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The English We Speak: In a tizzy

Sep 29, 2026 · 2m

Summary

In this episode of English We Speak, hosts Feifei and Georgie explain the expression "in a tizzy," which describes a state of panic or confusion over minor issues. They share personal anecdotes about missing trains or losing keys to illustrate the phrase and compare it to similar terms like "flustered." The segment concludes with a brief news teaser from the Global Story podcast regarding a counter-terror probe at an English airbase.

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Sponsor: Whole Foods Market fall flavors Sponsor: BKFC bare knuckle fighting cruise Sponsor: BKFC cruise details and booking BBC Learning English newsletter and show intro Introduction of hosts and the expression 'in a tizzy' Defining 'in a tizzy' and personal usage Examples of getting in a tizzy Similar expressions and recap Sponsor: Global Story podcast on counter-terror arrests
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