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SONG: “Here And Now”
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

SONG: “Here And Now”

– B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –

English-language learners can improve their skills in English in many different ways by listening to this song by Aysanabee…

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to have spring fever
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

to have spring fever

– B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –

Idioms are often used to express emotions. Learn what emotion this idiom refers to…

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to spring on
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

to spring on

– C1 (advanced) –

This phrasal verb can be used talking gossip, announcements, surprises, and more. Learn what it means here…

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to pinch someone
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

to pinch someone

– C1 (advanced) –

In Canadian English, this idiom typically means…

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SONG: “Where Is My Husband?”
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

SONG: “Where Is My Husband?”

– B2-C2 (intermediate to advanced) –

Did you know that Raye’s song, “Where Is My Husband?”, is not only hilarious and fun but also educational? See what you can learn…

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