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garbage can
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garbage can

—| A2-B1 (pre-intermediate to intermediate) |—

In Canadian English, this word typically means…

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Song: “Ordinary Day”
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Song: “Ordinary Day”

—| B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) |—

Great Big Sea is one of the most famous bands to…

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April Fools’ Day In Canada

— B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) —

Every April 1st is a holiday in Canada that is equally observed by both the Anglophone and Francophone regions of the country. Do you know how Canadians celebrate this day…?

to love on

— C1-C2 (advanced) —

Phrasal verbs are often used in English communication, particularly in informal situations. This phrasal verb, “to love on,” is especially common among friends and family in real life, on social media, and in film. Typically, it refers to…

mother vs. mom vs. mommy

— B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) —

A common mistake that many English learners make is confusing the words, “mother,” “mom” and “mommy.” These words refer to the same person, but they do not mean the same thing…