050. I really go for…
->like a particular type of person or thing /choose a particular thing/ try to get something I. EXAMPLES: I really go for Beethoven. I really go for this house. It’s terrific. She goes for tall and handsome men. I don’t go much for modernism. II. DIALOGUES: A: Hey, I’m hungry. How about you? B: Yeah, I can really go for some Chinese food right now. A: That’s a […]
Continue reading049. I’m thinking about…
I. EXAMPLES: I’m thinking about moving to a new house. I’m thinking about taking a science course. I’m thinking about getting a divorce. II. DIALOGUES: A: What are you going to have for breakfast? B: I’m thinking about having some eggs. A: That sounds good. Can you make some for me too? B: Sure. […]
Continue reading048. I’m not really happy with…
I. EXAMPLES: I’m not really happy with their performance. I’m not really happy with your behavior. I’m not really happy with your present situation. I’m not really happy with their service. I’m not really happy with my life. II. DIALOGUES: A: I’ve been so depressed lately. B: Why? What’s the matter? A: I’m getting […]
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047. I’m looking forward to…
I. EXAMPLES: I’m looking forward to working with you. I’m looking forward to coming to China again. I’m really looking forward to the holidays. II. DIALOGUES: Nephew: Aunt Jane, I hope you’ll be home next Sunday. I’d like you to meet my fiancée. Aunt: I’m looking forward to meeting her. What’s her name again? Nephew: […]
Continue reading046. I’m calling to…
I. EXAMPLES: I’m calling to say goodbye to you. I’m calling to tell you that the concert begins at 7:00. I’m calling to book two tickets for tonight’s film. I’m calling to warn you of the coming storm. II. DIALOGUES: Teammate: Hello? Coach: Hello! Is this Peter? Teammate: Yes. Hello! Coach. Coach: I’m calling […]
Continue reading045. I’m afraid…
I. EXAMPLES: I’m afraid you didn’t quite get his meaning. A: Could I speak to Elizabeth, please? B: I’m afraid she is not in at the moment. I’m afraid we are going to be late. I’m afraid I can’t make it. II. DIALOGUES: Policeman: OK, stop right there you thief! Don’t Move! Bank Manager: […]
Continue reading044. I’d be grateful…
I. EXAMPLES: I’d be grateful for your help. I’d be grateful if you’d be quiet. I’d be grateful if you’d give me a hand. I’d be grateful if you’d take care of my baby. I’d be grateful if you danced with me. II. DIALOGUES: A: How do you like the music at this dance […]
Continue reading043. I’ll let you know…
I. EXAMPLES: I’ll let you know when I’m leaving for Beijing. I’ll let you know if I can make it for dinner. I’ll let you know if I get bored. I’ll let you know when I get hungry. II. DIALOGUES: A: Are you coming to dinner tonight? B: I don’t know. I have to […]
Continue reading042…. as… as possible
I. EXAMPLES: I’ll be back as soon as possible. I’ll work as hard as I can. Try to be as careful as possible. Come as quickly as possible. Run as fast as you can. II. DIALOGUES: Father: I hope you’ll do better this semester. I was disappointed in your grades last year. Son: Don’t worry, […]
Continue reading041. I have got to…
I. EXAMPLES: I’ve got to go. I have got to buy something to drink. I have got to mail some cards to my friends. I’ve got to apologize for troubling you so much. You’ve got to try this dish; it’s tasty. II. DIALOGUES: A: How many candy bars have you eaten today? B: I […]
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