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Business English Conversation 11: Delayed Flight



1. to be somewhere on time: to arrive at or before the scheduled time
  • I'm stuck in traffic, so I won't be there on time.
  • I will be there on time. Don't worry.
2. to have no choice: to have no other options about what to do
  • We need to file for bankruptcy. We have no choice.
  • My wife got a good job in New York, so I have to move with her. I have no choice.
3. to catch a flight: to get on a flight
  • I have to catch a flight at 9 am tomorrow.
  • Are you late? Will you be able to catch your flight?

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