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- (11/21) Don't Miss a Thing With 'Eagle Eyes'
- AUDIO Don't Miss a Thing With 'Eagle Eyes' And now, Words and Their Stories, from VOA Learning English. From above, birds must have a wonderful view of the world below. Flying over everything at such a height gives them a rare ability to see many things. In English, we use the term “bird’s eye view” to describe a view from above as if seen by a bird in flight. It is also described as an “overall view” or “big picture view.” A bald eagle soars over a farm in Sheffield Mills, N.S. on Sunday, Jan. 30, 2005. (AP Photo/Andrew Vaughan) For example, when I start a project, I first like to get a bird’s eye view. I ask myself several important questions: What is the overall goal? Who is the main focus? What resources do I have available to me? Answers to these “big picture” questions can help me understand the scope of the project. Now, let's talk about noticing the smaller details. Some birds, called raptors, are known for their extremely sharp vision. Eagles, hawks, and owls can see their prey from very far away. The Raptor Center is part of the University of Minnesota’s College of Veterinary Medicine. Its website explains why eagles, hawks, and owls see so well: “Raptors have powerful binocular vision, where both their left and right eyes can see and focus on a single object.” Eagles and hawks also have a special bone structure around their eyes that protects them from bright sunlight. Their ability to focus on faraway details in addition to other factors make them extremely effective hunters. In English, the keen vision of eagles and hawks describes a certain type of person. If you have an eagle eye, you have the ability to see or notice distant objects. Also, you observe everything, even very small details which others might miss. On the same note, someone who is hawk-eyed watches and notices everything that happens. These types of people may even perceive things that are not clear to others. Both eagle-eyed and hawk-eyed people are observant or perceptive. A person does not have to have this ability all the time. They might use their keen vision and powers of observation only at certain times, especially times when they need to keep a close watch. For example, during Christmastime, hawk-eyed children might search the sky looking for Santa Claus. These children may not be very observant during the rest of the year, but during Christmastime, they are looking for gifts. Let’s hear these terms used between two friends. A: This is a great party. Thanks for inviting me. B: The more the merrier! This yearly neighborhood party always draws a huge number of people. A: I’d say so! There must be over a hundred people here! Hey, wait a minute. I think I see our old co-worker. Isn’t that Samantha way over there by the food and drinks? B: I don’t know. I can’t see that far. A: It’s her. My eagle eyes don’t miss a thing. I’m going to go say hi and grab the last hamburger while I’m there. Oh, and you should let the hosts know that they’re low on drinks. B: Wow! You’re right. I didn’t realize you were so hawk-eyed. A: Only at parties. I start off with a bird’s eye view and then focus in on the food, drinks, and people I want to see more closely. See you in a few… The term “eagle eye” has been used for hundreds of years. Word experts say it was first used in writing in the mid-1500s. The Oxford English Dictionary website says the “earliest evidence for ‘eagle eye’ is from 1567, in the writing of Thomas Stapleton, a Roman Catholic theologian.” A theologian is an expert in religious thought. And that’s all the time we have for this Words and Their Stories. Until next time, I’m Anna Matteo. ___________________________________________________ Words in This Story view –n. things that can be seen from a certain position or place focus –n. the thing that takes up most of one’s attention : focus –v. to make an image seen by the eyes as sharp as possible notice –v. to see and pay attention to something prey –n. an animal that is being hunted binocular –adj. involving two eyes factor –n. one thing that is involved in a process aimed at producing a result keen –adj. very sharp perceive –v. to understand
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- (11/20) The Importance of Being ‘Dialed In’
- AUDIO The Importance of Being ‘Dialed In’ And now, Words and Their Stories, from VOA Learning English. Technology is always progressing. Today, many modern devices can be controlled by touch or voice. This has led to some traditional electronic controls – such as dials and switches – being replaced with new technologies. Digital displays have also become increasingly common. For example, digital number readouts have long replaced the hands on many clocks. Many other devices also now operate purely with digital tools instead of mechanical systems. But some expressions and idioms used by English speakers still describe older technologies. First, let’s talk about dials. These controls are used for changing settings on a piece of equipment, like a radio or old television. We use the dial to tune in to a specific channel. That’s where the expressions dialed in and tuned in come from. If we are dialed in or tuned in to a radio or television program, we can hear it clearly. There is no noise or static. The same can be said when using these terms in personal conversations. For example, if you are dialed in to a project or problem, you know exactly what needs to be done. You are thinking clearly about it and remain very focused. And when you are tuned in, you understand clearly what is going on around you. “Don’t touch that dial” and “stay tuned” are two ways to tell someone to keep watching or listening to a program. Now, let’s talk about switches. These are built to either be off or on. There are no in-between settings like with a dial. So, when we flip the switch, we make something happen quickly and easily. It can also mean that we suddenly change something. Let’s listen to an example. The restaurant’s change to all organic food happened slowly over time. It wasn’t a matter of flipping a switch. Now, for our last expression to move the needle. Needles on measuring devices like a scale move to show a desired level has been reached. So, when something moves the needle, it causes a noticeable change in something, usually for the good. And that’s all the time we have for this Words and Their Stories. Don't forget to tune in again for another story about American English expressions. Until next time, I’m Anna Matteo. _______________________________________________________ Words in This Story dial – n. a device that may be operated to make electrical connections or to regulate the operation of a machine switch – n. a device for making, breaking, or changing the connections in an electrical circuit replace – v. to take the place of, especially as a substitute digital – adj. of, relating to, or using calculation directly with digits rather than through measurable physical quantities display – n. an electronic device that gives information in visual form tune in – phrasal verb to listen to or view a broadcast of static – n. noise produced in a radio or television receiver by atmospheric or electrical disturbances conversation – n. talking or a talk between two or more people focus – v. to cause to be concentrated flip – v. to move with a small quick motion needle – n. a slender pointer on a dial : a slender bar of magnetized steel that is free to turn (as in a compass) to show the direction of a magnetic field scale – n. a device for weighing
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- (11/19) How to 'Dish Up' Something Good
- AUDIO How to 'Dish Up' Something Good And now, Words and Their Stories, from VOA Learning English. Food is a popular subject with many people around the world. It is fun to talk about our favorite dishes. It is even more fun to share a favorite dish with others. Today we talk about the word “dish.” A dish can be the object on which you serve food. But, a dish can also mean a specially prepared food. Do you have a signature dish? Our signature is how we sign our names. So, a signature dish is a dish we are known for making well. In a way, it identifies us. My signature dish is sweet potato rosemary dinner rolls. I am often asked to make them, especially for holiday parties. In my circle of friends, I am known for this dish. When the rolls are on the table, people know that I made them. A tasty dish is something that makes a table look good and inviting. Sometimes the same can be said about a person. Someone who is good-looking can be called a dish. While this usage might be a bit dated, it is still used. Now, let’s talk about the verb “dish.” “To dish” can mean to talk about private or personal information. It might be gossip. But I can also dish about myself. For example, a friend may ask me to dish about my new job. I could also use a phrasal verb form and say my friend want me to dish out all the interesting details. Now, to dish up something means to put food on a dish for someone to eat. However, it can also mean sharing personal details, our own and others. We can also dish out things, like jokes or even insults. Some people like to tease or insult. They can dish out jokes and insults all day long. But sometimes these same people do not like it if you do the same to them. We have a saying for just such people. We say, “They can dish it out, but they can’t take it.” They are able and willing to share harsh thoughts, criticisms, or insults about others, but they do not think they, themselves, deserve such treatment. And that’s Words and Their Stories. Until next time, I’m Anna Matteo. Anna Matteo wrote this story for VOA Learning English. ______________________________________________________ Words in This Story signature – n. the name of a person written with his or her own hand gossip – n. rumor or report of a personal nature tease – v. to make fun of harsh – adj. excessively critical or negative
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