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The phrase "nature calls" humorously means needing to use the bathroom, often used in casual English to express this bodily need.

The present continuous tense describes actions happening now, using "to be" + verb-ing. In questions, the structure is slightly different.

To be "bored to death" means feeling so bored that you're utterly uninterested in the situation, making the experience feel almost unbearable.

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"Beats me" is an informal English phrase meaning "I don't know." It expresses genuine uncertainty and is common in casual conversation. Its origin is unclear but likely stems from the idea of being baffled.

Effective speaking relies on clarity, feedback, turn-taking, body language, and listening. For duos, practice synergy, alternate speaking roles, support each other, and enhance engagement for better communication and delivery.

Understanding “while” and “during” helps express time. “While” links simultaneous actions using a clause with subject and verb (e.g., “She read a book while...”). They are similar but have distinct roles.

"While" is a conjunction used to show simultaneous actions or contrast between ideas, helping connect two events that happen at the same time or highlight differences in English.

Understanding Past Perfect Tense The past perfect tense is used for actions before another past event. Formed with "had" + past participle. It shows sequences or completed actions. Structure * Subject + had + past participle Examples 1. She had finished

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