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to grow out of
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to grow out of

– C1 (advanced) –

In North American English, this phrasal verb typically means...

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Thanksgiving In Canada
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Thanksgiving In Canada

– B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –

This Canadian holiday dates back to 1578, when British explorer Sir Martin Frobisher voyaged to...

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Labour Day In Canada
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Labour Day In Canada

– B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –

In modern times this special day is celebrated over the course of three to four days (Friday to Monday) and is treated as...

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Movie: “Inside Out 2”
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Movie: “Inside Out 2”

– B2-C2 (intermediate to advanced) –

Though created primarily for children, this movie equally serves adult audiences, making it an entertaining flick for…

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Easter In Canada

— B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) —

Happy Easter! Three days after Good Friday is a nation-wide holiday in Canada called, Easter Monday. Celebration of this holiday varies, as it often depends on a person’s belief system. Some might spend this day…

to dress in layers

— B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) —

This phrase is commonly used in the fall and winter, sometimes even the spring in Canada. Do you know what it means? Learn how to use it by reading more…

Profile: British Columbia

— C1-C2 (advanced) —

Beautiful British Columbia: the slogan of the Canadian province does not speak far from the truth; beauty is everywhere there. From its breathtaking landscapes to its oceanic city skylines, B.C. is…