010. Don’t ever…
I. EXAMPLES: Don’t ever lose these papers. They are of great importance to our company. Don’t ever miss a good opportunity. Don’t ever arrive late for an interview. II. DIALOGUES: Son: Mom, can I go swimming in the pool now? Mother: But you just had your lunch. Son: I know but it’s hot and […]
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009. Did you use to…
I. EXAMPLES: Did you use to live in Tokyo? Did you use to get up early? You used to smoke heavily, didn’t you? II. DIALOGUES: A: Did you use to have any really bad habits? B: I used to bite my toenails when I was younger but now I don’t. A: What made you […]
Continue reading008. Compared to…
I. EXAMPLES: Compared to other students, she is quite hard working. Compared to city life, country life is quiet and peaceful. Compared to fans, air-conditioners are more comfortable. II. DIALOGUES: A: So how do you like your new job? B: Compared to my last one, it’s a lot more interesting. A: What was your […]
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I. EXAMPLES: By the way, is there a bathroom in the apartment? By the way, do you have any change on you? By the way, he is a difficult person II. DIALOGUES: A: I need to lose weight. B: Yeah, me too. A: By the way, when was the last time you exercised? B: […]
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006. But this doesn’t mean that…
I. EXAMPLES: We are your employees, but this doesn’t mean that we must obey you unconditionally. You are much older than I am, but it doesn’t mean that you are right about everything. I support this measure, but it doesn’t mean that I support you without reservation. I like you, but this doesn’t mean that I’ll marry […]
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005. Be careful with…
I. EXAMPLES: Be careful with the wet paint. Be careful that you don’t catch a cold. Put on more clothes before you go out. Be careful not to spill the milk. II. DIALOGUES: A: She has been calling me for several days now. I think she’s interested in me. B: Are you sure? I think she […]
Continue reading004. As far as… (is) (am) (are) concerned,…
I. EXAMPLES: As far as I’m concerned, I don’t mind that you wear this mini-skirt. The coat is fine as far as color is concerned, but it is not very good quality. So far as he’s concerned, nothing is as important as his daughter. II. DIALOGUES: A: Have you seen the movie, Silence of […]
Continue reading003. As far as…
I. EXAMPLES: As far as I can remember, he didn’t come home until midnight. As far as I recollect, there were few people in the village then. As far as I recall, they quarreled very often at that time. As far as I can see, he’s a big liar. II. DIALOGUES: A: Have you […]
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002. Are you used to?
I. EXAMPLES: Are you used to using chopsticks? Are you used to life here? Are you used to staying up late? II. DIALOGUES: A: How long have you been living in China? B: About three years now. A: Are you used to eating the food here? B: Yes, I like it very much. A: […]
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001. Are you sure…?
I. EXAMPLES: Are you sure? Are you sure about that? Are you sure of what you said? Are you sure that he is not coming? II. DIALOGUES: A: I’ve had so many problems with my new car. It’s driving me crazy. B: Are you sure you don’t want to buy a new one? A: […]
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