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Barking up the wrong tree: The English We Speak
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吃v的春天 posted on 2025/12/24Ever accused someone wrongly? This fun "English We Speak" video breaks down the hilarious idiom "barking up the wrong tree" with practical examples you can use right away! You'll pick up a fantastic phrase for everyday conversations and avoid misunderstandings in no time.
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US /frez/
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UK /freɪz/
- Noun
- Common expression or saying
- Section of musical notes in a piece of music
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To choose words to say what you mean clearly
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US /ˈbesɪkəli,-kli/
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UK /ˈbeɪsɪkli/
- Adverb
- Used before you explain something simply, clearly
- In essence; when you consider the most important aspects of something.
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US /əˈtʃiv/
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UK /ə'tʃi:v/
- Transitive Verb
- To succeed in doing good, usually by working hard
- To succeed in reaching a particular goal, status, or standard, often after effort or perseverance.
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US /spɛr/
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UK /speə(r)/
- Transitive Verb
- To make (money or time) available for
- To save from being hurt or punished
- Adjective
- Being extra or in reserve
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