Phrase of the Week

Well, it’s about time you went to sleep. It’s half past eleven and you’ve got school tomorrow.

A: The conference venue looks nice, but it’s in the middle of nowhere. There won’t be anything to do.
B: Maybe. But it’ll be good for focusing the participants on the problem.

I really don’t get what is so difficult about assembling a child’s bed. Look at the instructions, it’s crystal clear!

A: When we go on holiday, we always ask our neighbours to keep an eye on the house.
B: Yes that’s one of the advantages of living in a city I suppose.

A: I cannot ask Mary for help, that’s not an option.
B: Why? She’s never said no when we needed her.
A: She has a lot on her plate already being unemployed and having a sick kid.

A: I’ve been working hard. I think my boss is happy with my progress.
B: Good.  Keep it up.

A: Where’s the document?
B: I don’t know offhand. Have you checked his desk?

A: He said he couldn’t come to school because he was helping the police catch a killer.
B: That’s a likely story. He’s probably just in bed sleeping.

A: This is a really busy week!
B: Yes, roll on Friday evening. Then we can relax.

A: Do you think we’ll win the match on Sunday?
B: Some hope! Our team’s been playing rubbish.