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Phrases:
are we really in such a rush that we can’t wait like, 10 minutes for
a study in the journal Psychological Science shows
drive-through dinner has become a way of life
Granted, sometimes we
But psychologists got to wondering
In a series of experiments, the scientists showed
fast-food chains
they also expressed a preference for time-saving products
they tended to opt for immediate rewards
So if you want to ease the pace, forget meditation.
New words:
gratification - the state of feeling pleasure when sth goes well for you or when your desires are satisfied; sth that gives you pleasure
Example: instant gratification
scoff - skɒf - scoff (at sb/sth) to talk about sb/sth in a way that makes it clear that you think they are stupid or ridiculous
Example: He scoffed at our amateurish attempts.
drive-through - a restaurant, bank, etc. where you can be served without having to get out of your car
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