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Today's Expressions

Learn useful English expressions easily and fun.

to duck into a store

to quickly and briefly enter a store

What's the situation?

This expression is perfect when you need to make a quick stop at a store for just one or two items, or simply to get out of the rain! ☔️ It implies a brief, often unplanned visit.

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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 make a pit stop

to make a quick, brief stop (often while en route elsewhere) · to quickly visit a place (like a store) for a specific item or short task

What's the situation?

You're driving home after work and suddenly remember you need milk! 🥛 You don't want to do a full grocery run, just grab that one thing. This is when 'making a pit stop' is your go-to phrase. It's perfect for those quick, unplanned detours!