Does sport bring people together, or does it divide us? Andrew and Anna’s conversation moves from the World Cup to the Olympics, the Commonwealth Games, and even esports. Along the way, you’ll hear expressions like “in the wake of,” “to not have a dog in the fight,” “emotionally charged,” “over the top,” “good grief,” and “to check a box.”

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Keep an ear out for these phrases during the episode:

• In the wake of (something)
• To (not) have a dog in the fight
• Emotionally charged
• Over the top
• Good grief
• To check a box

In this Catch Word lesson, Andrew and Indiana teach you five English expressions that are often used in meetings and in the workplace: “circle back,” “touch base,” “drop the ball,” “in the weeds,” and “move the needle.” Learning these expressions will help you be a clearer speaker and a better listener the next time you find yourself in a meeting.

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Keep an ear out for these phrases during the episode:

• To circle back
• To touch base
• To drop the ball
• Across the board
• In the weeds
• To move the needle