My brother is having a date with our new neighbor tonight.

我弟弟今晚和新来的邻居有约。

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What's so strange about me having a date?

怎么？我有约会有什么奇怪的？

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It's like having a daily date with someone.

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The result is a bit like having a time-traveling speed-date with Shakespeare and his work, which leaves you wanting more.

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