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Song: “Santa, Tell Me”
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

Song: “Santa, Tell Me”

– B2-C2 (intermediate to advanced) –

Over the years, “Santa, Tell Me” by Ariana Grande has become a staple in the Christmas carol scene...

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Song: “Stretchy Pants”
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

Song: “Stretchy Pants”

– C1 (advanced) –

“Stretchy Pants” by country music star Carrie Underwood is a comical Christmas carol that speaks on...

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Song: “Earth”
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

Song: “Earth”

—| B2-C2 (upper-intermediate to advanced) |—

In response to the social movement regarding better education and awareness of climate change and global warming, artist Li’l Dicky came together with…

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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…?

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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…

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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…

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