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Ups and Downs

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"Ups and downs" means sometimes things are great, sometimes they're not! Life is like a rollercoaster with happy times and sad times.

EXAMPLES

  • Life is full of ups and downs, but we keep moving forward .

  • We've been through many ups and downs together, but we're still here.

  • Don't let the downs overshadow the ups; appreciate every happy moment!

REAL LIFE

Scenario:

Reflecting on the first year of running your own business.

University illustration

COMMENTS:

  • After 3 months:

    Lots of ups and downs, but worth it!

  • At the 9-month:

    First year had its ups and downs!

  • End of year one:

    What a year! So many ups and downs!

PRACTICE

👉 CHALLENGE: include 'Ups and downs' in your response!

Pretend you're a rookie roller coaster tester - describe your first day on the job!