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Topic: FOOD AND DRINK

Complete these colloquial expressions.

1

My mum always used to insist we had a ........ meal every day and I think we all felt healthier for it.

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2

My husband has a job on a building site doing heavy manual work and always has a ........ appetite.

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3

I think you worry too much. Most children have a sweet ......... and the occasional bar of chocolate won't hurt them.

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b)
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Now complete the gaps with the missing words.

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A) The quickest way for you to get over your cold is to have a good square and stop eating all those snacks.

B) I'd make sure you make enough food if Sam's coming to dinner. He has a very healthy !

C) Yes, I must admit to having a tooth. I often treat myself to a nice cream cake when I get the chance.

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Make them your own!

1) Do you try to have a square meal every day or do you prefer eating lots of snacks?
2) Do you know someone who has a really healthy appetite?
3) Do you prefer savoury food or have you got a sweet tooth?