‘Good’ vs ‘Well’
This is one of the simple mistakes that can distinguish English learners from fluent speakers. Generally, ‘good’ is an adjective; it describes a thing (good meal, good worker, or good feeling!). ‘Well’ is usually an adverb; it describes an action (to play well, to sleep well, to feel well!).
HOWEVER, ‘well’ is also an adjective when talking about health!
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264. Why is the UK Banning Some Breeds of Dog?: The Dangerous Dog Debate! (English Vocabulary Lesson) – Thinking in English
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The UK has announced a ban on the American Bully XL dog breed after a spate of violent attacks. What is an American Bully XL? Why are they being banned? What is a dangerous dog? And is banning dangerous dogs the best approach to dealing with this problem? Let’s discuss all this today!
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Vocabulary
Ban (noun) – A formal prohibition or restriction.
Breed (noun) – A group of animals or plants with common characteristics, often created through selective breeding.
Cull (verb) – To selectively remove or eliminate animals from a population.
Temperament (noun) – A person or animal's natural disposition or character.
Imposing (adjective) – Having an impressive or commanding presence.
Amnesty (noun) – An official pardon or forgiveness that allows individuals or groups to be exempt from penalties or legal consequences for past actions or offenses.
Characteristics (noun) – Distinctive qualities, traits, or features that define or distinguish something or someone from others.
Socialization (noun) – The process of learning and adapting to social norms and interactions.
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