AgainstTo be against something is to be touching it or opposed to it.They both leaned against the wall. ContraSer contra algo é tocá-lo ou opor-se a ele.Ambos se encostaram na parede. BeachThe…

A: Have you heard about Sam?B: No, I haven't.A: Well, I haven't spoken to him myself, but, apparently, he was caught cheating in his Maths exam.B: No kidding! I can't…

A: Excuse me, don't I know you from somewhere?B: Actually, I don't think so.A: Weren't you at Gavin's party last week?B: Not me. I don't know anyone called Gavin.A: Well,…

Emily: Hi, how’re you doing? John: Hi! I’m fine. Er, my name… Emily: My name… my name’s Emily. John: Hi, I’m John. Emily: John, nice to meet you [nice to…

A: Can I have a gin and tonic and two glasses of white wine, please?B: Sure ... That's £14.50.A: Thank you.B: And here's your change. 50p.A: Thanks. Er ... How…

AcceptTo accept something that is offered is to take it.I accepted the girl’s very nice gift. AceitarAceitar algo que é oferecido é tomá-lo.Aceitei o belo presente da menina. ArrangeTo arrange things is…

A: What seems to be the problem?B: Well, I haven't felt well for a few days. I've had a bad headache and now I've got a sore throat.A: Any sickness…

Is it possible to hypnotise people? Can someone’s mind be controlled through subliminal messaging techniques? Do some people really have supernatural powers? British mentalist and illusionist Derren Brown has performed…

Call I – Crossword TroublesOperator: Police. Can I help you? Caller: Yes, I’m having a few difficulties. Operator: What’s the nature of your problem? Caller: Well, I’m doing the crossword……

Amanda: Oh, well, fancy meeting you here! How are you? What’ve you been up to lately? Glenn: Not that much, except that I’m going to my family reunion next week.…