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内容介绍：Now, the VOA Special English program, WORDS AND THEIR STORIES.Our expression today is "getting down to brass tacks." It means to get serious about something, to get to the bottom of the situation. For example, a man may say, " I want to work for you.... >>详细内容

内容介绍：A look at terms related to eyes.Now, the VOA Special English program WORDS AND THEIR STORIES.(MUSIC)Today's program is all about eyes. When it comes to relationships, people's eyes can be a window into their hearts. This means that their eyes can tel... >>详细内容

内容介绍：Making choices is necessary, but not always easy.Now, the VOA Special English program, Words and Their Stories.(MUSIC)Making choices is necessary, but not always easy. Many of our expressions tell about this difficulty.One of these expressions is Hob... >>详细内容

内容介绍：Take heart, the English language has many heartfelt expressions.Now, the VOA Special English program, Words and Their Stories.Each week, this program explains the many meanings of English expressions. Today's expressions include a very important word... >>详细内容

内容介绍：Using words to make a profit in business.Now, the VOA Special English program, Words and Their Stories.There are many special terms in the world of business. The following story is about a sweetheart deal which I made last week. I made the deal with ... >>详细内容

内容介绍：English expressions using the word mouth.Now, the VOA Special English program, Words and Their Stories.(MUSIC)People use their mouths for many things. They eat, talk, shout and sing. They smile and they kiss. In the English language, there are many e... >>详细内容

内容介绍：Some people are said to be hard-nosed.Now, the VOA Special English program, Words and Their Stories.(MUSIC)A person's nose is important for breathing and smelling. The nose is also used in many popular expressions. Some people are able to lead other ... >>详细内容

内容介绍：A look at terms related to eyes.Now, the VOA Special English program WORDS AND THEIR STORIES.(MUSIC)Today's program is all about eyes. When it comes to relationships, people's eyes can be a window into their hearts. This means that their eyes can tel... >>详细内容

内容介绍：Fireworks can by noisy, even if there is no explosion.Now, the VOA Special English program, Words and Their Stories. I'm Rich Kleinfeldt.(MUSIC)Today we tell about the word fireworks.The expression fireworks gets its meaning from the fireworks that p... >>详细内容

内容介绍：English expressions that are all dressed up with no place to go.(MUSIC)Now, the VOA Special English program, Words and Their Stories.Last week, I explained some English expressions about clothes. Everything I told you was true. I did not talk through... >>详细内容

内容介绍：Clothing idioms that dress up the English language.(MUSIC)Now, the VOA Special English program, Words and Their Stories.Have you ever considered all the English expressions that include words about clothes? Let's see if I can name a few off the cuff,... >>详细内容

内容介绍：Some names have special meanings in popular American expressions.Now, the VOA Special English program, Words and Their Stories.(MUSIC)A person's name is very important. Some names also have special meanings in popular American expressions. To better ... >>详细内容

内容介绍：People who eat like birds eat very little.(MUSIC)Now, the VOA Special English program, Words and Their Stories.Today we explain some expressions about birds. For example, if something is for the birds, it is worthless or not very interesting. Someone... >>详细内容

内容介绍：English idioms that are head and shoulders above the rest.Now, the VOA Special English program, Words and Their Stories.(MUSIC)There are many American expressions that use parts of the body. These include the eyes, ears, nose, mouth and even the hear... >>详细内容

内容介绍：On WORDS AND THEIR STORIES: Dog-related expressions.Now, the VOA Special English program, Words and Their Stories.(MUSIC)Most dogs in the United States seem to have an easy life. They sleep a lot and get fed often. People take their dogs for a walk t... >>详细内容

内容介绍：A number of English expressions using numbers.Now, the VOA Special English program Words and Their Stories.(MUSIC)Last week, I told about the number one. Today, I will tell about expressions using other numbers.Some problems are difficult to solve. B... >>详细内容

内容介绍：Find out how information passes through word of mouth.Now, the VOA Special English program, Words and Their Stories.(MUSIC)Some of the most exciting information comes by way of the grapevine.That is so because reports received through the grapevine a... >>详细内容

内容介绍：Expressions as plain as the nose on your face.Now, WORDS AND THEIR STORIES – a VOA Special English program about American expressions. I'm Rich Kleinfeldt with expressions that include the word face.(MUSIC)The first is face the music. It means ... >>详细内容

内容介绍：Do you have a strong, special interest?Now, the VOA Special English program, Words and Their Stories. Today we tell about the word buff.(MUSIC)The word buff has several meanings. Buff is a light yellow color.Buff is also a soft cloth used to rub a su... >>详细内容

内容介绍：Is the Fall Guy Really the Guilty One?Now, the VOA Special English program, Words and Their Stories.(MUSIC)Every week at this time, the Voice of America tells about popular words and expressions used in the United States. Some expressions have made a... >>详细内容