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When we say something is "a double-edged sword," or that "it cuts both ways," we mean that it has both some good points and …

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The basic meaning of "as well" is the same as "too" or "also."

So, for example:

"Jane's coming to dinner for sure, and Gran…

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When you are "on the fence" about something, it means you can't decide, or you have mixed feelings about it.

So, for examp…

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The expression "every dark cloud has a silver lining" is a very commonly used idiom.

The "dark cloud" represents a bad si…

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"Hanging out" basically means spending time someplace. Usually it's used with the nuance of not doing anything specia…

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The rainy season officially started in Kanto this week. Most people (including me!) really don't like the rainy season …

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When you say you "can't wait" to do something, it means you are really excited to do it.

Verbs after "can't waiit" are infi…

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Nadeshiko, the Japanese Women's National Soccer Team, came to a 3-3 draw with the United States Women's National Socce…

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Often, "I might" is more natural than "maybe I will" when talking about undecided future plans.

So, for example:

Jack: W…

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Star Wars was originally released 39 years ago, on May 25th, 1977. I was five years old, and forever it has dominated my de…

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