The English We Speak: Off base
This expression is a way to say someone's idea, guess or opinion is far from the reality. Learn it here with Beth and Feifei.
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This expression is a way to say someone's idea, guess or opinion is far from the reality. Learn it here with Beth and Feifei.
FIND A TRANSCRIPT: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2025/ep-251124
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FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followus
LIKE PODCASTS? Try some of our other popular podcasts including: ✔️ Learning English Grammar ✔️ Learning English from the News ✔️ 6 Minute English
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