Audio Text-As-As-Phrases

Conversation #1

Man: Can I use your bicycle? My car is in the shop.

Woman: Sure, come and get it whenever you want.

Man: Can I use it for a week?

Woman: Of course, use it as long as you like.

Man: Great. As soon as my car is fixed, I'll return it.

Woman: No rush. Like I said, keep it as long as you like. I never use it.


Conversation #2

Man: Boss, can I leave early today? I want to leave because I want to beat the traffic.

Woman: I suppose, as long as your work is done.

Man: It is, unless you have more for me to do.

Woman: As far as I know, that is all we have to do today.

Man: Great, then I can leave now?

Woman: I don't see why not. Have a good weekend.

Man: Thanks, you too.


Conversation #3

Man: This weather is so nice.

Woman: I know. This is as good as it gets.

Man: Wow, will the weather be like this all week?

Woman: As far as I know.

Man: I could stay here all night.

Woman: I could too, as long as there aren't too many bugs.

Man: Actually, there are some at dusk. They come out as soon as the sun starts to set.

Woman: Well, as long as there are not too many, I'm happy.


Conversation #4

Man: This pasta is so good. Can I have some more?

Woman: Yes, have as much as you like.

Man: Thank you. I rarely get home cooked food like this.

Woman: Well, to be honest, I don't invite people over as often as I should.

Man: Well, regardless, I appreciate you having me over.

Woman: Thanks. In the future, I'll try to have you over as much as I can.

Man: Thanks. I'd appreciate that.

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