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Focusing on the main problem/issue What is the main problem? What is the real issue (here)? (I think) the major problem is . . . Our primary concern is . . . The crux of the matter is . . . (As I see it), the most important thing is . . . The main pr

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Emily sat down on the sofa. She took off her shoes. She put her feet on the coffee table. She leaned back. She picked up the remote and turned on the TV. It was 6 o'clock. The news was on three channels. She didn't want to see the news. The news depr

VOA慢速英语2011--Ann Landers, 1918-2002: She Helped Milli

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Emily sat down on the sofa. She had a big, soft sofa. It was comfortable. It was a comfortable sofa. She took off her shoes. She put her feet on the coffee table. The TV remote was on the coffee table. She picked up the remote. She pointed it at the

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Emily sat down on the sofa. She took off her shoes. She put her feet on the coffee table. She leaned back. She picked up the remote and turned on the TV. It was 6 oclock. The news was on three channels. She didnt want to see the news. The news depres

地道英语对话：Recreation Area Problems(1)

A: Could I speak with the manager about some problems in the pool area? B: Sure, what seems to be the problem? A: My apartment is next to the pool, and there seems to be some really late-night partying going on out there. B: The hours for the pool ar

地道英语对话：Recreation Area Problems(2)

A: I had some concerns about the pool and Jacuzzi area and would like to speak with someone. B: I can help you with that. What are you having problems with? A: I live right next to the pool, and late at night it is really noisy out there! B: There is

地道英语对话：Recreation Area Problems(3)

A: I was wondering if I could speak to someone about some concerns of mine with the pool area. B: I can answer any questions that you might have. What are your concerns? A: I enjoy living next to the pool, but it gets really loud out there at night.

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地道英语对话：Key and Lock Problems(2)

A: I need to speak with the manager right away. B: The manager is not here right now. May I take a message? A: Our key doesnt seem to be working in our lock. B: How many times have you used this key in the lock? A: We have already used this key succe

地道英语对话：Key and Lock Problems(1)

A: Hi, I need to speak with the manager, please. B: Yes, this is the manager. How may I help you this morning? A: We are having problems getting into our apartment. B: Is this the first time that you have tried this key since I gave it to you? A: Yes

地道英语对话：Key and Lock Problems(3)

A: Good morning. Could I speak with the manager, please? B: I am the assistant manager. Is there something I can help you with? A: The key you gave us to our apartment doesnt seem to be working. B: Did this key work okay for you before? A: We were us

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ESL Podcast 289 – Communication Problems

Ethel: Can we talk? Fred: Uh-huh. Ethel: I dont think we communicate very well. We dont talk to each other like we used to. I think we need to have a dialogue about these dysfunctional communication patterns. Fred: Hmm. Ethel: I think we need to work

新西兰英语 88 Problems in Fiji

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Problems in Fiji affect New Zealand. Many New Zealanders go to Fiji on holiday, many Fijians live in New Zealand and we are part of the Pacific Islands Forum. (see January 27th 2009) The countries which belong to the Pacific Islands Forum want Fiji t

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Vagner: Arent you supposed to be studying for the drivers test? Liesl: Im supposed to be, but I keep getting distracted. Reading this manual is deadly. Vagner: I know, but if you dont study, youll never pass the test. Try to focus. Liesl: Ive tried t

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Mother: Doctor, this is my son Danny. I brought him in so you could look at his rash . Doctor: Okay, Danny. Have a seat on the exam table . How long have you had the rash? Mother: My son has had that rash for about two weeks. It started out as a blis

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