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PreparationWhat Does Last But Not Least Mean? Usage Guide and Practice Exercises with Answers
Last but not least is an idiom that means “last but not least”. Let's learn how to use this phrase in this article with IDP!
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PreparationDescribe an intelligent person you know - IELTS Speaking Part 2, 3
Join IDP to explore the arguments and sample essays to build an impressive speech on the topic Describe an intelligent person you know in this article!
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PreparationHow to Write an Invitation Letter – IELTS Writing Task 1
Invitation Letter in IELTS Writing Task 1 is a type of task that requires you to write a letter to invite someone to attend an event.
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PreparationDescribe an interesting old person you have met - IELTS Speaking Part 2, 3
Describe an interesting old person you have met is a common topic in IELTS Speaking. Let's find out with IDP!
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PreparationWhat is a Narrative Essay and How to Write One Effectively
Narrative Essay is a type of narrative essay used to tell a story with characters, actions and settings.
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PreparationWhat Are English Idioms? 500 Popular Expressions You Should Know
English idioms are fixed phrases used to express a specific meaning and assess English language ability.
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PreparationWhat Does Take Your Time Mean? How to Distinguish Take Your Time from Take It Easy
Take your time and take it easy are phrases that encourage relaxation. Let's distinguish between take your time and take it easy in this article with IDP!
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PreparationWhat Is a Discursive Essay? How to Write a Discursive Essay for IELTS Writing Task 2
Discursive Essay is an essay type in IELTS Writing Task 2. Let's learn about the structure and how to write this type of essay in this article with IDP.
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PreparationDescribe a person who encouraged you and helped you achieve a goal - IELTS Speaking Part 2, 3
Join IDP to explore the arguments and sample essays to conquer the topic describe a person who encouraged you and helped you achieve a goal in this lesson!
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PreparationHow to Use the Structure This Is the First Time in English
This is the first time is a fixed structure used to describe first-time experiences. Let's learn how to use this structure in this article with IDP!
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