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A little color goes a long way. Discover familiar idioms, understand what they mean, and see how to use them naturally.
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A LITTLE INSPIRATION
Break the ice
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To make people feel more relaxed together.
“A quick game helped break the ice.”
Best for: first meetings, introductions, new groups.
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