Got Something to Hide? Try 'Sweeping It Under the Rug' — VOA Learning English
Topics: суспільство
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And now, Words and Their Stories, from VOA Learning English.
On today’s show, we go into the home! We talk about a common object that gives us some useful expressions.
That object is a rug. Rugs are floor coverings that serve many purposes in a home. They add color and style to a room. They protect the floor. Rugs can make a home more comfortable and quiet. They can also make a slippery floor safer to walk on.
But since they are on the floor, rugs can trap a lot of dirt. When we clean the floor, it is a good idea to remove the rugs first. This way, you can sweep away all the stuff that gets trapped under it.
But if you don’t have time or are feeling a little lazy, you can always clean the floor…
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