PE 8/18 Two Very Different Vacations

Hey Jenny! How was your epic surfing vacation in Bali?

* epic: memorable; extreme

ex> It was an epic sunrise over the Pacific Ocean.

Note> An epic is a long poem, typically one derived from ancient oral tradition, narrating the deeds and adventures of heroic or legendary figures or the history of a nation.

That’s so cool. On the off chance you’re in the movie, let me get your autograph now.

* on the off chance: although it is unlikely

ex> On the off chance you see Carl, can you please tell him to call me?

My mates and I made our way over to the Southern Alps and skied our butts off for a week, then we went north to Auckland and partied for a while.

* make one’s way: to go somewhere

ex> The three hikers made their way over Corona Pass and into Copper Canyon.

I think that’s a bit far-fetched. But if it does come to pass, you’ll be a bit too long in the tooth to do any of it, unless, of course, it’s virtual reality.

* far-fetched: unlikely

ex> His story seemed so far-fetched that it must have been true.

All I’m hoping for is Christmas vacation to get here so I can go scuba diving in Australia. Or if worst comes to worst, I’ll just take a Caribbean cruise.

* if worst comes to worst…: should there be no other choice…

ex> If worst comes to worst, you’ll need to buy a new plane ticket.

<Practice Makes Perfect>

1. That was the most epic motorcycle stunt ever.

2. On the off chance I win the lottery, I’ll buy you a new car.

3. I made my way to Tibet and met the Dalai Lama.

4. The idea of UFOs is pretty far-fetched.

5. If worst comes to worst, I’ll borrow money from my parents.