Will university campuses be empty this fall? | Learn the English expression ‘holding pattern’

Universities are in a uniquely difficult position preparing for classes after the pandemic. Some institutions have already announced that they will have a virtual fall semester, while others are making plans for socially distanced campuses. Regardless of the class format, all universities are preparing for a tough financial future. Plus, learn what it means to be in a “holding pattern.” Take your English to the next level with Plain English Plus+! Speak with more confidence, learn English vocabulary, and train your ear to listen at full speed. Members get access to a library of over 50 captioned video lessons, episode transcripts with translations, flashcards on Quizlet, a fast version of every new episode, and more! Learn more at PlainEnglish.com/Plus. See a full, free transcript and all episode resources for this episode at: https://plainenglish.com/number/269 Join our e-mail community for free English learning tips, extra vocabulary words, and links to English articles about your favorite Plain English topics. It’s free! Join at PlainEnglish.com/Mail Aprende inglés gratis en línea con nuestro curso. Se habla a una velocidad lenta para que todos entiendan. ¡Aprende ingles con nosotros ahora! | Aprenda Inglês online grátis com o Plain English, a uma velocidade menor, para que todos possam entender. Contact: E-mail [email protected] | WhatsApp +1 312 967 8757 | Facebook PlainEnglishPod | Instagram PlainEnglishPod | Twitter @PlainEnglishPodMentioned in this episode:Black Friday is coming!Make plans to upgrade your English in 2025 with Plain English this Black Friday! We're hard at work on this year's promotion, but you can be the first to know when the promotions are announced! Just visit https://plainenglish.com/black to be notified.