Used to vs. Simple Past Both simple past and used to can be used to describe past habits, past facts and past generalizations; however, used to is preferred when emphasizing these forms of past repetition in positive sentences. On the other hand, when asking questions or making negative sentences, simple past is preferred. Example: You…
The race “April” is held with the aim of promoting healthy lifestyle and encouraging people to active employment. The running season begins with a 5-kilometer race that will allow participants to test their fitness level after the long cold winter. Later in the year this extremely accessible (доступный) sport will offer more events, such as…
Things You Need to Stop Doing Today to Be More Productive Here are four common beliefs that could be undermining (разрушать) your ability to get things done in the most timely and effective way: 1. Stop: Doing the easy things first Instead: Delegate or eliminate (устранять) the non-essential tasks 2. Stop: Forcing yourself to get…
Today’s Word of the Day is: “obstacle” (n.) Transcription: [ɒbstəkl] Translation: препятствие, преграда Meaning: something that makes it difficult for you to go somewhere or to succeed at something Example: Fear of change is an obstacle to progress.- Страх перемен – это препятствие прогрессу. Synonym: barrier, hurdle