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What is one upping and why shouldn't you do it?
Today,
you'll learn common ways people one up each other and why you should avoid it to build connection in English.
Hey, Aubrey, how are you?
I'm great.
How are you, Michelle?
I'm good.
Thanks.
I'm so glad to be talking with you today.
And do you have a question for me, Aubrey?
Sure.
I am curious if you know anyone who is a one upper.