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In the Loop
Size: 6 x 9 in.
Text: 128 pages
Price:
US$1.68
GPS Invoice No:
G0701-E

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Overview
In The Loop is a reference guide that explores the form, meaning, and use of hundreds of American idioms.  Each entry provides a brief definition or synonym, example sentences, and usage notes.  Also included in the book are ready-to-use classroom activities, a list of featured idioms organized by theme, and a complete index.

Format: Downloadable PDF

Materials
  • Introductory Pages | PDF
  • Part 1: Idioms and Definitions | PDF
    • Alphabetized Entries
      A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P R S T U W Y
  • Part 2: Selected Idioms by Category | PDF
  • Part 3: Suggestions for the Teacher | PDF
  • Index | PDF


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