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UK - freepost

US - business reply mail (no stamp needed)
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30-08-2011, 04:31 PM
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UK - torch

US - flashlight
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30-08-2011, 06:26 PM
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US. Busted.
UK. Broke.
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30-08-2011, 06:47 PM
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UK - pack of cards

US - deck of cards
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UK Windscreen
US Windshield
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30-08-2011, 07:28 PM
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UK - barman

US - bartender
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(Hats)
US. Derby.
UK. Bowler.
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30-08-2011, 08:03 PM
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UK - timber yard

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31-08-2011, 07:22 PM
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I'll admit this is an old one, not heard much outside cowboy circles.
US. Hankering.
UK. Longing.
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US = Yeehaw
UK = Yippee
 
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