coming.
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Is it a shark?
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A monster?
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No, Dad.
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It is a sea turtle.
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He is swimming slowly.
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Oh.
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Hello, Mr. Turtle.
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I love Australia.
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The ocean and nature here are beautiful.
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And the kangaroos are funny.
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I want to come back here.
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This has been the most amazing adventure we've ever had.
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Traveling teaches us new things.
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We love exploring together. Do you like Australia?
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Like and share this video now.
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Now!
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And subscribe for more adventures.
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See you next time!
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Bye -bye!
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Welcome to English for Newbie!
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Let's begin together!
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Hello? Is anyone there?
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Who left these boxes?
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It is me, delivery man.
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Special delivery for Mrs. Grace.
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Please help me.
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Sign here.
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Who is ringing the bell so early?
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I need coffee.
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Oh my goodness!
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My things are here already.
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Wow, the delivery is so fast.
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I ordered these last night.
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Grace, did you buy the whole supermarket?
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What are all these boxes?
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It's okay, honey.
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I stayed up late for big discounts.
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90 % off.
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Just one more video.
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Just one more deal.
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Only two minutes left.
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Buy one, get one free.
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Giant pencil for smart kids.
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Umbrella hat for rainy days.
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Buy now.
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Big pencil.
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Good for Leo.
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Umbrella hat.
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Good for Maya.
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Click, click.
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Oh no. Shipping is too expensive.
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I need to buy something else.
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Quickly.
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Automatic egg breaker?
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Perfect.
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Only five dollars.
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Added.
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Honey.
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Honey, do you want a new cool shirt?
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Yes.
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Extra cheese.
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Pizza.
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He said yes.
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Okay.
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Confirmed.
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Order placed.
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Finally.
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Peace and quiet.
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Sorry sir, I forgot this long one.
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It was hiding behind the seat.
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Are you kidding me?
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Again?
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And...one...last...small box.
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Phew!
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That is it!
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You look exhausted.
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My wife really clicked add to cart too many times, right?
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Yes, sir.
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Your wife bought so many things.
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My truck is empty now.
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Today, she is the queen of Zonzon.
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Great.
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My wallet is empty now.
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I know, sir.
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Delivering is hard, but paying is harder.
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Good luck opening all these boxes.
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Okay.
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Kitchen things here.
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Clothes over there.
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Perfect.
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Happiness is expensive. But she is happy.
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Open it.
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Open it.
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We want to see.
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We want to see.
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Whoa.
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Is this a pencil or a tree?
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It is too heavy.
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Careful, my little hero!
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Look, kids!
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I look like a big silly frog!
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Daddy looks so funny!
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Dance more, Daddy!
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Squeak, squeak!
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Oh my goodness! Did it just puke?
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It is puking paper.
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Do it again.
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At least I got new jeans.
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Ta -da!
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New style!
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Wait!
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These jeans are huge! Where are my feet?
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Honey, those jeans are too big for you.
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You look funny.
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Actually, it is not funny.
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I wasted our money.
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I am so sorry.
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It's okay, honey.
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We can smile and laugh together.
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But the pants were expensive.
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And those frogs are useless.
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Wait, let me check this shop.
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Why are they selling these things?
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Look Grace, the shop's name is Silly Stuff Store.
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And look at the rating.
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It is only one star.
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Oh no, I was so sleepy.
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I didn't check the stars or read the reviews.
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I am sorry everyone.
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Mom, what about those black boxes over there?
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No, don't touch them.
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I bought gifts for you guys, but maybe they are bad too.
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Hey, don't worry.
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This box looks different.
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Whatever is inside, we are still family, right?
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Yes, Mom.
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Let's try.
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Maybe this time it is a treasure.
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Okay, let's open it.
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I hope it's good.
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Oh, look Grace, it is a very handsome shirt, not trash at all.
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Wait, Grace, I think I ate too much pizza, it is tight.
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Hahaha!
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Dad, you look so fashionable!
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Yes, you look younger Dad.
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Ah, it is not small.
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It is just Leo's size.
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Try it, son.
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Wait, let me put on my new shoes, too.
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Wow, look at me.
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Cool shirt and cool shoes.
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I look like a pop star.
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Oh, wow!
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It sparkles.
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Mommy, it is beautiful.
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I am a real princess now.
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Thank you, Mommy.
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I love it.
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Thank goodness.
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You look like a real princess, my darling.
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This is the last one.
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I promise.
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It is your size, Ethan.
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No way.
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A real leather jacket.
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This is my dream jacket.
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Grace, you are the best.
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Okay, team.
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Strike a pose.
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One, two.
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Wait for mommy.
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I want to be in the photo too.
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She.
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Oh no, we have a giant mess to clean up.
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Lesson learned everyone.
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Don't shop at 2 a .m.
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like me.
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You will buy funny and useless things.
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And please spend your money wisely.
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Think before you buy.
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And always check the reviews.
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If you like shopping online story today, please like and share this video.
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And subscribe to Grace Family English for more fun videos.
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Yeah, guys.
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Now, let's clean up.
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See you next time.
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Bye -bye.
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Bye -bye.
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The gate is closed now It is already 8 o 'clock You are late today,
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Leo I am really sorry for this,
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Mom Wow, he is so strong and cool
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Leo, look at the clock It is 10 o 'clock.
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Time for bed.
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Okay, Mommy.
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I'm going to sleep now.
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Good night, Mommy.
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Good night, Leo.
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See you tomorrow.
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Oh, please, Mommy.
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I want to watch the end.
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No, Leo.
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You must wake up early for school tomorrow.
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Ugh!
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Everyone is sleeping right now.
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I can watch my movie again.
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Ooh, let's finish the superhero movie.
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Ha ha, take that bad guy.
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The superhero always wins the big fight.
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I am feeling very sleepy now.
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No, I can't sleep yet.
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I must finish this great movie.
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Finally finished.
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I'm so tired now.
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Wake up, Leo.
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It's time for school.
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I'm so sleepy, Mommy.
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Just five more minutes, please.
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Come on, Leo.
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You will be late.
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Brush, brush.
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I am so tired Yummy breakfast.
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I am totally ready for a great school day Eating is so hard today No,
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look at the time.
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It's very late right now Ethan, please take Maya to the bus stop.
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I'll drive Leo later Okay, let's go, Maya.
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Have a wonderful day, Grace and Leo.
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Bye -bye.
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See you later.
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Oh, Leo, please wake up and hurry.
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We must go now.
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Hello, sir?
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My son is late for school today.
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I'm sorry.
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Excuse me, teacher.
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May I come into the classroom, please?
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I'm sorry because I'm late for your class today.
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It is okay, Leo, but...
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Why do you look so tired today?
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If you sleep late, you will be tired and late for school.
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Yes, teacher.
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I understand my mistake clearly now.
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Hello, Daddy.
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We are finally home from school.
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Hello, Maya.
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Wow, Leo, you look extremely tired.
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What happened?
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I am so exhausted, Daddy.
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I didn't sleep well last night.
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I secretly watched a superhero movie very late.
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See, Leo?
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You must sleep early to have energy.
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Sleeping late makes you tired and late for school next morning.
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I'm sorry, Mommy.
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I will sleep early tonight.
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I promise you.
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Were you ever late for school, like Leo?
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Please don't.
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You'll be super tired.
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Don't forget to like, share and subscribe for more stories.
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See you next time.
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Bye -bye.
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The End Officer, please help us.
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I lost my wallet.
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Take a deep breath, honey.
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It will be okay.
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But our passports and money are in it.
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We can't go home.
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I understand.
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Please stay calm.
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Where did you go today?
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Hmm...
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Let me remember.
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First, we took a nice ferry to see the Statue of Liberty.
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Wow!
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Look, Daddy!
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She has a big torch!
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And she is so tall and beautiful!
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It is a famous place in New York.
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The morning was very nice.
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Next, we walked around Times Square.
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Oh my gosh!
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Look at all the bright lights!
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Look at the yellow cabs!
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Smile everyone!
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Cheese!
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These little taxi toys are so cute!
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I'll take them please.
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I bought gifts there, so I know I still had my wallet.
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Who is ready for a walk in the park?
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Finally, we went to Central Park to relax.
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Daddy, I'm so hungry.
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Can we get hot dogs?
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Four hot dogs, please.
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Here is the money.
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You can keep the change.
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Oh!
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Yummy!
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American hot dogs are very good!
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Oh, Leo!
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You have ketchup everywhere!
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Let me help you.
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Hold still, my sweet boy!
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Oh my gosh!
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The wooden bench!
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I left it right there.
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I am so careless Ethan.
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It is not your fault Grace.
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We are together.
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I will call the park police now.
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Don't worry.
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I just want to go home.
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Hello?
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Excuse me, officer?
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I was running in Central Park and found this wallet.
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It was just sitting on a wooden bench. That is mine!
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My green wallet!
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The passports, the money...
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Everything is still here!
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Sir, I can't thank you enough.
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You saved our trip.
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No problem at all!
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I'm glad I could help.
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Enjoy the rest of your time in New York!
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Thank you!
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There are many good people in the world.
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Parents, please always double -check your bags when traveling.
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And if you lose something, ask the police for help immediately.
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New York has amazing places and the kindest people ever.
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Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe to our channel.
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Bye -bye.
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See you next time.
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Thank you.
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Thank you.
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Thank you.
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Thank you.
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Thank you.
Leo and Red’s Prank War: A Fun, Real-Life English Scenario
Ever wondered how friends joke around in everyday English? The video follows Leo and Red as they play pranks—glue on pants, a sticky chair, and a bathroom mix-up—creating a lively, relatable conversation. This isn’t just entertainment; it’s a goldmine for english speaking practice. The dialogue uses simple, conversational phrases that mirror how people talk in real life, making it perfect for learners to pick up natural rhythm and tone.
Useful Chunks & Collocations to Memorize
- "Did that on purpose": A common way to accuse someone of intentional mischief (e.g., "You definitely did that on purpose!").
- "Learn your lesson": A playful threat to teach someone a lesson (e.g., "You’ll learn your lesson, Leo!").
- "Clean this mess": A practical phrase for asking or telling someone to tidy up (e.g., "I have to clean this mess").
- "Read the sign wrong": A casual excuse for a mistake (e.g., "I think I read the sign wrong").
- "Can’t wait any longer": Expressing eagerness (e.g., "I can’t wait any longer!").
These chunks are easy to mix into your own speech and will make you sound more fluent. They’re also great for improve english pronunciation since they follow natural stress patterns.
Your Shadowing Challenge: Mimic the Pranksters
Ready to practice? This is where shadowing speech comes in. Play a 5-second clip of Leo or Red speaking, pause, and repeat it immediately—trying to match their tone, speed, and even the way they laugh. Focus on how "Stop laughing!" sounds urgent or how "I’m sorry" softens. For extra practice, use a shadowing site to slow down the audio if needed. Then, record yourself and compare. Did you catch the playful intonation? This exercise helps you internalize conversational English, making it easier to speak naturally. Remember, learn english with videos like this one turns passive listening into active practice. So, hit play and start shadowing—you’ll be joking like Leo and Red 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.