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Do you often use headphones?
Yes, practically every day, to be honest. I usually pop them on during my morning commute on the train because it helps me block out the background chatter and listen to podcasts in peace.
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2
What type of headphones do you prefer to use?
I definitely prefer wireless earbuds over bulky, over-ear ones. They are just so much more convenient to slip into my pocket, especially when I am out for a jog around the local park.
3
In what situations do you usually wear headphones?
Mostly when I am studying in the library or exercising. It helps me stay focused on whatever I am doing. Sometimes, I even wear them while doing household chores like washing up just to make the time pass quicker.
4
Did you use headphones much when you were younger?
Not really, no. Back then, I only had a cheap pair with tangled wires that I rarely used. Most of the time, my brother and I just played music out loud on an old stereo in our bedroom.
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Do you think you will buy a new pair of headphones in the future?
I reckon I will eventually, probably once my current ones give up on me. I would love to invest in a pair with better noise-cancelling features so I can work properly in noisy cafés.
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pop them on
quickly put an item on
block out
stop a sound from being heard
background chatter
continuous indistinct talking around you
wireless earbuds
small cordless earphones fitted inside the ear
bulky
large and awkward to carry or wear
give up on me
stop functioning or break down
noise-cancelling
designed to filter out ambient sound
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