33 - People's Character
Words to Know
Kidnap – to steal a person
Ransom – money asked for when someone is kidnapped
Fleas – little bugs found on animals
Kick it off – to start with excitement
Blend – to mix and combine
Strict policy – rules that are taken very seriously
Map (Verb) – give structure to something and help you understand
Mediocre – something or someone very average or plain
Luxurious – things that represent wealth and are of high quality
Slack off – to be lazy and not work when you are supposed to
Dump someone – to end a relationship in a bad way
Suitable – appropriate and/or accurate
Cheesy – something of bad taste and/or out of style
The Boogeyman – a mythical character that lives in children’s closets
Stare down – look at someone in an intimidating way
News
- People are starting to help us organise the party
- New quotes competition - participate here
- Max is an administrator, Awww Yeahhh!!
Shout Outs
- 5 star podcast review
Question
- Is it correct to use the word wanna etc. - Learn more from Justin's article here
Expressions
- Average Joe
- Class act
- Good-for-nothing
- Cold as ice
- A cry baby
Tip
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Joke
- Chuck Norris jokes - See more here
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Song
As Cold As Ice - Foreigner
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