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train_8901
Jermain: Have you bought another handset Neysa: No, it is the original one. Jermain: This is silver gray, while I remember your handset was black. Neysa: I have changed a case for it. Jermain: Can a handset case be changed? Neysa: Of course. That's why I bought this type. I can change its case frequently, so it is nove...
Jermain thinks Neysa has bought another handset but Neysa just changed a case for it.
train_8902
Gerold: What good sunshine! Let's go and get a suntan on the balcony. Glynnis: I've had enough of it while working under the sun in the day. I don't need any more sun-tan. Gerold: It's different in my case. I work in the office, so only rarely do I get the chance to get any sun. Glynnis: It might be good to you. But pl...
Gerold wants a suntan. Glynnis doesn't need it anymore and reminds Gerold not to have too much tanning.
train_8903
Jeff: Do you believe in god? Lora: Not at all. I'm an agnostic. Do you? Jeff: I'm not sure. Why don't you believe there is a god? Lora: I think everything has a scientific explanation rather than a theological one. Jeff: I basically believe in science over theology. I mean, I believe in evolution for example. However, ...
Lora is agnostic and thinks everything has a scientific explanation. Jeff is not sure about that. They agree that some people don't act in accordance with their religious beliefs.
train_8904
Fawnia: Isn't this great? I always wanted to own a farm, live out in the country, grow my own food! Emelina: This is very beautiful. Though I have to confess, I don't know the first thing about farming! Fawnia: That's fine! Don't worry about it! Emelina: What was that? Fawnia: Relax, it was just a goat! Emelina: And th...
Fawnia wants to own a farm but Emelina doesn't know about farming. Fawnia tries to relax Emelina but Emelina is going back to the city.
train_8905
Susan Taylor: Who's that? Lorette: It'me. Susan Taylor Susan Taylor: Oh, please come in. nice to see you. Lorette: On, what're you doing? You look as busy as a bee. Susan Taylor: Yeah, I'm trying to decorate my house. Lorette: Really, that's cool. Let me see what you'Ve done. Susan Taylor: But actually it's not done ye...
Susan Taylor visits Susan Taylor. Susan Taylor is decorating the house to add some personality. Susan praises Susan Taylor's idea.
train_8906
Quinn: People are funny. Billy: They sure are. Quinn: Did you hear about the pilot? Billy: The one that stole a small plane? Quinn: Yes, he stole a plane in Canada and flew into the U. S. Billy: Did they catch him? Quinn: Yes. After two U. S. fighter jets followed him for an hour, he landed on a highway. Billy: Did he ...
Quinn and Billy are talking about a pilot who stole a plane in Canada and hoped a fighter jet would shoot him down.
train_8907
Delia: Here's Copellini's, my cousin's store. an art lover: Sounds like an Italian name with an ' i ' at the end. Delia: Admit it. You just think of Mussolini. an art lover: No, I'm an art lover, so I think more of Bellini and Botticelli! Delia: Ah, yes. The Italians do love the sensual forms of the human body. an art ...
Delia introduces an art lover to Delia's cousin's store. an art lover thinks the name sounds like Italian and finds some gift items in the store.
train_8908
Lin Tao: Hello, Zhang lin! Fancy meeting you here! Zhang Lin: Hi, Lin Tao. I have't seen you for some time. Lin Tao: How's life going, Zhang Lin? Zhang Lin: Yes, the same as ever, thanks. What about you? Lin Tao: Pretty good, thanks. I'm going to see my uncle. Zhang Lin: Good bye then, and keep in touch. Lin Tao: Good ...
Zhang Lin and Lin Tao greet each other.
train_8909
Millicent: You seem to have all the jitters about Jane. Trish: Yeah. I am on edge since she was out to the match. Millicent: Keep your fingers crossed. She'll bring home the bacon. Trish: I do have the confidence, but I still worry about her.
Trish worries about Jane. Millicent comforts Trish.
train_8910
Sibley: excuse me? How can I get to the nearest branch of the national bank? Eddy: there's branch on new street. Walk up this street until you get to the first set of traffic lights. Then turn right at the traffic lights. Sibley: how far up the street are the traffic lights? Eddy: not far. About 150 meters perhaps. Sib...
Sibley wants to get to the nearest branch of the national bank. Eddy tells Sibley how to get there.
train_8911
Nissie: I really need to go shopping. Lauraine: What do you need to buy? Nissie: I need to look for a new bedroom set. Lauraine: Where are you going to go look for one? Nissie: I have absolutely no idea. Lauraine: You don't know where you want to look for one? Nissie: No, I'm not sure where they sell nice bedroom sets....
Nissie needs a new bedroom set but doesn't know where to get one. Lauraine suggests IKEA.
train_8912
Jimmy: How can I get my driver's license? Nestor: Have you taken your driving test yet? Jimmy: I have yet to take my driving test. Nestor: Okay, first I'm going to need you to fill out the paperwork. Jimmy: When can I take my test? Nestor: You'll have to make an appointment for that. Jimmy: I would like to make one rig...
Jimmy needs to take the driving test. Nestor helps Jimmy to make an appointment at eleven o'clock on Friday morning.
train_8913
Cindi: What do you want to eat for breakfast? Maurie: All I usually have is some cereal for breakfast. Cindi: You know that breakfast is the most important meal of the day? Maurie: I sometimes run late in the morning, and can't make breakfast. Cindi: That's not a good excuse. Maurie: Tell me what you eat in the morning...
Maurie usually has cereal for breakfast. Cindi doesn't approve it and finally Maurie decides to eat oatmeal and toast.
train_8914
Merril: Hey, check out this new game I bought today. Sheelah: Wow! It's a trivia game all about the Academy Awards. Merril: I know you love the Oscars. This game has some great questions about all types of movies. Sheelah: Does it have questions about foreign language films? There's hardly any American films worth watc...
Merril shows a game about the Academy Awards to Sheelah. Sheelah is interested.
train_8915
Fran: I've known from your resume that you are a college graduate. Mr. Zhang: Yes, madam. I graduated from Tianjin College of Finance and Trade three years ago. Fran: What did you take as your major in college? Mr. Zhang: I took Accounting as my major. Fran: What kinds of work were you in charge of in the previous comp...
Mr. Zhang says his major is Accounting and he was in charge of cost price and sales revenue in the previous company but he leaves because he wants more opportunities and access to American culture in Fran's company.
train_8916
Tori: Hi, Mike, where are you going? Mike: I'm going to down town. Tori: At this time? Why don't you go there tomorrow? It is almost dark. Mike: My boy wants me to buy a toy, so I think I'd better satisfy him. Tori: But I have seen many toys in your home. Mike: There is none now because he likes to destroy toys. Tori: ...
Mike is going downtown to buy a toy for his boy who likes to destroy toys. Tori thinks he'll spoil the boy.
train_8917
Kalvin: How do you feel about this restaurant? Jennee: I really liked it! Kalvin: I really enjoyed the food. Jennee: What did you enjoy the most? Kalvin: I enjoyed the fish the most. Jennee: The fish was pretty special, but I loved the dessert. Kalvin: The macadamia cake was out-of-this-world! Jennee: I really felt tha...
Kalvin and Jennee both like the restaurant, including the food, the dessert, and the service.
train_8918
Jaquith: Do you have any tables? Weber: Yes. We've got plenty of tables in stock. Will you have a look at this one? Jaquith: It's a nice color, and the style is not bad, but a bit too small. I'd like to get a slightly larger one. Weber: How about this one? Jaquith: Mmm, I like it. How much is it? Weber: Seventy US doll...
Weber recommends a table for Jaquith. Jaquith pays seventy US dollars for it and asks Weber to deliver it.
train_8919
Franky: You look a bit under the weather. Madge: I am not feeling all the great. I think I have that crud that is going around. Franky: I know that it's going around the dorms. Madge: My boyfriend hasn't been feeling so well. Maybe he passed it on to me. Franky: I have some cold tablets if you would like one. Madge: Mo...
Madge seems to have a cold and feels like some rest and hot soup. Franky suggests going to the pharmacy if it gets worse.
train_8920
Olimpia: How long have you been in this company? Denise: I came two years ago after I graduated from college. This is my first job. Olimpia: You must have found much difference between working in company and studying in college. Denise: Of course! Everyday, there is a deadline to meet. Bosses watching and testing me al...
Denise thinks working is busier than studying but Denise tries Denise's best. Olimpia thinks Denise has made great progress. Denise's secret is to make plans and work hard.
train_8921
Renard: What kinds of things do you like to do? Karin: I've always liked to draw and paint. Renard: I didn't know you knew how to draw and paint. Karin: I do it every once in a while. Renard: How long have you known how to do that? Karin: I first learned how to do it in high school. Renard: Did you take some sort of ar...
Karin has liked to draw and paint since hight school. Renard thinks Karin has a talent and wishes to have a talent too.
train_8922
Monica: Excuse me, could you please show me the way to the human resource department? Susann: Yes, but have you made an appointment ahead? Monica: Yes, of course. I am Monica. I have made an appointment with your HR manager. Susann: Just a minute please. I'll make a call to the HR office. Monica: Yes, they confirm your...
Monica wants to go to the human resource department. Susann confirms her appointment and shows her the way.
train_8923
Ernie: You know Ernie, it seems we both like the same artists. Eydie: Yes, we do. I think we have the same musical tastes. Ernie: But if we're going to start a band, we have to be able to sing and dance. Can you do that? Eydie: I'm not a very good singer, but I'm a really great dancer! I love hip hop dancing. Ernie: Gr...
Ernie and Ernie have the same musical tastes. If they start a band, Ernie'll sing and Ernie will dance.
train_8924
Irena: Hi. Can I help you, sir? Kin: Yes. I'm interested in a job your company posted on the Internet. Irena: We posted several positions. Which position are you looking for? Kin: It is a position in your Maintenance Department. Is it available? Irena: Yes. Applications will be accepted for this position until next Fri...
Kin is looking for a position in Irena's Maintenance Department. Irena asks Kin to send his resume and fill out the application form.
train_8925
Thedric: Welcome, sir. May I help you? Jaquenetta: Yes, I wanna go to America for my vacation. Thedric: No problem. Actually, we have some great packages. The most exciting season of Hawaii is now. How about a relaxing vacation in Hawaii? Jaquenetta: Sounds good. Are there any group tours I can go with? Thedric: Yes. T...
Jaquenetta wants to go to America for his vacation. Thedric recommends a package to Hawaii at the end of this month which lasts for 15 days and introduces the places and food there. Jaquenetta thinks the package is expensive at first but then decides to take it.
train_8926
Son: So can we play PlayStation later? Mom: Sure, if you're done! Son: All my games are so lame, Mom. When can I get a new one? Mom: Well, listen, Honey, you've been a big help lately. . . Son: Right on. I'm gonna get a new game! Mom: If you take out the garbage and do the dishes, I'll think about it. Son: I knew there...
Son wants a new game. Mom asks him to do housework as an exchange.
train_8927
Anneliese: Tom, does your throat hurt? Tom: Yes. Anneliese: OK. Do you want to get better? Tom: Yes. Anneliese: OK. We want you to get better, too. You'll have your tonsils out tomorrow, and you won't get so many colds any more. Tom: But if I have my tonsils out tomorrow, I'll miss my birthday party on Saturday. Anneli...
Tom will have his tonsils out tomorrow but he doesn't want to because he'll miss his birthday party. Anneliese'll take him to see other children having tonsils out courageously.
train_8928
Patty: Hey, Dave. Can we talk for a minute? Dave: Sure about what? I'm kind of busy, but yeah ... Patty: Well, ....um, well, I'm not sure what to say, but um ... Dave: Come on. come on. Patty: Well, ... Dave: What is it? I've never known my sister to be at a loss for words. Patty: Well, you know Dave. I've got to be ho...
Patty tries to persuade Dave not to drink with his friends anymore and to go to Alcoholics Anonymous because Patty, as Dave's sister, is worried about him after he had two DUIs and lost his last job and his girlfriend. Dave refuses Patty's suggestions and doesn't want to talk about it anymore.
train_8929
Roger: Hello. Ann: Hello Roger? This is Ann. Roger: Oh hi, Ann. How have you been? And how's your new apartment working out? Ann: Well, that's what I'm calling about. You see, I've decided to look for a new place. Roger: Oh, what's the problem with your place now? I thought you liked the apartment. Ann: Oh, I do, but i...
Ann wants to look for a new place near the campus. Roger asks about her budget and requirements and promises to drop by at the apartment complex to have a look for her.
train_8930
Dr. Jackson: That looks like the main entrance. Do we have to buy tickets? Rosemarie: No, I had several tickets sent to me. Here, take one each. Let's have a look at the equipment. The exhibition is on the two floors, with two main halls on each floor. Dr. Jackson: Then what's on the ground floor? Rosemarie: Radios, te...
Dr. Jackson gives Dr. Jackson tickets and tells Dr. Jackson the radios and televisions are on the ground floor, and the communication equipment is on the first floor. Jackson's dealt with Cosmic computers but he wasn't satisfied.
train_8931
Magna: Let me help you to some more fish. Emiline: The fish is delicious. But I've had enough now. I'd like to have some soup. Magna: Here it is. Help yourself. Emiline: Thanks. I didn't know you were so good at cooking. If my wife were here, she would be surprised as I am. Magna: Well, bring your wife too if you come ...
Emiline enjoys the meal cooked by Magna. Magna asks Emiline to bring Emiline's wife next time.
train_8932
Nichol: Do you rent rooms by the week? You see, I'm not sure whether we will stay for a whole month. Nester: Well, it's 30 dollars a week, plus 10 dollars for electricity, but only 130 dollars a month inclusive.
Nichol wants to rent rooms by the week but Nester tells Nichol it's economical to rent by the month.
train_8933
Phylis: I have been looking at this online catalog for over an hour and I still haven't finished getting all the kitchen appliances that we need! Krista: What are you getting? Phylis: Well, the first thing on my list is a new blender. I decided to also get a juicer and a new coffee maker. Krista: Don't forget to als...
Phylis and Krista are discussing the new kitchen appliances they need. They decide to completely refurnish it.
train_8934
Phaidra: Thank you for your letter. Dido: Is your waist any better? Phaidra: Yes, I'm feeling very well these days. Dido: I'm glad you are getting better. Phaidra: And I was glad to receive your letter. Dido: Then when will you be back again? Phaidra: I will be back again next Wednesday. Dido: I hope to see you ...
Phaidra thanks Dido for the letter and tells Dido Phaidra'll be back.
train_8935
Nikki: When are you going to take your vacation? Brandy: I've got a 10-day vacation starting from July twenty-fifth. Nikki: Where are you going? Brandy: To Hawaii. Nikki: That sounds like a good place. Is your family going? Brandy: Yes, we plan to climb the mountains, go fishing, swimming and windsurfing. Just to relax...
Brandy is going to Hawaii with Brandy's family during the vacation. Nikki is going to visit some old friends in Egypt by air.
train_8936
Mariellen: Hi Sandra. Simonne: Hi. Mariellen: Are you working on something? Simonne: Yeah, I'm preparing a presentation for my history class. Mariellen: What's it about? Simonne: It's about the different people that discovered America. Mariellen: I thought Christopher Columbus discovered America? Simonne: Well not. Mar...
Sandra tells Mariellen she is preparing a presentation for her history class about the different people that discovered America.
train_8937
Arlena: I've sent out the invitations for the dinner party. Anastasie: That's good. Now what should we do? Arlena: We need to plan the menu. Anastasie: Oh, that's right. What do you have in mind? Arlena: I think I'm going to make the chicken salad we had at our thirty nineth wedding anniversary. Remember? I asked Thomp...
Arlena has sent out the invitations for the dinner party of their golden anniversary and tells Anastasie Arlena is going to make the chicken salad. Anastasie reminds Arlena Linda doesn't eat chicken. Arlena finds Arlena forgot to invite her.
train_8938
Michael: Hello. Mr. Othman? This is Michael in Mr. Emory ' s office. He ' d like to set up and appointment with you to talk about buying a new copier. Mr. Othman: Sure, I ' d be glad to. What time frame did he have in mind? Michael: He ' d like to do it as soon as possible, sir. How about tomorrow at 2:45? Mr. Othman: ...
Michael phones Mr. Othman to set up an appointment between Mr. Emory and Othman.
train_8939
Mitzuko-san: Well, Mitzuko-san, I hope you like it here. This is my favourite restaurant in Taipei. It reminds me of my youth when I traveled around Europe. Mitzuko: It looks wonderful. Very authentic. Mitzuko-san: The chef trained in Florence. The pasta is very good here. Mitzuko: OK. So, what can you recommend? Mitzu...
Mitzuko-san and Mitzuko-san talk about what to order at an Italian restaurant in Taipei. Mitzuko-san recommends the mushroom fettuccine and mussels.
train_8940
Yuri: Good morning, Mr. Green. Please have a seat. I received your resume last Monday and I would like to say I'm very impressed. Mr. Green: Thank you. Yuri: May I asked why you are interested in working for us? Mr. Green: Your company has an impressive reputation. My uncle worked for your company for many years. Yuri:...
Yuri interviews Mr. Green who is a senior broker in a large company. Mr. Green thinks he is qualified for the position because of his rich experience and leadership. Yuri seems to be satisfied with Mr. Green and tells him about the job content and benefits package.
train_8941
Diena: Excuse me, sir. I am coming to apply for the position of accountant. Jeremiah: Oh, please sit down. What university did you graduate from? Diena: I graduated from Tianjin College of Commerce. Jeremiah: What was your major at college? Diena: My major was accounting. Jeremiah: Can you name some of the courses you ...
Jeremiah interviews Diena who graduated from Tianjin College of Commerce. Jeremiah asks Diena about Diena's major at college and Diena's present work and tests Diena's working ability. Diena presently works on routine bookkeeping and basic accounting tasks. Diena knows about the balance sheet and the creditor's equity.
train_8942
Josy: How do you usually get to school? Aleda: I usually ride my bike. Which form of transport do you prefer to use? Josy: I feel that I can see more when I pedal a bicycle, but when I feel lazy, I drive my car. Aleda: I think we should discourage people from using their private cars. They produce too much pollution! J...
Josy and Aleda talk about their way of transportation. Aleda rides a bicycle and persuades Josy to give up driving a car. Aleda thinks bikes are good for the environment and can make people exercise. Josy agrees and decides to sell the car.
train_8943
Violet: Hi, my name is Violet. Come with me, and I'll help you wash your hair. Eva: My hair is kind of dry and brittle. . . Violet: I'll pick a shampoo that's just right for your hair type. Sit right here, and rest your neck on the side of the sink. Is the water too hot? Eva: No, it's just perfect. Violet: Let me know ...
Violet helps Eva wash Eva's hair. Violet picks the right shampoo and the proper water temperature. Eva feels great.
train_8944
Sonnnie: So, where can I start my work? Winna: Well, your job is to compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to accounts. You're also responsible for preparing profit and loss statements and monthly closing and cost accounting reports. Sonnnie: And I represent? Winna: Our company just concluded a bu...
Winna tells Sonnnie Sonnnie's job is to compile and analyze financial information and document for a business transaction.
train_8945
Eric: Millions of amateur investors like you, have to rely on a dizzying array of financial newspapers, magazines and commentators to get investment information. Blythe: Yes. It's sometimes scary if you think of the tremendous amount of media we face every day. Eric: It's like information overload, not to mention the r...
Eric and Blythe talk about financial information. Eric thinks The Wall Street Journal does the best job of checking facts while Blythe likes reading Fortune. Eric thinks a broadcast company usually does more but Blythe also mentions its hazards.
train_8946
Kacey: Mom, is there anything in the fridge I can eat before dinner? Mom: There's some leftover pizza from last night. Kacey: Anything else? Mom: Um, I think there may be some leftover lasagna from the other day. Kacey: Do I have any other choices? Mom: There might be some birthday cake left in the freezer. Kacey: Is e...
Kacey asks Kacey's mom for something to eat but is unwilling to eat the leftovers.
train_8947
Jodie: What do you mean his grandmothers are already dead? Wait a minute, you don't think he's avoiding me, do you? Jaimie: Well you know, claiming that your grandmother is sick is the classic excuse used to get out of doing something. Jodie: Oh man, I hate rejection. It really makes you feel terrible, especially when ...
Jodie is upset due to the rejection of a boy. Jaimie comforts her.
train_8948
Andri: The band is pretty good. How do you like the music? Solly: It's very nice. I haven't heard live music in a while. This is fun. Andri: Well, then, may I invite you for the next dance? Solly: Of course. But I'm afraid I'm not much of a dancer. . . Andri: Don't worry. I'm not much of a dancer myself. Solly: You're ...
Andri invites Solly to dance, then they talk about dancing. They compliment each other's dance moves. Solly loves the waltz, while Andri's favorite is tango. They'll have a drink together.
train_8949
Claudine: I don't know. I think you might be over the hill. Bart: Well, if not gymnastics, then mountain biking. Claudine: Mountain biking is an Olympic sport? Bart: Since 1996 it has been. And I bet I'd be pretty good at it. I ride my mountain bike to work almost every day.
Bart tells Claudine mountain biking is an Olympic sport and Bart is good at it.
train_8950
David: David, why didn't you clean the room? Sharleen: I'm not in the mood. David: Why are you feeling depressed? Sharleen: I was told my girlfriend was speaking ill of me. That's a real let-down. David: I don't think she will do such a thing. Sharleen: But she did and made me disappointed. David: Oh, cheer up. A girlf...
David is depressed because his girlfriend spoke ill of him. David cheers him up, but David can't forget it.
train_8951
Miss Sherman: I'm Miss Sherman. What seems to be the problem? Edee: Well, apparently I'Ve run up quite a bill. I was under the impression that the Junior Executive Holiday Package only cost 250 dollars per night. I'Ve just been informed that it's actually 500 do Miss Sherman: That's true. For the Junior Executive Room....
Edee's bill is much higher than expected and insists Edee wasn't informed of the price. Edee demands a new bill that reflects the advertised rate and Miss Sherman promises to arrange.
train_8952
Shawn: Do you have any idea why I pulled you over today? Rod: I'm not sure. Shawn: One of your brake lights is out. Rod: Really? I'm sorry. I did not know that. Shawn: I'm going to give you a ticket. Rod: Why can't you just let me off with a warning? Shawn: It's just a ticket. Rod: How much is the fine? Shawn: The judg...
Shawn pulls Rod over and gives Rod a ticket because Rod's brake light is out. Rod is reluctant but accepts.
train_8953
Norean: Is that the latest issue of Reader you're reading? Jeniffer: Yes, it is. It has some really good articles in it. Norean: I know. I have been a subscriber for the past two years. Jeniffer: I didn't know that. How much does it cost to subscribe? Norean: I'm not exactly sure, but it's not that expensive at all. Je...
Norean and Jeniffer talk about Reader. Both of them enjoy reading it while their family members don't.
train_8954
Emmanuel: Good morning, may I help you? Toinette: Hello, I want to remit one thousand Yuan to Magnolia Company. Emmanuel: Please fill out this form, please. Toinette: OK. . . Do I put on Magnolia Company for the receiver? Emmanuel: Yes. You must put on its name and full address. Toinette: OK, I see. Here you are. Is th...
Toinette wants to remit one thousand Yuan to Magnolia Company. Emmanuel helps Toinette fill out the form and tells Toinette it'll arrive within a week.
train_8955
Zachariah: My mother bought me a new video game. Jesselyn: What's it like? Zachariah: Well, the hero is a Super Warrior. He has to fight the bad guys to find the treasure. Jesselyn: Who are the bad guys? Zachariah: There are a lot! Two really bad ones are Giant Monster and Human Spider. Jesselyn: Wow! Where's the treas...
Zachariah tells Jesselyn about Zachariah's new video game. Jesselyn is interested, so Zachariah invites Jesselyn to try the game.
train_8956
Jen: Well, the way you drive, Jen. . . I still don't think that's a good idea. Kimberley: I really love this music. It's a compilation. Jen: I know. It's a mix of all the latest songs. Kimberley: And you got them off the Net? Jen: No. I recorded these from your Cds. Kimberley: Well, thanks for asking for my permission....
Jen tells Jen Jen recorded the songs from Jen's CDs, and then Jen asks Jen to give her the recorder.
train_8957
Joy: What are you doing? Anitra: Look at me. I look so old! I look as if I were thirty. Joy: Come on! Stop being so vain. You look great! You are beautiful! Anitra: Yes, I am, but I think it's time for some plastic surgery I'm tired of these wrinkles and sagging skin. See? Joy: I don't see any wrinkles or sagging skin!...
Anitra tells Joy she feels unsatisfied with her appearance and wants some plastic surgery. Joy disagrees with Anitra and persuades her into giving up the idea.
train_8958
Vaughn: Hello sir, welcome to Pistolera restaurant. May I take your order? Benson: Yes, I would like the chicken cheese enchiladas with a side of guacamole. Vaughn: I'm sorry sir, but we ran out of chicken. May I suggest our delicious beef burritos or cheese quesadillas? Both include a side of guacamole and jalapenos. ...
Benson orders the burrito, nachos, and a Corona at a restaurant with Vaughn's assistance.
train_8959
Bill Smith: I want to check out today. My plane leaves at 3 p. m. Alvin: Which room are you staying in now, sir? Bill Smith: I am in Room 205. My name is Bill Smith. When shall I check out? Alvin: Usually if you are leaving today, you'd better check out before 12 noon, and leave the room. If you check out after 12 noon...
Bill Smith comes to check out. Alvin tells Bill he can stay in the room, but he should still check out before noon. Bill is grateful and pays for his bill.
train_8960
Lancelot: I want a refund! Woochang: Yes, miss. What was the problem with your purchase? Lancelot: These pajamas don't fit right. They're too long. Woochang: Would you like to have them altered? Or would you like a different size? Lancelot: No. I want my money back. Woochang: I'm sorry, but this was on sale, so I can o...
Lancelot wants a refund because the pajamas don't fit right. But Woochang gives her store credit because the pajamas were on sale.
train_8961
Anabelle: Did you call me, sir? Lars: Yeah. If you are available now, let me describe your work duties, OK? Anabelle: What am I expected to do? Lars: As a newcomer, you are going to be responsible for some basic tasks first, including certain routine duties like answering the telephone and typing. Later, you will be as...
Lars tells Anabelle Anabelle should do some basic tasks first and get familiar with the products. Anabelle will get to work at once.
train_8962
Virgina: Let's see. I had the salmon starter which was $ 5. 90 and my Pizza was $ 8. 25. Marice: I had the soup and bruschetta which all together is $ 4. 50 and my trout for the main course was $ 12. Virgina: So that's $ 14. 15 for me and $ 16. 50 for you. Marice: Yes and shall we go fifty-fifty for the wine? Vir...
Virgina and Marice discuss how much they each should pay for the meal and how much to tip the waiter.
train_8963
Susan: Excuse me, Mr. Rodriguez? Could I speak with you for a moment? Mr. Rodriguez: I can't just now, Susan. Could we get together this afternoon? What's it about? Susan: Well, I'd like to talk about my new contract with you, if that's all right. Mr. Rodriguez: Oh, that's right. Is that time of the year, huh? That's f...
Susan wants to talk with Mr. Rodriguez, but he isn't available now. They will meet this afternoon.
train_8964
Janene: I need to get to PCC, but I don't know which bus to catch. Alexei: Where exactly are you coming from? Janene: I'm coming from Fair Oaks and Las Flores Drive in Altadena. Alexei: Do you have a problem walking a little bit? Janene: I don't mind walking. Alexei: If you walk down Fair Oaks to Altadena Drive, you ca...
Janene asks Alexei about which bus to catch to get to PCC. Alexei gives directions.
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Matteo: You say he was around average height. Steffi: Yeah, that's right, around five nine five ten. Matteo: Weight? Steffi: I'm not sure. Medium, I suppose. Maybe a little on the heavy side. Matteo: Any karks on his face? Steffi: No, I don't think so. Matteo: Glasses? Steffi: No. Matteo: what about his hair? Steffi: B...
Matteo asks Steffi about a man's appearance. Steffi says the man is around average height and a little heavy with straight hair, which isn't helpful to Matteo. Then Steffi describes his clothes, and Matteo thinks it's useful.
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John-Patrick: We still have one more day to go before we return home. What will we see tomorrow? Britney: no idea. We've enjoyed both the natural scenery and the city sights. What else is there to see? John-Patrick: what about a factory tour? Britney: you mean visit a factory? John-Patrick: yes. I heard there's a lager...
John-Patrick and Britney discuss where to visit before returning home. John-Patrick suggests a factory tour and tells Britney factory tours are usually free because factory tours are good for companies and visitors. They decide to go.
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Neda: Hi, Lily. Would you like to go to the cinema with me tonight? Lily: Sorry, I can't. Neda: Oh, you don't look very well. What's wrong? Lily: My boss told me not to go to work again. Neda: Why? Lily: I don't know. I was very sad and surprised when I heard that. Neda: Did you often get to work late? Lily: Yes, I did...
Lily is upset because she got fired. Lily was often late and didn't work hard. Lily thinks it's unfair, but Neda asks her to find a new job and work hard.
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Carol: How are you,John? John: I'm OK. And you, Carol? Carol: Oh, busy. I've been working on those book reports for ages. John: Me too. Have you finished reading the books? Carol: I haven't, and I'm so worried. What about you? John: I already have, but writing is going so slowly. I feel like I'll have to read all the b...
Carol and John are busy with the book reports and plan to Europe to relax.
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Oralia: How come David is always so full of energy? David: He has a strange but highly effective way of sleeping. Oralia: What is that? David: He takes a short sleep for an hour every six hours and has a total of four hours of sleep each day. Oralia: Where did he get that strange idea? David: He read flora a book which...
David tells Oralia that David is full of energy because he takes several short sleep every day, but they don't think David's way fits them.
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Drew: Here's your bill, sir. Quinlan: Oh, thank you. Let's have a look at it now. Goodness, it's a lot more than I expected. Drew: Would you like me to explain anything, sir? Quinlan: Just a moment. Yes, what's this charge for $ 21.50 marked 'J'? Drew: 'J' is a charge for a long distance telephone call, sir. Did you ma...
Quinlan's bill is more than expected. Quinlan asks Drew to explain the items.
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Kelly: Welcome to Beijing, Mary. This time you will see the New Beijing. Mary: Thank you indeed. Kelly: Is everything settled? Mary: Almost. Kelly: What else can I do for you? Mary: I suppose I should look for a bigger house. But I don't see how I can afford one right now. Kelly: If only you hadn't spent so much money ...
Mary comes back to Beijing and wants to look for a bigger house. Kelly suggests her share with Kelly's house, and Mary thinks the rent is much cheaper.
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Andri: So Martin, what sports do you play? Martin: I play football, volleyball, tennis, and table tennis but volleyball is my favorite game as it's team game and you can play it with your friends, and enjoy it as a team. Andri: Is it quite a fast game as well? Martin: Yeah. It is a fast game and that's another reason w...
Andri asks Martin about sports. Martin tells Andri volleyball is his favorite game. Martin plays volleyball at local sports centers, and he also plays beach volleyball. Martin says he's done quite well in the tournaments.
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Eve Markowski: Excuse me, i am a new student here. Could you tell me where the English Department is? Mike Sullivan: It is in that brand new, tall building over there. On the 9th floor. Eve Markowski: Where is the school cafeteria? Mike Sullivan: It is the basement of that red building in front of the tower with big...
Eve Markowski asks Mike Sullivan about the location of different places in the school. Then they introduce themselves to each other. Mike tells Eve he's running for President of the Student Government, and Eve encourages him.
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Garfinkel: What would you like to drink? Tea or coffee? Leigh: Coffee, please. Garfinkel: So, you also like Coffee? Leigh: Yes, of course. I can't go through a day without coffce in the morning. Garfinkel: Me too, but I think we shouldn't drink too much of it, as it's not very healthy. Leigh: I totally disagree. T...
Both Garfinkel and Leigh like coffee. Garfinkel thinks too much coffee is unhealthy while Leigh disagrees because Leigh thinks coffee wakes Leigh up. Garfinkel suggests some alternatives, and Leigh agrees to try.
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Jocelin: Have you ever run into a person who tries to bleed you white? Mark: I am always on the look out for such girls. Jocelin: I hear that some guys splash all their money about on them. Mark: Mark is one of them. He has trouble with a girl who turned out to be a dead beat.
Jocelin and Mark talk about the person who tries to bleed one white.
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Marielle: I'm not a Christian. I just want to know why Americans believe that sort of thing. John: Believe what? Marielle: You know... like, say God is the creator of the universe, the Bible, and Jesus Christ. . . John: You don't believe that? Everyone interprets the Bible in a different way. To some people, the Gos...
Marielle's not Christian and wants to know why people believe in God. John shares his opinion on religions with Marielle.
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Reid: Mom, you know that Andrea and I sometimes worry about you. Mom: Really? Why would you worry about me? I'm just fine. Reid: You're almost 70 years old, Mom! Don't you think it would be better for you if you moved in with us? Mom: No way! I like my apartment, and I like to be independent. Reid: Do you ever get ...
Reid wants Reid's mom to live with Reid, but she refuses and says she doesn't feel lonely.
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Bill: Hi, Bill. Are you going to the commencement? Lesya: Yes. Do you want to go with me? Bill: OK. (Several minutes later. ) Let's go into the school auditorium. Lesya: Now that take this seat. Do you see those piles of red diplomas on the desks on the stage? Bill: Yes. I find my heart is now rising and falling li...
Bill and Bill express their feelings about graduation before the commencement starts. They both feel excited and sigh how time flies.
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Emlynn: Is that a new computer? Michell: Yeah, my grandpa gave it to me as a graduation gift. Isn't it nice? Emlynn: It is. I can't believe it's so thin. What kind of computer is it? Michell: It's an Apple Macbook Air. It's very lightweight, and has a bunch of built in apps. I couldn't be happier with it. Emlynn: Do th...
Emlynn and Michell talk about Michell's new computer. Both of them think it's nice. Michell has used it to edit the resume in a cafe. Emlynn thinks the cafe is crowded, but Michell likes it.
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Darrick: What's going on around here? Why is everyone changing offices? Neddy: Haven't you heard? Where have you been any way? Darrick: I just got back from visiting the factory in Chicago. Neddy: Well, there are a lot of changes being made here this week. Darrick: Yes, I see. But what are they? Neddy: For one thing, E...
Neddy tells Darrick about the personnel changes in the company during Darrick's visit to Chicago. Darrick wants to work in California while Neddy prefers staying in Washington.
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Jimbo: What do you want to do on our first day of vacation? If you're still feeling the time difference, we can sleep in. That way, we can go to bed as late as possible tonight. Simona: Sleeping in won't make the time difference any better. I say we go do as much as we can today and go to sleep early tonight. Jimbo: So...
Jimbo and Simona talk about the plan for the first day of vacation. They decide to rent bikes and explore the area.
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Sonia: May I speak to you, Mister Hall? Mister Hall: Sure, Sonia. What is the problem? Sonia: I have to attend my photography class today. Can I leave at 4:30? Mister Hall: Is it important? Sonia: Yes, it is. I have to be there on time. Mister Hall: You have a lot of letters to type today. They must be finished by 11:3...
Sonia requests to leave early today. Mister Hall agrees but demands her to make sure to finish her work on time.
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Natalee: Do you still have 4 flats with 3 bedrooms Mr. white? Hans-Peter: No madam, we only have one now, it's on the top floor. Shall we go and see it? Natalee: Well, I don't like climbing many stairs when there is a power cut. Hans-Peter: How many people are there in your family? Natalee: Four, my husband and our two...
Natalee wants to see a flat with 4 bedrooms but it's on the top floor. Mr. White suggests one with 2 bedrooms on the second floor. Natalee agrees.
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Mister Johnson: I'd like to check out, here's my key card. Gabriele: Thank you, Mister Johnson and here's your bill. Mister Johnson: Many thanks. Wow! I sure spent a lot of money in this hotel. Gabriele: I hope your stay was pleasant. Mister Johnson: Uh yeah, this could be a great hotel if you got rid of all the insect...
Johnson checks out with Gabriele's assistance and tells Gabriele the shortcomings of their hotel, such as the insects and the food. Gabriele apologizes and offers compensation.
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Stirling: Tom, today is already July fifth. You are leaving for London in 5 days. Have you booked a flight ticket? Tom: Yes, I did that this morning. Stirling: Will you go to the airport by bus or by taxi? Tom: Jim will go to the airport that morning to give me a lift.
Tom tells Stirling he already booked the flight, and Jim will take him to the airport.
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Easton: Which school club do you want to join this year? Melony: I haven't decided yet. I was in the basketball team last year, and I want to try something different this year. Easton: You played basketball a lot last year, are you interested in another sport? I'm not sure, what about you? Which club do you prefer? Mel...
Easton and Melony talk about joining school clubs this year. Easton suggests Melony join the music club and Melony thinks it's great. Easton may join the cooking club.
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Mr. Robbins: Are you doing anything right now, Diana? Diana: I am typing a report for the moment, Mr. Robbins. Anything I need to do? Mr. Robbins: Will you please cut it for a while and come in here to take a letter? Diana: Is it urgent? Mr. Robbins: Yes, this letter can't go into the mail any later than 5. It's about ...
Mr. Robbins asks Diana to stop typing the report and take an urgent letter. Diana asks Mr. Robbins if she can interrupt and asks about the format of the letter. Mr. Robbins also wants Diana to rearrange cards after this.
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Josiah: I've been looking for a swimming pool, but I haven't found one yet. Emanuela: We have no pool, sir, but we do have swim stations in our gym. Josiah: Swim stations? Could you be a little more explicit? Emanuela: You know how you run on a treadmill but don't go anywhere? Well, it's the same thing. Josiah: Gee, th...
Emanuela tells Josiah they have no pool but they have free swim stations for guests, and explains what it is. Josiah wants to have a try.
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Stanley: I'm about to run out of business cards. I need some new ones. Ed: We can print as many as you like. Just tell me how many. Stanley: Two thousand should get me through the year. Ed: Here's a form to get you started. Stanley: My old card is perfect, so all I want you to do is copy it exactly. Ed: I think you'll ...
Stanley asks Ed to print 2000 new business cards the same as the old ones. Ed asks Stanley to pay an extra for a three-day turnaround.
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Brooke: I would like to purchase some meat. Ivonne: What kind of meat would you like to get today? Brooke: First off, I'm going to need a pound of ground beef. Ivonne: A pound of ground beef is $ 2.48. Brooke: That's perfect. Ivonne: What else will you be needing? Brooke: I'm also going to need three pounds of chicken ...
Brooke buys a pound of ground beef and three pounds of chicken breasts from Ivonne.
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Joletta: I have just received your note which informs me that you have offered the accountant position to another candidate. May I ask why I was defeated? Llewellyn: We have thought of you carefully with discretion, but the other candidate has more experiences. Joletta: Experience is important, but don't you think capa...
Llewellyn tells Joletta that Joletta was defeated because Joletta is less experienced. They agree on a trial to prove Joletta's capability.
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Nestor: What kind of work do you want to do when you finish university? Rutherford: I want to work in the banking industry. I'Ve always been interesting in working for an international invest bank. I'd like to help people invest their money. Nestor: That's a job that pays well. If you're lucky, you might have opportuni...
Rutherford has applied to several banks. Nestor wants to work in marketing. Rutherford suggests that Nestor can apply to banks as well. Nestor thinks it's a good idea.
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Ianthe: Did you ever get a parking ticket? Norm: No, have you? Ianthe: Yeah, I just got one the other day. Norm: How'd you get a ticket? Ianthe: The ticket was for parking in the red zone. Norm: Oh, it's something that you deserve a ticket. I don't understand why you would do that. Ianthe: There was nowhere to park, an...
Ianthe explains to Norm how Ianthe got a ticket for parking in the red zone outside Ianthe's apartment
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Ev: How may I help you? Louie: I need to return these books. Ev: Give them here. Louie: Here they are. Ev: It appears these books are two weeks late. Louie: I forgot they were due. Ev: You do realize you are going to have to pay late fees, right? Louie: How much is the late fee? Ev: The late fee is 25 cents a day. Loui...
Ev asks Louie to pay late fees for the late books, which Louie thinks is expensive
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Nichols: Here are the plans for the new finished goods warehouse. Do you have any thoughts or comments? Rutledge: I think the plans look good. There's just one thing though, I'm a bit concerned about the main lorry entrance. What's the height clearance? Nichols: Let me check. It's 3. 80 m. Rutledge: Are you sure that's...
Rutledge worries about the height of the warehouse's main lorry entrance. Nichols will increase its height.
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Brandi: Kathy! How are you? It's been ages! What are you doing these days? Kathy: I just opened my own restaurant. I'm also head chef. Brandi: You're kidding! You've always hated cooking! Kathy: Well, I used to hate cooking, but now I love it. Brandi: When did you change your mind? Kathy: After I tried French food. Bef...
Kathy tells Brandi she just opened her own restaurant. She explains why she loves cooking now and how she studied to be a chef.
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Maddy: Wasn't that a great flick? I was on the edge of my seat through the whole movie. Guthrie: I would say it was a typical run-of-the-mill Hollywood thriller. Maddy: Well, I'm no movie expert, but those special effects were impressive by any standards. Guthrie: Special effects? Baloney! That movie was made on a shoe...
Maddy thinks it's a great flick and was impressed by the special effects of the movie. Guthrie disagrees and recommends the original story.
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Jerry: I really admire you, Diana. Diana: Why, Jerry? Your words just came out of the blue. Jerry: You are always happy and able to achieve high scores at school. Diana: I work very hard and that's it, you know, practice makes perfect. Jerry: Isn't there anything else? Diana: I have no idea. Jerry: You must have a high...
Jerry admires Diana because he thinks she has a high IQ and always gets high scores. Diana encourages him to study harder. They are going to the library together.
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Midge: That new Sony camcorder you've got is just beautiful. Giorgio: Yeah. It is the very latest in digital video cameras. Midge: I can see digital video products are quickly going mainstream with their plunging price. Giorgio: Getting cheaper is not the only reason for their popularity. They come with a lot of inviti...
Giorgio introduces the inviting functions of the new Sony camcorder to Midge. The new camcorder offers clearer and sharper images and can be connected with digital equipment. Some even offer editing software. Midge thinks it's great.
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Nils: This is my house. Let me show you around it. Linoel: How beautiful the detached house is! Nils: Follow me to the back-yard. Linoel: It's marvelous! The lawn looks like a green carpet, and the garden with so many lovely flowers. Nils: We had the grass cut and the flowers trimmed this morning. Linoel: No wonder it ...
Nils shows Linoel around Nils's house. Nils speaks highly of it.