FLASH CARD 26
(20 cards)
1
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I bring home
- I bring home groceries every weekend to prepare meals for my family during the week.
- After work, I bring home new ideas to improve my projects and share with my team.
- When I travel, I bring home souvenirs to remind me of the places I visited.
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Daily useful contexts:
- I bring home leftovers from restaurants when the portions are too big.
(Mình hay mang đồ ăn thừa từ nhà hàng về nhà khi phần ăn quá lớn) - She said she always brings home fresh vegetables from the farmers’ market.
- I bring home extra snacks for my kids after school.
2
Q
such long hours
- Working in construction means I often have to deal with such long hours, especially when deadlines are tight.
- It’s exhausting to stand all day and do physical work for such long hours without a proper break.
(Làm việc chân tay cả ngày đứng suốt, nghỉ ngơi không đàng hoàng mệt đứt hơi luôn!) - Many people complain about such long hours at their jobs, which can affect their health and family life.
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Daily useful contexts:
- I’m tired today because I worked such long hours yesterday.
- She was surprised that the training required such long hours every week.
- Sometimes I wonder how people manage to stay productive with such long hours on the job.
3
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How come
- How come you didn’t tell me about the meeting earlier?
- I don’t understand how come the project was delayed despite all the planning.
- How come she didn’t join us for dinner last night?
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Daily useful contexts:
- How come you’re still awake so late on a work night?
- He asked me how come I decided to move to a new city.
- How come they haven’t replied to your email yet?
(Sao bữa giờ họ chưa reply email của bạn vậy?)
4
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Because I have faith
- I keep working hard every day because I have faith that my efforts will pay off.
- Because I have faith in my team, I believe we can overcome any challenges together.
- Even when things get tough, I stay positive because I have faith that better days are coming.
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Daily useful contexts:
- Because I have faith in myself, I don’t give up easily.
- She said she keeps going because she has faith in the process.
- Because I have faith, I trust that everything will work out in the end.
(Bởi tôi có niềm tin, tôi tin rằng cuối cùng mọi chuyện sẽ ổn thôi)
5
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Look who came to chat
- Look who came to chat! I wasn’t expecting you here so early today.
- When I logged into the app, I saw the message pop up and thought, “Look who came to chat!”
(Khi tôi đăng nhập vào ứng dụng, thấy tin nhắn hiện lên liền nghĩ: ‘Ôi, xem ai đến trò chuyện này!) - We were talking about old friends when suddenly, someone said, “Look who came to chat,” and it turned out to be her.
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Daily useful contexts:
- Look who came to chat just as I was about to leave the office.
- During the group call, someone joked, “Look who came to chat” when a surprise guest joined.
- I sent a message and then saw my friend online—look who came to chat right when I needed advice!
6
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I’m going in the jungle
- I’m going in the jungle next week for a camping trip with my friends.
- Before I’m going in the jungle, I need to prepare all my gear carefully to stay safe.
(Trước khi đi rừng, tôi cần chuẩn bị kỹ lưỡng mọi thiết bị để đảm bảo an toàn) - I’m going in the jungle to explore new wildlife and take photos of rare animals.
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Daily useful contexts:
- I’m going in the jungle tomorrow, so I won’t be able to reply to messages quickly.
- When I told my family I’m going in the jungle, they reminded me to be careful.
- I’m going in the jungle for the first time and feeling both excited and nervous.
7
Q
I have a right to some privacy
- I have a right to some privacy, so I prefer to keep my personal life separate from work.
- Even when living with roommates, I believe I have a right to some privacy in my own space.
- I have a right to some privacy, which is why I lock my phone and don’t share my passwords.
(Tôi có quyền được riêng tư, nên luôn khóa điện thoại và không chia sẻ mật khẩu với ai)
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Daily useful contexts:
- When people ask too many questions, I remind them that I have a right to some privacy.
- I told my landlord I have a right to some privacy, so they shouldn’t enter my apartment without permission.
- In any relationship, both partners should respect that I have a right to some privacy.
8
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It’s almost time to go
- It’s almost time to go, so make sure you have everything packed before we leave.
- I looked at the clock and realized it’s almost time to go to my appointment.
- The meeting is ending soon, and it’s almost time to go back to work.
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Daily useful contexts:
- The party is winding down, and it’s almost time to go home.
- When traveling, it’s almost time to go through security, so get your documents ready.
- I told my friend, “It’s almost time to go,” because our ride was arriving soon.
9
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If you need me, you know where
- I’m heading to the café for a few hours—if you need me, you know where to find me.
- I’ll be working late at the office tonight, so if you need me, you know where to call.
- I’m at home all weekend, so if you need me, you know where to reach me.
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Daily useful contexts:
- Before leaving the party, she said, “If you need me, you know where I am.”
- I told my coworkers, “If you need me, you know where to find me,” just in case anything urgent comes up.
- After moving to a new city, I reassured my family, “If you need me, you know where to contact me.”
(Sau khi chuyển đến thành phố mới, tôi trấn an gia đình: ‘Nếu cần con, mọi người biết cách liên lạc mà)
10
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such as I deserve
- After working hard all year, I finally took a vacation such as I deserve to relax and recharge.
- Sometimes I treat myself to a nice dinner or a gift such as I deserve for reaching my goals.
- When I finish a difficult project, I reward myself with something special such as I deserve.
(tôi tự thưởng cho bản thân một điều gì đó đặc biệt vì mình xứng đáng)
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Daily useful contexts:
- I believe everyone should enjoy breaks and rewards such as I deserve after putting in effort.
- She bought a new phone as a gift such as she deserves for her dedication.
- Don’t feel guilty about taking time off; you need rest such as you deserve.
11
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find out about
- I want to find out about the new job openings at the company before applying.
- She called the school to find out about the registration process for her children.
- We need to find out about the local transportation options before traveling to the city.
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Daily useful contexts:
- I’ll find out about the event schedule and let you know.
- He’s trying to find out about the best restaurants in town.
- Before buying a car, she wanted to find out about its fuel efficiency and maintenance costs.
(tìm hiểu kỹ về mức tiêu hao nhiên liệu và chi phí bảo dưỡng)
12
Q
invite so for a drink
- After work, I decided to invite some colleagues for a drink to celebrate finishing the project.
- He asked me to invite his friends for a drink at the new bar downtown this weekend.
- It’s common to invite someone for a drink as a way to catch up and relax after a busy day.
(Rủ nhau đi uống nước là cách phổ biến để vừa trò chuyện vừa thư giãn sau một ngày bận rộn)
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Daily useful contexts:
- I plan to invite my neighbors for a drink to get to know them better.
- When meeting new people, sometimes it’s nice to invite them for a drink to break the ice.
- She invited her coworkers for a drink to thank them for their support during the busy season.
13
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What will you do to…to live in
- What will you do to improve your English skills to live in the United States more comfortably?
- What will you do to adapt to the culture and customs to live in a new country successfully?
- What will you do to find a stable job and housing to live in your new city without stress?
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Daily useful contexts:
- When preparing for the move, they asked me, “What will you do to…to live in this area?”
- It’s important to plan ahead and ask yourself, “What will you do to…to live in a foreign country?”
- During the interview, the counselor asked, “What will you do to…to live in America and succeed?”
14
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How will you support children
- The teacher asked, “How will you support children in your classroom who struggle with reading?”
- During the meeting, parents discussed how will you support children’s mental health at school.
- It’s important to plan carefully and answer the question, how will you support children’s education at home?
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Daily useful contexts:
- Social workers often ask, “How will you support children in difficult family situations?”
- In the job interview for a childcare position, they asked me, “How will you support children’s development?”
- When adopting, agencies want to know how will you support children emotionally and financially.
(Khi nhận con nuôi, các cơ quan thường hỏi: ‘Bạn sẽ hỗ trợ trẻ về mặt tinh thần và tài chính thế nào?)
15
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were celebrating their wedding anniversary
- They were celebrating their wedding anniversary by having a romantic dinner at their favorite restaurant.
- Last weekend, my parents were celebrating their wedding anniversary with close family and friends.
- The couple were celebrating their wedding anniversary by revisiting the place where they first met.
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Daily useful contexts:
- We saw a couple at the park who were celebrating their wedding anniversary with a picnic.
- My neighbors were celebrating their wedding anniversary, so they invited us over for cake.
- They were celebrating their wedding anniversary during the holiday, which made the trip extra special.
16
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The wealthy old woman
- The wealthy old woman donated a large sum of money to build a new library in the community.
- Everyone admired how the wealthy old woman used her fortune to support local charities.
- The wealthy old woman lived in a beautiful mansion filled with priceless art and antiques.
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Daily useful contexts:
- I heard the wealthy old woman in our neighborhood often hosts charity events.
- Stories about the wealthy old woman inspire others to give back to their community.
- The wealthy old woman hired a gardener to maintain her large estate.
17
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I stay at home most of the time
- I stay at home most of the time because I work remotely and don’t need to commute.
- Since I enjoy reading and cooking, I stay at home most of the time on weekends.
- During the pandemic, I stay at home most of the time to protect myself and others.
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Daily useful contexts:
- I stay at home most of the time, so I’m trying to find hobbies that keep me active.
- She said she stays at home most of the time but loves meeting friends occasionally.
- Because I stay at home most of the time, I order groceries online instead of going out.
18
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I rarely use
- I rarely use my car during the week because I usually take public transportation.
- Since I switched to my smartphone for everything, I rarely use a computer anymore.
- I rarely use credit cards because I prefer to pay with cash whenever possible.
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Daily useful contexts:
- I rarely use the gym membership because I prefer working out at home.
- She said she rarely uses social media to stay focused on her studies.
- I rarely use the kitchen appliances except for the microwave and coffee maker.
19
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the Bible/Old Testament
- The Old Testament is the first part of the Bible and contains many important stories and laws.
(Cựu Ước là phần đầu của Kinh Thánh, chứa đựng nhiều câu chuyện quan trọng và các luật lệ) - In Sunday school, we studied the prophets and teachings found in the Old Testament.
- The Bible’s Old Testament includes famous figures like Moses, David, and Solomon.
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Daily useful contexts:
- Many churches hold study groups focused on the Old Testament of the Bible.
- I learned about the creation story in the Bible’s Old Testament during religious education.
- Some people find lessons in the Old Testament that help guide their daily lives.
20
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I can’t see very well
- I can’t see very well without my glasses, so I always keep them nearby.
- When the lighting is poor, I can’t see very well and have trouble reading signs.
- I can’t see very well in the distance, which makes driving at night more difficult for me.
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Daily useful contexts:
- I told the doctor I can’t see very well, so they tested my vision.
- Sometimes I can’t see very well when the screen brightness is too low.
- If you can’t see very well, it’s important to get your eyes checked regularly.
