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#84- 16 Words for Mental Toughness: World Cup Edition

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What does it take to win when everything is on the line?

In this episode of The Real Life English with Gabby podcast, we’re heading to the World Cup to learn 16 real-life English idioms and phrasal verbs related to pressure, mental toughness, and winning.

In this episode, you’ll learn how English speakers talk about staying calm under pressure, fighting until the end, and performing when it matters most.

You'll learn useful expressions like:

  • sink or swim
  • raise the stakes 
  • lock in
  • rise to the occasion 

And more! 


And remember: these expressions aren't only useful when you're talking about sports. You can use them when talking about work, school, presentations, exams, interviews, business, and personal challenges, too.

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