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Today's Expressions

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to take the long way around

to choose a longer, less direct route · to deliberately extend a journey

What's the situation?

This expression is perfect for when you're not in a rush and want to explore more, or simply avoid traffic! 🚗✨ It's about enjoying the journey, not just the destination, sometimes literally. Imagine a path full of beautiful landscapes or unexpected stops!

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to make a detour

to take a different route · to go out of your way briefly to visit a place

What's the situation?

This is a super handy phrase for when you're already out and about, maybe running errands or driving somewhere, and you decide to quickly pop into another store that wasn't originally on your list! 🛍️ It's perfect for those spontaneous shopping moments or when you remember you need something extra.

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to plot a course

to plan a route or strategy · to decide on a direction

What's the situation?

Imagine you're trying to figure out the best way to travel from point A to B, especially when there are multiple options or you need to strategize your travel time. 🗺️ This phrase is super handy for discussing your travel plans and how you're going to get where you need to go!

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Are you coming back this way?

Will your travel route bring you back to this location? · Do you plan to return here on your journey?

What's the situation?

This is a super friendly question to ask someone you've just met, especially if they're traveling and you want to know if you might run into them again! 🤗 It's also great if you've given someone directions or helped them, and you're curious about their return journey. It shows you're engaged!

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to take a detour

to go a different or indirect route · to make a diversion

What's the situation?

This phrase is perfect when your travel plans change unexpectedly, or you decide to explore something not originally on your itinerary! 🗺️ Sometimes the best adventures happen when you take a little detour!