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Episode: Do men need to wear ties anymore? (Close call)
Description: Today's story: Neckties were adopted in France in the 1600s as a symbol of power and respect. For many, they were a required part of business dress during the boom in white-collar work in the 20th century, but men are increasingly leaving the tie at home, even if they wear suits. So, is the necktie dead?Learn this English expression: A 'close call' is when something bad almost happens--but doesn'tFull lesson: https://plainenglish.com/711 --Plain English helps you improve your English:Learn about the world and improve your...