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Show: “Building the Band”
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Show: “Building the Band”

– B2-C2 (intermediate to advanced) –

While watching “Building the Band,” there are a variety of English language elements that you can practice and learn…

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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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father vs. dad vs. daddy

— B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) —

A common mistake that many language learners make is using the word, “daddy,” when it is not appropriate. “Daddy” does not mean the exact same thing as “dad” or “father.” It’s meaning changes based on context: your age, the age of the person you’re speaking to…

to lay off

— C1-C2 (advanced) —

A common mistake among learners of the English language is using the incorrect word to refer to why a person no longer has a job. What is the difference between the verbs “to lay off” and “to fire”? Learn this difference here.

5 Indigenous Terms Used In Canadian English, Part I

— C1-C2 (advanced) —

Canada is a multicultural society where, generally, peoples’ differences are openly celebrated. Due in part to this open multiculturalism, Canadian English has evolved over the years to adopt words from various languages, including Indigenous ones. Here is a brief list of…

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