There are so many idiomatic phrases in English, so many that they can actually be divided into categories. Today we talk about idiomatic phrases with cats, some of them are also used in other languages, since cats behave the same …
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Once upon a time, there were so many record stores in Soho that music fans might spend hours wandering from one to the next. But, with the advent of the internet, MP3 players, and Amazon, many of these stores have …
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Today we’re talking about English idioms that use fish or fishing. There are also many. Fish out of water: This phrase refers to someone who is uncomfortable or awkward in a particular situation. It comes from the idea that a …
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While you may not have given it much thought in the past, Fulham Estate, or Fulham Palace as it has been known since the 1700s, has served as the official residence of the Bishop of London for more than …
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Wimbledon Common is a large open area located in South West London, extending over 460 hectares between the boroughs of Wimbledon, Putney and Richmond-upon-Thames. Note that this is not the park where the Wimbledon Tennis Tournament takes place, which is …
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This new center dedicated to Gilbert & George opens on April 1st, not only interesting news for being a new space in an area known for its art galleries and artistic initiatives, but also for having created a new space …
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London is making a comeback. Once upon a time, the return of Kaleidoscope, the famous summer festival, was proclaimed by the Royal Palace of Alexandra. Among the many other bands revealed, Hot Chips will perform in Alexandra Park on Saturday, …
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The Tower of London, a mediaeval fortress in the centre of London, England, was erected in the 11th century following the Battle of Hastings by King William the Conqueror. It has served as a palace and royal house, a jail, …
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The Imperial War Museum, located in London, England, is committed to preserving the narrative of battles involving British and Commonwealth soldiers from World War I to the present. The museum is located in Lambeth, south of the Thames, and is …
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Visits:0 It’s almost Valentine’s Day, so it’s a good time to explore some English idioms about love. Love is universal and therefore many of these idioms are universal. “Love is blind” – This idiom is often used to describe how …
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