Daily English School - 143

Date: 02/12/2024

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Student: Dawoon Kim

Topic: Should you turn off devices before unplugging them?

https://engoo.com/app/daily-news/article/should-you-turn-off-devices-before-unplugging-them/3WwUiMQ8Ee6iBB_emB07ew

Should You Turn Off Devices Before Unplugging Them? | Engoo Daily News

Sentence Construction:

X You should plug in it. >> If you need to use your laptop, you need to plug it in.

X Because rice can take water from your smartphone. >> The rice can absorb water from the smartphone.

X If I go to fix shop it will be expensive. >> If I go to the repair shop, it can cost me a lot.

X I didn't hurt severely. >> I was hurt severely

X I am outgoing people but I don't like talking to people. >>


Pronunciation:

* device /dih-vahys/

* forum /fawr-uhm, fohr-uhm/

* expert /ek-spurt/

* arc /ahrk/

* iron /ahy-ern/



Build Lexicon:

* device := (noun) - A piece of equipment or mechanism designed to serve a specific purpose.

   Example: The new smartphone is a cutting-edge device with advanced features.

* plug in := (phrasal verb) - To connect a device or piece of equipment to a power supply or another device.

   Example: Don't forget to plug in your laptop before the battery runs out.

* argue := (verb) - To give reasons or evidence in support of or against an idea, action, or theory.

   Example: They tend to argue about politics whenever they meet at family gatherings.

* electrical := (adj.) - Relating to electricity or the devices operated by electricity.

   Example: The electrical system in the house needed an upgrade to meet the modern safety standards.

* spark := (noun) - A small fiery particle thrown off from a fire, a flint, etc., especially as a symptom of combustion.

   Example: The mechanic detected a spark in the engine, indicating a potential problem with the ignition system.


Discover Idioms & Expressions:

* cut the cord :=  To end a relationship or dependency, especially by severing ties or removing support.

   Example: After months of disagreements, Jane finally decided to cut the cord and end her toxic friendship.

* sparks fly := To have a heated argument or disagreement.

   Example: Whenever politics is brought up at family gatherings, sparks fly between my uncle and aunt.

* off the grid := to disconnect from conventional utilities and live independently, typically relying on alternative energy sources.

   Example: After years of city living, they decided to go off the grid and live in a remote cabin in the mountains.

* go cold turkey := To quit something abruptly and completely.

   Example: After years of smoking, he decided to go cold turkey and quit without any gradual reduction in nicotine intake.


Practice:

* Read the lexicon, idioms and expressions. Construct one sentence for each and be ready to recite them in class.


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