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Today's Expressions

Learn useful English expressions easily and fun.

How much does it run?

What is the price? · How much does it cost?

What's the situation?

You've spotted something cool at a store, maybe a gadget or a unique piece of clothing, and you want to know the price without sounding too formal. 🕵️‍♀️ This expression is your go-to for a casual price inquiry, perfect for chatting with a friend or a friendly salesperson!

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to have a look-see

to take a quick look · to check something out casually

What's the situation?

You know those times when you're just wandering through a store, not really looking for anything specific, but you want to see what's new or interesting? 👀 This expression is your perfect companion! It's like saying, 'I'm not committing to a deep dive, just a casual glance.' 🚶‍♀️✨

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get ideas

to look for inspiration or concepts · to browse without immediate intent to purchase

What's the situation?

This expression is perfect for when you're exploring stores, online or in person, not necessarily to buy right away, but to see what's new, what styles are trending, or just to gather inspiration for a future purchase. Think of it as preliminary research, but way more fun! 🛍️✨

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to pick something up on the way

to get something quickly while going somewhere else · to make a quick stop for an item

What's the situation?

This expression is super handy when you need to grab an item quickly as you're already going somewhere else. 🏃‍♀️💨 It's perfect for those small, convenient stops, like getting groceries on your commute home, or a friend asking you to snag a coffee for them! ☕️

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to poke around

to casually explore a place or look through items without a specific goal · to browse around

What's the situation?

Feeling like a relaxed explorer? 🕵️‍♀️ "To poke around" is perfect when you're in a store and don't have a specific item in mind, but you're open to finding something interesting! ✨ It's like a fun treasure hunt, but for the thrill of discovery, not just profit. You might just stumble upon an unexpected gem!

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I'm just here for the experience

not planning to buy anything specific · enjoying the atmosphere of shopping

What's the situation?

Imagine you're at a huge mall, a bustling market, or even a fancy new boutique with friends. 🛍️ Someone asks what you're looking for, but you don't have a shopping list—you're just soaking in the vibe, maybe grabbing a coffee, and enjoying the energy! ✨ This expression is perfect for those times when the journey (or the atmosphere) is more important than the destination (the purchase).

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to see what's out there

to look at available options · to explore what products or opportunities exist

What's the situation?

This phrase is perfect when you're not looking for anything specific, but you want to explore the shops and see what new items or deals are available. Think of it as a casual discovery mission! 🛍️✨