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What Is 'Empty Nest Syndrome'? — VOA Learning English

Article · Language: English · Level: medium · Author: VOA Learning English · ≈ 3 min · 418 words

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What Is 'Empty Nest Syndrome'?

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And now, Words and Their Stories, from VOA Learning English.

On this program we explore words and expressions in the English language. We give definitions, examples, and notes on usage.

Today we talk about a word from the animal world – a nest. For some animals, especially birds, a nest is a shelter and a place to raise their young. So, it should not be surprising that we use the word “nest” to talk about our homes.

A nest can describe a comfortable home. And if you like to nest, you like to make your home comfy and cozy. In fact, a childbirth expert may tell pregnant women to expect strong nesting feelings to develop late in their pregnancy. This common experience is a way a woman’s body…

Tap any word for its translation at once; the word goes into your deck together with its sentence.

Anna Matteo wrote this lesson for VOA Learning English.

Source: learningenglish.voanews.com/a/what-is-empty-nest-syndrome-/7258900.html

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