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If you suddenly had a whole free month with no work, what new hobby would you try?

B1Hobbies & free timeWhat if

A natural way to answer

If I had a free month, I think I'd take up a musical instrument, maybe the piano. I'd love to finally get the hang of reading music. I might also give it a go with photography.

Key phrases to use

  • take up — to start doing a new hobby or activity regularly“She took up yoga last year and loves it.”
  • get the hang of — to learn how to do something after a bit of practice“It took me a while to get the hang of knitting.”
  • give it a go — to try doing something, especially something new“I've never surfed, but I'd give it a go.”

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