The English language contains a rich store of idioms that can be used in creative and forceful ways. This book examines over 400 such phrases, tracing each one's source and history through the chronological use of examples. While maintaining scholarly accuracy, the authors inspire the reader with their love and enthusiasm for the curiosities of the English language. Linda and Roger Flavell's books include The Chronology of Words and Phrases, Dictionary of Word Origins, and Dictionary of Proverbs and Their Origins.
About the AuthorsJenny Quintana has many years of experience both as a teacher and EFL writer. She has written courses for teenagers and younger students, as well as New Headway English Course PET Practice Tests and PET Practice Tests. She has also written supplementary materials for a wide range of courses including English File, Team Up 3, Towards Proficiency, English Champions, Kickstart, Countdown, and natural English
About the AuthorsJenny Quintana has many years of experience both as a teacher and EFL writer. She has written courses for teenagers and younger students, as well as New Headway English Course PET Practice Tests and PET Practice Tests. She has also written supplementary materials for a wide range of courses including English File, Team Up 3, Towards Proficiency, English Champions, Kickstart, Countdown, and natural English
Make the English you speak sound more natural with The English We Speak from bbclearningenglish.com. Every week, we look at a different everyday English phrase or piece of slang in this fun three-minute programme.
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