“Kick up a stink” means to make a loud complaint or public fuss. Its likely image is simple: stir up a bad smell, and everyone notices.
What “kick up a stink” means, and where it comes from
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Reviewing Performances Exercise
- B2
CEFR B2; focus: language for reviewing theatre, music, dance, film, and live performances; 12 single-answer gap-fill items.
What “hum and haw” means, and where it comes from
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“Hum and haw” means to hesitate or sound unsure. The phrase grew from the filler sounds people make while thinking or delaying.
Managing Disagreement Diplomatically Exercise
- C2
C2 Proficiency; focus: managing disagreement diplomatically.
Listening to Announcements Exercise
- B1
B1 ESL multiple-choice gap-fill exercise focused on understanding common announcement language in public, study, and work contexts.
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