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55: Not Traveling in the Pandemic

Hello there, from our separate houses to yours! This week we are talking about the essential fact of staying home and social distancing while the pandemic rages on. We’ll not only talk about why that’s so important, but also some ways to make the most of your time at home. Had a fun trip planned that you had to cancel? Maybe you could take a virtual tour. Or maybe you’ve always wanted to visit some of the world’s most fantastic museums, galleries, aquariums, etc. Now many of these top tier organizations have granted free access to their treasure troves, that you can enjoy from your couch (most likely in the same pajamas you’ve been wearing for the past week…but not speaking from experience here…).

For Language News, we take a look at the grammatical use of the word “like.” Like, I bet you never like thought about the fact that this word has like real ways it can be used. Read more about it here.

Now, for some great resources:

Museums and Galleries:

We know this is a trying time for everyone, so try to make the most of your time if you find yourself with extra of it. Stay safe, pay attention to guidelines, and we’ll see you virtually very soon!

Thanks for listening, everyone. If you haven’t, make sure to send us your Lost in Translation in our contact section. Until next week!

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2 thoughts on “55: Not Traveling in the Pandemic

  1. Dennis (Mac) Greene says:

    Fascinating! It seems to me that these uses of Like came into currency in the 1970’s, along with Man, Dude, and a few others. They were all ways of establishing a counter identity, but only Like has survived the decades.
    I hope we get to hear about quarentine in China, at some point in the future.
    Happy April 4. I hope you were able to celebrate.

    Mac

    • Patrice says:

      Thanks, Mac!! 😀 We did celebrate, thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed this language news — I know I certainly did, too!
      We talked briefly about quarantine in China in episode 51 😀 that was before it spread to the West, and before I had even heard the term “social distancing”!

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