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What does "on that note" mean?

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"On that note" is an expression that is used to segue or transition conversation from one topic to another. For example, it might be used when a person wants to move the topic of conversation onto something else or to end the conversation entirely, like how the speaker in this video does here. Ex: On that note, it's bed time for me. Good night, guys. Ex: On that note, I would like to move onto the conclusion of my presentation.

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04/02

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What does the "D'" stand for?
Good question. Here, <D'> is a very contracted form of "did!" When speaking, "do" and did" often sound like this. Ex: D'your parcel arrive? = Did your parcel arrive? Ex: D'you want to come over for dinner tomorrow? = Do you want to come over for dinner tomorrow?

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When can I use “don’t get me wrong”?
You use the phrase "Don't get me wrong" to ensure that the other person will not get the wrong intention or idea of what you previously said or will say. After using this phrase, you can provide more information to ensure that they get your intention. Ex: Don't get me wrong. I love my roommate, but sometimes I just want some private space. Ex: I love him, don't get me wrong, but I feel like he is not the person who is mature enough to get married with.

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What's "piss off" mean?
"Piss off" is a vulgar slang term meaning to annoy or aggravate someone. If you say that something or someone pisses you off, it means that you really don't like it er even hate it. Ex: What he said really pissed me off. It was so rude. Ex: It pisses me off when my wireless earphones keep disconnecting.

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Can I say "show up" instead of "present"? What's the difference between those two?
No, you can't use "show up" instead of "present" in this scenario. "Show up" means to arrive somewhere or to something. If Tom "showed up" at the Oscars, it means that he just attended the Oscars. "Present" in this scenario means to give a speech. Tom gave a speech (presented) at the Oscars. Ex: I don't want to present tonight. I want to show up and listen to the speeches. Ex: He gave a presentation on global warming. Ex: She presented at the Emmy's. Ex: Do you think he will show up?

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It seems this sentence is using “replace A with B”. Then, can I also use “replace someone with someone”?
Yes, you are able to substitute objects or people by using "replace A with B". Ex. A player was injured, so the coach replaced the batter with a substitute player. Ex. I didn't have enough baking ingredients at home, so I replaced eggs with mashed banana.

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