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What does the speaker mean by wanting to 'boil down' the soup?

  • To make the soup thicker (correct)
  • To reduce the cooking time
  • To use more ingredients in the soup
  • To enhance the flavor of the soup

What is the primary purpose of the speaker's presence on YouTube?

  • To promote his patreon account
  • To share his personal life stories
  • To improve English language skills (correct)
  • To entertain viewers with cooking

Which phrasal verb mentioned by the speaker is considered rude?

  • Boil down
  • Bog off (correct)
  • Look out
  • Carry on

What time is it in London during the discussion?

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What does the speaker plan to do after the session?

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What does the phrasal verb 'bog off' imply when used?

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In which context is it appropriate to use 'bog off'?

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How does 'bog off' differ from 'get lost'?

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Who is the likely audience for the phrase 'bog off'?

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What might be another way to express the meaning of 'bog off'?

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What is the correct usage of punctuation after a sentence in English, as emphasized in the lesson?

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What consequence is mentioned regarding ulcers in the lesson?

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What example sentence illustrates the use of 'bog off'?

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Which of the following indicates the formality level of 'bog off'?

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How is 'bog off' connected to annoyance?

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Which of the following best describes how 'bog off' can be perceived?

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What does the lesson emphasize about the spelling of the word 'color' in British English?

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What is the intended outcome of the lesson?

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What does the phrasal verb 'boil down' predominantly refer to in cooking?

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Which example best illustrates the use of 'boil down' in a sentence?

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What does the phrase 'it all boils down to' typically signify?

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In what scenario is 'boiling down' commonly used?

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Which of the following statements is incorrect regarding the use of 'boil down'?

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When discussing cooking, what kind of foods can typically be boiled down?

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Which example correctly uses 'boil down to' in a context outside of cooking?

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In which context is it incorrect to use 'boil down'?

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How does boiling down affect the quantity of food?

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What is a key difference between 'boil down' and 'fry off'?

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Why is it important to use 'boil down' correctly in cooking?

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Which statement best describes the essence of 'boil down' when referring to ideas?

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Which cooking task does NOT relate to boiling down?

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What does the phrase 'boiling over' imply in an emotional context?

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Which of the following uses 'boiled over' correctly in a sentence?

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What is meant by the expression 'boils down to' in the context given?

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In the example provided, what sentiment is conveyed by 'the atmosphere in the house is unbearable'?

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How is the boiling point of water related to the phrasal verb usage?

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What is the consequence of leaving soup unattended on the stove?

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What does 'my mom was mad at me for forgetting' indicate about responsibility?

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What is the implication of saying that 'superstition suggests coffee boiling over brings good luck'?

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What does 'boil up' commonly refer to in emotional contexts?

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In which situation is it inappropriate to share your phone number publicly?

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In the sentence 'the curry boiled over', what does 'boiled over' imply?

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How can you avoid spam and protect your email account?

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When discussing why people fail in their English learning journey, what is a common misconception?

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What aspect of learning English does the content highlight as crucial?

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What should you do if someone finds your phone number without your consent?

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Which of the following best describes the phrase 'bring something to boiling point'?

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What is the suggested emotional reaction when someone 'boils over'?

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What is a likely outcome of sharing your phone number publicly?

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What does saying 'my punishment boiled down to me being grounded' suggest about the consequences?

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Which of the following correctly reflects the understanding of 'to maintain good English skills'?

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What does the speaker imply about emotional states when using the phrase 'boiling up'?

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What happens if you don't monitor your cooking on the stovetop?

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How should the phrase 'forgetting to turn off the gas' be grammatically adjusted?

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Why might someone feel stressed when receiving repeated calls and messages?

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Which of the following actions is recommended to protect your personal details?

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When discussing cooking vegetables, what does 'boil up' refer to?

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What general advice is given regarding sharing contact information?

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What does the phrase 'boils down to' imply in a conversation?

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Which scenario best illustrates the use of 'boil over'?

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What happens when something boils over in the kitchen?

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In the context of relationships, why might siblings not get along?

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What can 'boil down to' indicate in decision-making?

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What common mistake did Rosa make when explaining why she rarely cooks risotto?

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Which of the following best captures the emotional meaning of 'boiling over'?

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What did the speaker request from listeners during the lesson?

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How does the speaker describe the induction hob?

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What is an example of something that boils down to only one key aspect mentioned in the discussion?

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What is a common result when porridge boils over in the microwave?

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What might influence the decision of choosing a school?

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What key element did the speaker mention regarding the future discussions?

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What happens when someone is distracted while cooking?

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Flashcards

Bog off

A phrasal verb meaning 'to go away' or 'to stop talking' in an abrupt and sometimes rude way. It is used when someone is annoyed or irritated.

Really

Used to emphasize that something is very important or true. It is often used in informal speech and writing.

Get Lost

A phrasal verb meaning 'to go away' or 'to leave.'

Shut Up

To tell someone to stop talking about what they are talking about or to stop annoying you.

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To Be Offended

To be offended or upset by someone's words or actions.

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Bog Off

A phrasal verb meaning 'to stop talking about a topic' or 'to stop irritating someone.'

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Bugger Off

A phrasal verb meaning 'to go away' or 'to leave' in a way that is considered rude or abrupt.

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Feeling

How someone feels about something, or how they think something is.

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Go Away

A phrasal verb meaning 'to disappear from view' or 'to leave a place'.

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You

Used to communicate that you are speaking to someone directly.

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To Put Something Into Practice

To put something into practice or to start using it.

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Okay

A brief expression indicating that someone is in agreement with a statement.

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Oh, Woe Is Me

An expression of surprise or excitement.

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To Bog Off

A phrasal verb meaning 'to go away' or 'to leave' in a rude and informal way.

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Notice

The act of noticing or recognizing something.

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Boil down

To reduce something (usually liquid) to its most basic form, often through cooking.

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Boil down to

To make something shorter and simpler by focusing on the most essential elements.

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Boil down (liquid)

To reduce a quantity of liquid by heating it, often in cooking.

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Boil down to (essence)

To simplify or clarify something by identifying the most important or essential factors.

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Boil down (size)

To reduce the size or volume of something by heating it.

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Estate Agent

A person who sells houses.

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Reduce

To decrease in quantity or volume.

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Risotto

A thick, creamy rice dish.

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Stock

A type of broth or stock used in cooking.

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Bake

To cook something by applying direct heat to its surface, usually in an oven.

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Decrease

To reduce the amount of something by removing or eliminating parts.

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Boil over

When a liquid heats up and overflows the container.

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What happens when a pan boils over?

When the liquid in a pan becomes too hot and bubbles up, causing it to spill over the edges.

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Apartment hunting

The act of looking for a place to live, often involving visiting different properties.

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Putting something into practice

The act of actively using something you have learned.

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Offended

A feeling of being upset or offended by someone's words or actions.

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Paying Attention

The act of paying attention to something.

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Supervise (while cooking)

To supervise something closely, especially while it is cooking on a stove.

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Supervise

An act of taking care of something or watching over someone.

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Boiling Up (emotion)

To become very intense or strong, often used to describe negative emotions.

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Boiling Up (liquid)

To bring something to a boiling point, usually referring to liquids in a pot.

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Nuisance

The act of becoming a nuisance, causing annoyance or inconvenience.

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Protect Yourself Online

To protect against unwanted contact or communication, especially online.

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Stop Spam

To stop communicating with someone due to spam or unwanted contact.

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Respect Privacy

To respect the boundaries and privacy of others.

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Business Email

An email account used mainly for business purposes.

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Personal Phone Number

To have a personal phone number intended for personal use and communication.

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Platform Purpose

Using a platform or medium primarily for a specific purpose.

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Misuse Personal Details

The misuse of personal information for malicious purposes.

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Be Careful

To be cautious and careful, especially when it comes to personal information.

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Recap

To quickly review or summarize important information.

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Stop Talking/Doing Something

To stop doing or talking about something.

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Get a breath of fresh air

To get a little bit of fresh air, typically outside.

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Giving your attention

To pay attention to something or someone; to be attentive and focused.

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Study Notes

Phrasal Verbs

  • Bog off: A rude, informal way to tell someone to leave. Used when annoyed, implying "go away." Not for formal situations.

  • Example sentence: "He tried to tell me I couldn't park in front of his house, so I told him to bog off."

  • Color: Note the spelling difference between British and American English ("colour" vs. "color")

  • Boil down to: To reduce something to its essential elements. Primarily used with liquids in cooking.

  • Example sentence: "The trick to making a good risotto is to allow the stock to slowly boil down."

  • Meaning contrast: Boiled down (to reduce in bulk, e.g., sauce) vs. boils down to (to come down to, e.g., decision).

Boil Over

  • Liquid context: When liquid in a container overflows, usually at a high heat.

  • Example sentence: "I turned away from the hob for five minutes and when I looked back the pan of soup had boiled over."

  • Emotional context: When a situation becomes very intense, usually involving negative emotions.

  • Example sentence: "The atmosphere in the house is unbearable: everyone hates each other and we do not want to be there when it all boils over."

Boil up

  • Liquid context: Bringing something to a boil, e.g., "I simply boil everything up together in some lightly salted water."

  • Emotional context: The growing of a strong negative emotion, e.g., "The anger was boiling up inside me."

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