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EPISODE · Aug 6, 2026 · 27 MIN

Advanced English Vocabulary 1713 | “A good innings” – Superbly Said Podcast ✅

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Advanced English Vocabulary 1713 | “A good innings” – Superbly Said Podcast | Learn English with SpeakDuo ✅📘 Lesson Slides: https://www.speakduo.com/dashboard/lesson/581📝 Quiz for This Lesson: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfTuorpdMvKZR9rUSghkMgpq-l9Y-yiCuPkWne0GGVXKqUd9A/viewform?usp=header🎧 Practice Speaking LiveWant to practice these expressions in real conversations?Join live English-speaking sessions at SpeakDuo.com and build confidence fast!🎥 Inspired by the Topic“SpeakDuo 1713: The Surprising Family History Of Game Of Thrones' Charles Dance” (SpeakDuo Lesson 1713)Uncover the fascinating and deeply personal family history of acclaimed actor Charles Dance! In this lesson, we will explore advanced English vocabulary perfect for discussing personal backgrounds, major life changes, and emotional reactions in your daily conversations.🔥 What You’ll LearnEach expression includes a clear definition and natural context to help you master it.Expressions Covered:Seen and not heard – Children expected to be quiet and obedient, not speaking up in adult company.A step up – An improvement, promotion, or advancement in rank or status.Well turned out – Dressed very smartly, neatly, and elegantly.Comfortably off – Having enough money to live a pleasant, secure life without worry.Stock in trade – A person's characteristic skill, product, or usual method of work.Flee – To run away or escape quickly from danger or an unwanted situation.A good innings – A long, successful, or fulfilling life or period of activity.A weak streak – A particular flaw, vulnerability, or tendency in someone's character.Slow to anger – Patient and calm; difficult to make angry.Off one's own bat – Doing something entirely on one's own initiative, without being asked.Reel – To feel shocked, stunned, confused, or emotionally overwhelmed.People of consequence – Important, influential, or prominent individuals.Drop off the radar – To disappear from public view, contact, or attention for a time.⭐ Improve Your English Naturally With SpeakDuo’s Learning MethodPronunciation & ConfidenceYou'll learn how to sound polite but firm when reminding someone that patience is your true stock in trade.Practice the calm intonation needed when you explain why you are usually slow to anger during tense situations at work.Master the proud tone required to talk about taking initiative and starting a project entirely off one's own bat.Conversation & ListeningDiscover how to tactfully discuss historical social norms, like when children were expected to be seen and not heard.Learn how to elegantly compliment a friend who arrived at a party looking incredibly well turned out.Share an engaging story about an old acquaintance who managed to drop off the radar for years before suddenly returning.Grammar & VocabularyGet instant AI analysis on your vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation after every lesson.Understand the perfect phrasing to use when unexpected, shocking news causes you to reel.Learn the best transition words to explain why a recent promotion felt like a massive step up that will eventually leave you comfortably off.🚀 Next StepsReview the lesson slides to dive deeper into historical and conversational vocabulary.Complete the quiz to make sure these new idioms are ready for your next conversation!Join a live session at SpeakDuo.com to practice your social and analytical vocabulary with our friendly community.#EnglishLearning #SpeakDuo #ESL #VocabularyBuilding #AdvancedEnglish #SuperblySaid #FluentEnglish #CharlesDance #Genealogy #ConversationalFluency

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