
The Great Book of American Idioms
A Dictionary of American Idioms, Sayings, Expressions & Phrases
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Jason Sullivan
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Lingo Mastery
About this listen
Do you feel that it’s like pulling teeth when you want to learn new sayings?
Would you like to be able to discover new American idioms and phrases that will make communication a piece of cake?
Sure, you can learn English with a language course or a textbook just fine, and climb up the ranks in terms of your grasp of the language....but are you sure you can talk like a native?
For starters, many expressions used by fluent speakers of English can’t exactly be learned in a book, and it can be frustrating to realize that your formal learning hasn’t been enough to teach you the way people talk in real life.
Sometimes, it’s all about having the right tools at your disposal...and this is where The Great Book of American Idioms comes in!
Written to act as a powerful addition to your other English-learning resources, this book will allow you to:
- Discover over 1,300 different idioms and sayings, covering hundreds of different subjects
- Learn the correct definition and usage of each expression, ensuring that you know exactly when you can say them out loud during a conversation
- Visualize examples of the sayings in common conversations, helping you understand their context
- Take advantage of important tips we provide you in the introduction and conclusion of the book, so that you can boost your learning and get a much better understanding of the English language.
What are you waiting for? Over 1,300 idioms and expressions are awaiting you! Don’t miss out on learning why this dark horse will help you see the big picture!
PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.
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- By: Lingo Mastery
- Narrated by: Jason Sullivan
- Length: 3 hrs and 19 mins
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Do you want to be “ahead of the curve” in business vocabulary in time for your next big company meeting? Do you want to “get the ball rolling” on improving your communication with employees, employers, and possible clients who will work alongside you? In the world of business and finance, proper communication is key to achieving success, expanding your frontiers, and reaching your goals.
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An amazing resource for the business world
- By Anderson Kreutzfeldt on 08-25-20
By: Lingo Mastery
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Accent: American - The Complete Guide to Speaking the Standard American Accent
- By: Patrick Muñoz
- Narrated by: Patrick Muñoz
- Length: 1 hr and 55 mins
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Whether your goals are social or professional, Accent: American will effectively teach you how to articulate Standard American English clearly and confidently. American English may be difficult, but I've done my best with this book to make it simple, easy, and fun for everyone.
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Fun story with practical exercises...<br />
- By Blue.JJ on 11-20-16
By: Patrick Muñoz
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Word Workout
- Building a Muscular Vocabularly in 10 Easy Steps
- By: Charles Harrington Elster
- Narrated by: Charles Harrington Elster
- Length: 20 hrs and 30 mins
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Word Workout is a practical audiobook for building vocabulary - a graduated program featuring thousands of words that begins with those known by most college graduates and ascends to words known only by the most educated, intelligent, and well-read adults. This workout is a comprehensive program, chock-full of information about synonyms, antonyms, and word origins, and replete with advice on proper usage and pronunciation.
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EDUCATIONAL, ENTERTAINING, ENGROSSING, ETC.
- By Tom Dolan on 05-09-16
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English Pronunciation Secrets
- The Game-Changing Guide to Mastering the General American Accent
- By: Rebecca Bower
- Narrated by: Rebecca Bower
- Length: 32 hrs and 23 mins
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You're frustrated with not being understood. You're tired of shying away from conversations and presentations that keep you from making significant gains in your career and making connections in your social life. This guide is a culmination of all of the “mysterious secrets” that non-native English speakers search for on their journey to speaking with clear, fluent English pronunciation.
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No pdf
- By Anonymous User on 09-26-22
By: Rebecca Bower
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English Grammar Rules 101
- 10 Essential Rules to Improving Your Writing, Speaking and Literature Skills for Students and Beginners
- By: Melony Jacobs
- Narrated by: Darren Schilling
- Length: 3 hrs and 27 mins
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Have you ever wondered how to improve your English grammar skills with little to no effort at all? How about the most effective ways to master punctuation and structure sentences like a professional book editor? If so, keep reading because you’re in for a treat...The information contained in this audiobook is designed to help fix your grammar skills once and for all. The application of what you learn in this audiobook can help you see results in as little as one week, and change your life forever.
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- By viktoriya phillips on 04-29-21
By: Melony Jacobs
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30 Days to a More Powerful Vocabulary
- The 500 Words You Need to Know to Transform Your Vocabulary...and Your Life
- By: Dan Strutzel
- Narrated by: Dan Strutzel
- Length: 7 hrs and 48 mins
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In this cutting-edge program, 30 Days to a More Powerful Vocabulary, personal development expert and English enthusiast Dan Strutzel will instruct, enlighten, and inspire you with a concentrated 30-day program that will teach you over 500 words. But, more than teaching you these words, the uniquely designed morning and evening review sessions will ensure that these words become a habit-knit part of your life - and with minimal effort on your part.
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Not bad but not what I expected
- By Amazonmom714 on 07-25-16
By: Dan Strutzel
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English Grammar Boot Camp
- By: Anne Curzan, The Great Courses
- Narrated by: Anne Curzan
- Length: 12 hrs and 26 mins
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Grammar! For many of us, the word triggers memories of finger-wagging schoolteachers, and of wrestling with the ambiguous and complicated rules of using formal language. But what is grammar? In fact, it's the integral basis of how we speak and write. As such, a refined awareness of grammar opens a world of possibilities for both your pleasure in the English language and your skill in using it, in both speech and the written word.
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Spectacular
- By Quaker on 09-24-16
By: Anne Curzan, and others
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The Story of Human Language
- By: John McWhorter, The Great Courses
- Narrated by: John McWhorter
- Length: 18 hrs and 15 mins
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Language defines us as a species, placing humans head and shoulders above even the most proficient animal communicators. But it also beguiles us with its endless mysteries, allowing us to ponder why different languages emerged, why there isn't simply a single language, how languages change over time and whether that's good or bad, and how languages die out and become extinct.
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You'll Never Look at Languages the Same Way Again
- By SAMA on 03-11-14
By: John McWhorter, and others
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The Black Book of Speaking Fluent English
- The Quickest Way to Improve Your Spoken English
- By: Christopher Hill
- Narrated by: Dave Alexander
- Length: 1 hr and 29 mins
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In the world we are living in, English has become the common language that people from different countries and cultures can use to communicate with one another. There are many reasons why people would want to learn English, but for a lot of them; It is work-related. Most large companies around the world require their employees to speak English. In some cases, these companies are requiring their workers to only use English at the workplace.
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The Author did a Good Job
- By Melody on 06-20-20
By: Christopher Hill
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The Big Book of Phrasal Verbs in Use
- Dialogues, Definitions & Practice for ESL/EFL Students
- By: Jackie Bolen
- Narrated by: Olivier Charlas
- Length: 1 hr and 51 mins
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Find out how people speak English in real life. That’s where The Big Book of Phrasal Verbs in Use comes in. First, you’ll see each phrasal verb used in a dialogue and then you’ll find out what each one means. Finally, it’s time for some practice! It’s everything you need to bone up on your English vocabulary!
By: Jackie Bolen
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English Fluency for Adult - How to Learn and Speak English Fluently as an Adult
- By: Whitney Nelson
- Narrated by: Patricia M Porter
- Length: 1 hr and 37 mins
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This book was specially written for older students (25+) of the English language who wishes to improve his/her English fluency to the next level but seems to have hit a plateau. Regardless of what actions are taken, progression is slow or limited. This book is essential for you to break through and not only improving your spoken skills but developing them so well regardless of your age. Armed with the proven tips, tricks, and techniques, you’ll discover that you’ll be soaring to an entirely new and exciting level of learning within days.
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Honing my English skills is attainable now.
- By Emma P. Todd on 01-02-20
By: Whitney Nelson
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- Pat
- 05-05-20
So far, it's just what I was looking for!
I'm halfway through the book and I'm super happy with it, it's just what I was looking for!
It's a giant list of American idioms and sayings with examples and everything. I think this book is great both for ESL students and native English speakers that want to brush up their slang.
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- Educated Shopper
- 06-25-23
Outstanding!
Best idioms book I have seen. Recommend it to any non-native speakers. Thank you!
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- Anthony Muhye
- 05-18-20
Great for supporting English teachers in classes!
This book is perfect for anyone seeking to teach a loved one in terms of daily-use expressions. I'm planning to use it extensively for this precise purpose. Great narrator, too!
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- Anonymous User
- 08-04-21
Very basic
I didn’t learn anything new and I’m done with half the book. Difficult to bear😖
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- jma5
- 05-12-24
No explanations
I’m surprised that there’s no explanations given or suggestions for usage. Not helpful at all.
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