Coach: I agree. That kind of emotional release feels good at first, but it usually causes more problems.
Tyler: Exactly. It hurts people's feelings and can give you a reputation for not being able to control your emotions.
Coach: But it's still important to express your opinions. You should respect yourself enough not to let people treat you badly.
Tyler: So what do you think I should have done, Coach?
Coach: First of all, you understand he was right, so it would have shown maturity to admit that. Second...
Tyler: You think I should have apologized when Caleb was the one who was...
Coach: Second of all, you could have calmly said that you didn't appreciate his approach.
Tyler: Do you really think he listens when he blows up like that? I don't think talking to him would have done any good.
Coach: It might get him to think twice before doing it again. And if he doesn't, you're still the bigger man, and your teammates will recognize that. All right?
Tyler: Yeah. Thanks, Coach.
Coach: OK. Now hit the showers.
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Teaching Topic: Enumeration 列舉
first, firstly, 口語一點: first of all, first off, first and foremost,
second, secondly
third, thirdly
fourth, fourthly
finally, last but not least, lastly
Grammar Gym
I don't think talking to him would have done any good.
done any good
To do any good= To give a desired effect or result
- Complaining about your problem won't do any good because it certainly won't change the situation.
- Would it do any good if I call some friends to come and help?
Language Lab
emotion n.
a strong human feeling such as love, hate, or anger:
- Helen shows her emotions quite easily.
emotional adj.
relating to your feelings or how you control them:
- Brenda used to get very emotional when she was frustrated.
reputation n.
the opinion that people have about someone or something because of what has happened in the past
- The scandal ruined the mayor's reputation.
reputation for
- The company has a reputation for an excellent working environment.
- The singer has a reputation for forgetting his lyrics.
apologize v.
to tell someone that you are sorry that you have done something wrong:
apologize to
- Edward apologized to his girlfriend for being late.
apology n.
something that you say or write to show that you are sorry for doing something wrong
- Nichloas made his apologies to his teacher for his rudeness.
blow up phrasal verb
to become very angry with someone:
- Pam suddenly blew up at her colleagues for no reason.
blowup n.
an angry argument
- The couple had a huge blowup last night.
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