Desperate Times How to Use this Phrase When Things Are Tough - All Ears English Podcast 1811

The video explores the phrase 'Desperate times call for desperate measures', discussing its meaning and usage in various contexts, from serious situations like economic crises to personal scenarios like cooking mishaps. The hosts provide examples and role plays to illustrate the phrase's versatility and introduce an informal variation, 'You gotta do what you gotta do'.

What does the phrase 'Desperate times call for desperate measures' generally mean?

• Finding easy solutions to problems

• Avoiding difficult situations

• Ignoring problems until they go away

• Taking extreme actions in tough situations

During the global health crisis, what was one example of a desperate measure people took?

• Stocking up on toilet paper

• Buying new clothes

• Traveling more frequently

• Eating out at restaurants

How can the phrase 'Desperate times call for desperate measures' be applied to the housing market?

• By renting instead of buying

• By refusing to buy a house

• By selling a house at a loss

• By paying more than anticipated for a house

What is the 'cry it out' method in the context of parenting?

• Letting a baby cry to help them sleep

• Ignoring a baby's cries

• Playing music to soothe a baby

• Feeding a baby when they cry

In what context might someone use the phrase 'Desperate times call for desperate measures' humorously?

• When winning a cooking competition

• When ordering pizza after a cooking disaster

• When planning a gourmet meal

• When dining at a fancy restaurant

What is a key characteristic of the phrase 'Desperate times call for desperate measures'?

• Its versatility in different contexts

• Its limited use in formal settings

• Its origin in modern slang

• Its exclusive use in business

What does the informal expression 'You gotta do what you gotta do' imply?

• Ignoring problems

• Finding shortcuts

• Avoiding responsibilities

• Accepting necessary actions in difficult situations

How might someone use 'You gotta do what you gotta do' in a travel context?

• When taking multiple layovers to reach a destination

• When booking a direct flight

• When choosing a luxury hotel

• When canceling a trip

What is a potential downside of using 'You gotta do what you gotta do' in conversation?

• It is rarely understood

• It can seem dismissive of someone's feelings

• It always provides comfort

• It is too formal

What historical context is mentioned in relation to 'desperate times'?

• The digital age

• The Renaissance

• The industrial revolution

• The pioneers moving West in the 1800s