Real English.One scene at a time.

“I never frighten little girls into fits.”

Gregg Strikes a Bargain with Lucy · The Ghost and Mrs. Muir 1947 · Ch. 5/18

• Negotiation
• Arguments
• Bargaining

“I could give more for better content.”

Lee Asks to Be Paid in Cash · Can You Ever Forgive Me? 2018 · Ch. 2/14

• Negotiation
• Arguments
• Bargaining

“You're a big man but you're out of shape.”

Tony Films the Happy Mondays Video · 24 Hour Party People 2002 · Ch. 5/10

• Office chat
• Arguments
• Explaining

“For still, we prove much in our vows, but little in our love.”

Viola Argues Women Love as Deeply · Twelfth Night 2012 · Ch. 11/25

• Talking to the boss
• Confessing feelings
• Confessing love

“No, and you can quote me.”

Peggy Questions Stanley · The Mask 1994 · Ch. 4/8

• Office chat
• Investigation
• Saying no

“Hey, no, Pete. Trying is having the intention to fail.”

Tevin Tries to Wet His Beak · I Love You, Man 2009 · Ch. 8/19

• Office chat
• Small talk
• Saying no

“While you're at it, why don't you give me a nice paper cut and pour lemon juice on it?”

Miracle Max and the Mostly Dead · The Princess Bride 1987 · Ch. 10/3

• Asking for help
• Negotiation
• Saying no

“Because this is my time, sir.”

Kurt Tells Vermeil This Is His Time · American Underdog 2021 · Ch. 23/27

• Talking to the boss
• Job interview
• Persuading

“'But tell me the truth, did you do it?'”

Sophie Walks the Tightrope · National Theatre Live: Prima Facie 2022 · Ch. 6/22

• Monologues
• Office chat
• Explaining

“So, best I can tell, young lady, you've just landed yourself a job.”

Truvy Hires Annelle · Steel Magnolias 1989 · Ch. 1/16

• Job interview
• Parents & kids
• Complaining

“You have to give it time. A lot went down.”

Pat Visits His Old School · Silver Linings Playbook 2012 · Ch. 4/23

• Job interview
• Comforting a friend
• Inviting

“My mother had her reasons.”

Enola at Miss Harrison's School · Enola Holmes 2020 · Ch. 9/12

• Speeches
• Talking to the boss
• Warning