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【TED-Ed】How two decisions led me to Olympic glory - Steve Mesler
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VoiceTube posted on 2014/01/04Ever wondered what it takes to win Olympic gold? Steve Mesler shares the incredible story of how two pivotal decisions transformed his journey from injury to triumph on the bobsled track! You'll be inspired by his comeback and pick up some great phrases for talking about perseverance and achieving goals.
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- To exchange one set of clothes for another
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- All the living things e.g. animals, plants, humans
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