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| Klay: I’m having a hard time these days. Pete: Why is that? Klay: I am trying to quit smoking, but I am having terrible cravings. I am desperate for a cigarette. Pete: That’s great that you are quitting. Klay: It doesn’t feel great now. Pete: You will be so happy you quit after this tough period has passed. Even though you are desperate for a cigarette now, you have to stay strong. Think about your kids and your health. Klay: You are right. I need to quit for my kids. Pete: If you ever feel like you are going to smoke, come and talk to me first. Klay: Thanks, Pete. You’re a good guy. Pete: No problem. I quit smoking a few years back, so I know how hard it is to quit. | |
Key Vocabulary | |
| 1. to be desperate for: to urgently or extremely want something | |
| • The man was desperate for a cigarette. | |
| • Our business is not doing well. We are desperate for customers. | |
| 2. to have a hard time: to experience difficulty; to go through something that is not easy | |
| • I had a hard time after I got fired, but I am okay now. | |
| • We have so much work these days. We are having a hard time. | |
| 3. a craving: great, eager, or desperate desire; wanting something extremely bad | |
| • The man is trying to quit smoking. He gets cravings for cigarettes throughout the day. | |
| • I have a craving for a hamburger. Do you want to go get one with me? | |
English Conversation Practice Index
