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Practice your reading, listening and writing skills in English while you improve your vocabulary, increase your knowledge about Canadian culture, and find new resources for further language study.

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to grow up
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to grow up

– B1 (intermediate) –

In North American English, this phrasal verb typically means…

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back in the day
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back in the day

– C1 (advanced) –

In Canadian English, this idiom typically means…

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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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hot
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hot

– A2-B1 (beginner to intermediate) –

In North American English, this adjective typically means…

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Show: “The Circle”
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Show: “The Circle”

– B2-C2 (intermediate to advanced) –

While watching “The Circle,” there are a variety of English language elements that you can learn from and practice, including…

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