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Today's Expressions

Learn useful English expressions easily and fun.

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Take it from me

Trust me · Believe me · I know from experience

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This expression is perfect when you want to share some advice or a strong opinion based on your personal experience. You're basically saying, "I've been there, done that, and this is what I know!" It adds a lot of credibility to your words. 💪

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at your discretion

as you see fit · as you decide · at your own judgment

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You've been given a task, but the person assigning it trusts your judgment to handle the details. ✨ It means you have the freedom to make decisions based on what you think is best. It's often a sign of trust! 🙏

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I'll take your word for it

I believe you · I trust what you're saying

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This expression is super handy when you're shopping and a friend or salesperson tells you something is really good, and you just decide to trust their judgment without digging for more info. 👍 It shows you value their opinion and are ready to move forward!

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to have your guard up

to be defensive or cautious · to be unwilling to trust others easily

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Ever been in a new social setting or met someone new and felt like you needed to protect yourself emotionally? 🛡️ This expression perfectly describes that feeling of being defensive or cautious, not ready to fully trust or open up yet. It's like your emotional shield is up! ✨

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to vouch for something

to confirm that something is true or good · to recommend based on personal experience

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Imagine your friend is unsure about buying a new gadget or trying a new coffee shop. If you've had a great experience with it, you can 'vouch for' it! It means you're giving it your personal stamp of approval. 👍✨

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to give someone the benefit of the doubt

to believe someone's good intentions · to assume someone is telling the truth or acting for good reasons

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This expression is super useful when someone's actions seem questionable, but you choose to believe they had good intentions or a valid reason. 🙏 It's about pausing before jumping to conclusions and giving them a pass, at least for now. ✨

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to bare one's soul

to reveal one's deepest feelings and secrets · to open up completely emotionally

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Ever felt like you had so much bottled up inside, and then you finally found that one person you could tell absolutely everything to? 🥺 That's when you "bare your soul"! It means you're sharing your deepest thoughts, fears, hopes, and secrets, making yourself vulnerable but also incredibly honest. It's a big step in building trust! 💖

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let your guard down

relax and stop being cautious · become vulnerable

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Have you ever been in a new situation or around new people, feeling a bit reserved or cautious? 🤔 'Let your guard down' is about finally relaxing and opening up! It's like taking off an invisible shield and allowing yourself to be vulnerable. It's great when you feel comfortable enough to truly be yourself around others. 😊✨

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