Day1：calling an old friend
peachy adj.极好的 can't complain phr. 没什么可抱怨的 holding up v. 应付 beaten down phr.沮丧 the worst is behind him 最糟糕的已经过去了 love life 感情生活 beau n. 男友（来源于法语，发音为bo）
check in 检查、确认 get the old gang back together 把我们那帮人聚一聚 hit the jackpot 走运 get through the day 度过/熬过一天 get across 通过；使。。。被理解 get cross（with）对。。。发脾气
Hey Crystal, it's Jesse!
Jesse?I barely recognized your voice！It's been forever.
I know, right? How have you been?
Everything's just peachy here. How about you?
Can't complain. I ran into James the other day and we got talking about you.
How's he holding up? holding up v. 维持、保持、应付
Honestly, he looks pretty beaten down. He's been going through a bad divorce.
Oh no, that's awful.
Yeah, but it sounds like the worst is behind him. Are you having more luck in your love life?
Haha, yes. I hit the jackpot with my new beau. He's really wonderful.
You totally deserve that. Listen, I have a meeting to get to, I just really wanted to check in.
Okay well, it was great to hear your voice, Jesse!
Likewise! We should try to meet up soon. Get the old gang back together.
That sounds like a plan! Bye for now!
Take care.
Day2：Participating in a meeting
promoting v.提高 where do you stand 你对此持什么立场 all for it 完全支持 engage v.吸引 ease v.缓解 what's your take 你对此有什么看法 passive adj.被动的 application n.应用 where you're coming from 你的观点 motivation n.动力 mitigation n.缓和 where you're going with this 你接下来要说什么 what's one's take on...询问某人对此有什么看法 pass it along 提交，传递 go over 复习，重温 go with 伴随
1.Ok，everyone. In today's meeting, I'd like to discuss promoting English learning at the office. Annie, where do you stand on this?
2.Personally, I'm all for it. I think we should introduce videos that will engage the staff and help ease fears over communication problems with clients.
1.Ok, and what's your take on this Keith?
3.Well, I think Annie made an excellent suggestion, but I think videos are a bit passive. They can teach us expressions, but we need more real application.
1.Ok, I can see where you're coming from but what would you suggest?
3.One option is to add online chats and quizzes with department competitions. A little friendly competition can increase interest and motivation.
2.I see where you're going with this. We could even give a small reward to the winning department.
1.Well, it's certainly a good idea. I'll pass it along and see what head office says.
长语句的记忆，一定要结合场景和语句，一方面可以学会如何运用这个单词在什么场景中使用这个句子，另一方面相比纯背，更容易在脑海中建立印象，因为记忆场景是比记忆文字更加容易。
Day3： Returning products
purchased v.购买 protable adj. 移动的 out of the blue adv.突然的 refund n.退款 recepit n.收据(/ri'si:t/) proof of purchase n.购买凭证 money-back guarantee n.退款保单 seeing as = because 因为 warranty n.保单 cover v.覆盖
faulty adj.有瑕疵的 faulty thinking ~ someone is not logical ~ store credit n.店铺积分 exchange v.换货，交易，兑换
1.Hey there
2.Hi. How may I help you today?
1.I purchased this portable hard drive last month and it just stopped working out the blue. I'd like a refund.
2.Okay sir, do you have your receipt or some other type of proof of purchase with you?
1.Yeah, here you go.
2.Oh, I'm sorry sir, it appears that this item only has a 30-day money-back-guarantee. Seeing as you bought it last month, I'm afraid the warranty doesn't cover a refund at this point.
1.But I think it's a faulty product. Why else would it just stop working?
2.Well, to test whether the product is faulty, you'll need to take it to a different location.
1.Come on. That's a bit inconvenienet, don't you think?
2.I'm afraid that's our policy sir. If you don't want to do that, I can give you store credit, or you may exchange the hard drive for a new one.
1.Ok, I'll just take the store credit then.
portable toilet ~ porta pottiesPorta John a portable toilet is that's outside, in the big plastic stall
Day4: Cultural differences: Receiving gifts
made it here in one piece 安全到达 hectic adj.非常忙碌的 on account of 因为、基于、为了。。。的缘故（because of） made it safe and sound 安然无恙地到达 thrilled adj.非常兴奋的（super happy）；极为激动的 take you up on your offer 接受你的建议 wrapping v.包装 went through all the trouble of 煞费苦心、特地 Pinot Noir n.黑皮诺（葡萄品种之一） up for 乐意加入 hold on a second 等一下 just a second 稍等一下 can wait 不着急 customary adj.照惯例的、按照习俗的
nasty person = mean person nasty 恼人的 take up = start sth、use eg：take up learning English，I don't want to take up any more time
up for ~ availablewant to do Oh shoot ~ Oh no ~Oh crap
1.Hey! So happy you two made it here in one piece! Please, come in come in! Here, let me take your coats.
2.Yeah, traffic was a bit hectic out there on account of this nasty weather, but we made it safe and sound.
3.We're so thrilled we finally had the time to take you up on your offer of a traditional Chinese dinner. Here, we brought you this gift.
1.The wrapping is beautiful. Thank you, Christie. Follow me guys, the dining room is right this way.
3.Well, wait, aren't you going to open your gift? I think you'll just absolutely love it.
1.Ugh...I.
3.I went through all the trouble of getting it for you, I'd love to know what you think.
2.Hey, who's up for a glass of wine? I brought this lovely Californian Pinot Noir.
3.Hold on a second, Tony. The Pinot can wait; I want to see the look on his face when Li Ming opens his gift.
1.Do you smell that? I think something is burning. Oh shoot, I forgot to turn the oven off. Just a second guys!
3.I don't smell anything. Why is he being so weird?
2. In Chinese culture it's impolite to open a gift immediately; it's customary to open a gift only after the guest has left.
Day5： Car rental
available adj.可得到的 compact n.小型 、契约；小粉盒 adj.紧凑的，紧密的；简洁的 vt.使紧密结合 luxury n.豪华型 adj.奢侈的 driver's license n.驾驶执照 insurance n.保险 roadside protection n.道路救援 rental adj.租赁的 n.租金收入，租金 upgrade v.升级 n.升级；上升；上坡 adv.往上 adj.向上的 unlimited adj.无限制的；无条件的 mileage n.里程 dropping it off 停放 branch vt.分支；出现分歧 n.树枝；分店 go over 仔细核实，复习，润色 policy n.规定 get you on your way 帮助你准备上路 skim through 浏览，略读 in one's way 阻挠、妨碍某人 update 更新，指添加了新的部分或在原基础上有所改动 uphold 赞成；鼓励
SUV n. sport utility vehicle
A Hi, there. Do you have any cars available until next Monday?
B Yes, we do. Are you looking for compact, mid-size, SUV, or luxury?
A Oh, mid-size should be fine.
B Great, we have a few available. Could I see your driver's license?
A Yep, here it is.
B And would you like to add insurance or roadside protection?
A No, thank you. My credit card covers rental insurance. Here's my card.
B Great, thanks. And would you like to upgrade to unlimited mileage?
A No, thanks. Hawaii's not that big, is it?
B You'd be surprised! Oh, and will you be dropping it off at this branch?
A Yep, we fly out at 8 a.m. Are you open here 24/7?
B Yes, we are. Okay, I'll just go over the policy with you, then take you out for a quick walk-around and get you on your way.
A Thank you. Is there anything else I should know? This is my first rent-a-car.
B Just make sure you fill up the tank before you return it.
A Good to know.