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03 DEV | Dear Friends: First Video Letter
Today’s video will teach you five real English words used by native speakers.

5 Vocabulary Words + Timestamps
Exhilarating [00:09]
Slinging hot takes [00:52]
Two cents [01:04]
Sensical [02:00]
Down to earth [02:52]
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Definitions & Example Sentences
1. Exhilarating
Definition: Causing excitement and a feeling of happiness or elation.
Example sentences:
The exhilarating feeling of skydiving was unmatched by anything she had ever experienced.
He found the roller coaster ride exhilarating, laughing and screaming in delight.
The news of her acceptance into her dream university was exhilarating for both her and her family.
2. Slinging hot takes
Definition: Informally expressing strong, often controversial opinions or observations, typically without much consideration or deep analysis.
Example sentences:
He was known for slinging hot takes on social media, sparking heated debates among his followers.
During the debate, she started slinging hot takes, surprising the audience with her boldness.
The podcast episode was full of the host slinging hot takes on recent films, making it both entertaining and provocative.
3. Two cents
Definition: One's opinion or thoughts on a subject, often when it is unsolicited or considered to be of little value.
Example sentences:
I know you didn't ask, but I'd like to offer my two cents on the matter.
Everyone at the meeting was eager to put in their two cents, making it hard to reach a decision.
He added his two cents during the discussion, although he was not very familiar with the topic.
4. Sensical
Definition: Making sense; logical or reasonable.
Example sentences:
His explanation was the only one that seemed sensical in the context of the problem.
They sought a sensical approach to the challenge, avoiding any unnecessary complications.
It's important that your arguments are sensical if you want to persuade the panel.
5. Down to earth
Definition: Practical, realistic, and straightforward; unpretentious.
Example sentences:
Despite her fame, she remained down to earth, easily relating to everyone she met.
His down-to-earth advice was exactly what I needed to hear during that turbulent phase.
The presentation was down to earth, making complex concepts accessible to all attendees.
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