If you live with cold winters...

If you live with cold winters, don't let a little snow and cold temperatures stop you from an outdoor workout. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer)

Using Apostrophes

Source: www.grammarcheck.net

Idiom "the short & the long of it"

How To Make Small Talk

When words fail you

If you're on Dictionary.com, you love words. So, why is it so hard to put two words together when you’re at a wedding reception, holiday party, or networking event?

Making small talk is not about the size of your vocabulary. Many people get anxious at the thought of talking to strangers or dislike idle chitchat because it feels fake. The good news is that making small talk is a skill that can be learned, and these idioms can be your guide to enjoyable and lighthearted conversation. 

Put on a brave face

Before you even say a word, put on a brave face so you appear more confident or cheerful than you really feel. Pay attention to your body language—smile and uncross your arms.

What’s Eggnog?

What’s in eggnog?

Frothy, creamy eggnog is a festive favorite in England, Canada, and America. This winter drink consists of milk, cream, sugar, whipped egg whites, and egg yolks. There are many versions of the drink, using alcohols like rum, brandy, whiskey, and bourbon. And, it often is flavored with

New Words: Ordinary

Talking About Very Cold Weather

It’s been really cold here in NYC like around minus 10 degrees and really windy. When I was listening to the weather forecast this morning, the newscaster said it was bone chilling cold. Bone chilling cold! That phrase not only made me realize how cold it is outside, but it gave me the idea that we have a lot of vocabulary related to the cold weather. So, for today’s English lesson, let’s check out 13 words and phrase that you can use to talk about very cold weather.