🔑 Key Expressions & Idioms with Examples
1. On the way
- Meaning: A location or stop that lies along the route to another destination.
- Use: To show convenience or justify a detour.
- Examples:
- “I can pick up your package—it’s on the way to work.”
- “There’s a gas station on the way to the lake.”
2. Out of the way
- Meaning: Not conveniently located; requires a detour.
- Use: Indicates something is distant or inconvenient to reach.
- Examples:
- “That diner is completely out of the way—I’d have to backtrack 15 minutes.”
- “The hotel is a bit out of the way, but it’s peaceful.”
3. Go out of your way (for someone)
- Meaning: Make a special effort; do something inconvenient to help someone.
- Use: Often used when expressing gratitude or offering reassurance.
- Examples:
- “Thanks for going out of your way to help me move.”
- “You don’t have to go out of your way—I’ll manage.”
4. Remote
- Meaning: Far from populated areas or conveniences.
- Use: Describes locations that are isolated or hard to reach.
- Examples:
- “They moved to a remote cabin in the mountains.”
- “That apartment’s too remote—no public transport nearby.”
5. Nearby
- Meaning: Close in distance; not far away.
- Use: Points out convenience or closeness.
- Examples:
- “There’s a pharmacy nearby if you need anything.”
- “Is there a good restaurant nearby?”
6. En route / On route
- Meaning: Currently on the way to a destination.
- Use: Often used to update someone on your location.
- Examples:
- “I’m en route—should be there in 10 minutes.”
- “Just left, I’m on route now.”
7. In the way / Get out of the way
- Meaning: Physically blocking a path or creating an obstacle.
- Use: Literal or metaphorical blockage.
- Examples:
- “Move your car—it’s in the way.”
- “He stepped aside to get out of the way.”
🎭 Role Play Script from the Episode
Scenario: Michelle is driving to Lindsay’s house and calls her for help with directions.
Michelle: I’m so sorry, Lindsay. I know I’m super out of the way.
Lindsay: It’s totally fine! It’s actually on the way to my physical therapist, so not too bad.
Michelle: Most people say it’s a bit remote.
Lindsay: It’s not really nearby, but it’s not too far. So, at the corner, turn left, not right.
Michelle: Oh, okay! I’m on route.
🧩 Paragraph Using All Expressions
When I told Jake I needed a ride to a job interview, he didn’t hesitate. He went out of his way to help, even though the office was completely out of the way. I appreciated it, especially since his route was already tight. Thankfully, there was a gas station on the way where we could grab coffee. The company’s office was a bit remote, nestled in an industrial park, and not exactly nearby to anything familiar. As we pulled up, a delivery truck was in the way, so Jake had to ask the driver to get out of the way so I could get out. I texted the recruiter, “I’m en route—just a few minutes away!” What a morning!
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