English for the Planet Vlog
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spend, buy pay purchase
June 7, 2025
I made this video because some of my students told me they had a hard time choosing from among these verbs when it comes to paying for something.
“those” + adjective clause
May 22, 2025
The word “those” may be used to refer to people. In this case, it’s very common to hear an adjective clause used immediately after it:
- We need to help those who are in need.
- We’re here for those who ask for our support.
- Those who wish to remain anonymous may do so.
You’ll notice that the use of “those” has a slightly formal feeling to it. Sometimes it doesn’t, but be aware that the proper application of “those” and an adjective clause pushes your level of diction higher.
“whom” in an adjective clause
May 17, 2025
If you have ever wondered why people choose to use “whom” when speaking English, this video provides you with a reason.
who or that — relative pronouns
May 9, 2025
Relative pronouns are used to begin a relative clause. In this video, I explain the differences between “who” and “that” and how to use each.
get down to
April 24, 2025
- To “get down to” something is to take care of something that is important or find that which is essential.
- Let’s get down to business.
- Stop messing around and get down to business!
- What this really gets down to is money. (Money is the thing that is at the root of this situation.)
look forward to
April 18, 2025
A person who looks forward to something anticipates the future with interest and excitement.
- He’s looking forward to this weekend.
- We all look forward to a day when there is peace in the world.
- What are you looking forward to?
“get out of” is a phrasal verb that has a few different meanings:
1. get out of: avoid an obligation. He’ll do whatever he has to do to get out of going to work.
2. get out of: escape or leave a situation. When does Ralph get out of jail?
3. get out of: receive some kind of benefit or enjoyment. I got a lot of of that video.
get ahold of
March 12, 2025
“Get ahold of” is a phrasal verb that means to reach, contact, or get.
- How can I get ahold of you?
- What’s the best way to get ahold of you.
- It’s very difficult to get ahold of her.
- I can’t get ahold of him.
- I’m trying to get ahold of some tickets to a soccer match, but they are very hard to come by.
future perfect tense
March 8, 2025
The future perfect tense is used for situations that are completed in the future.
show up
February 17, 2025
A person who shows up, makes an appearance.
- What time did he show up at work this morning?
- My friend, Alex, never showed up at the party.
- If they don’t show up soon, we’re going to have to assume they aren’t coming.
present perfect vs. present perfect continuou tense
February 14, 2025
These two verb tenses are similar but not exactly the same.
- She has thought about getting a second job. (This happened in the past, but we don’t know when.)
- She has been thinking about getting a second job. (This started in the recent past and continues up until today.)
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