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You MUST use English idioms to get a 7 on the IELTS Speaking test<\/a> and the IELTS Writing test.<\/a><\/p>\n

If you use these idioms you will get those extra points because the examiner will realize that you have skills beyond the textbooks.<\/p>\n

We have already done episodes on how to use idioms when you talk about happiness<\/a>, art, <\/a>and parties and celebrations.<\/a><\/p>\n

Today you\u2019ll get four idioms on different topics that you can \u201ccopy and paste\u201d into your IELTS exam.<\/p>\n

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Four idioms to use on common Speaking and Writing topics:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Topic 1:  Questions about the home: \u201cTo make yourself at home\u201d<\/p>\n

I like to have my guests make themselves at home.<\/p>\n

Topic 2: Questions about school or studies: \u201cTo hit the books\u201d<\/p>\n

I have really been hitting the books, trying to read some Spanish poetry.<\/p>\n

Topic 3: Questions about food: \u201cTo eat and run\u201d<\/p>\n

My friends eat and run. They jump up and grab a banana and go.<\/p>\n

Topic 4: Travel: \u201cOff the beaten track\u201d<\/p>\n

I like to go off the beaten track and see things that most tourists don\u2019t see.<\/p>\n

Give us your sample sentences in the comments below!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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