to have a gift exchange
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In Canadian English, this phrase typically means:
to have each person in a group give a present to someone else in the group
EXAMPLES
“Canadians often have gift exchanges during special holidays and events, like Valentine’s Day, Easter, anniversaries, Christmas, and more.”
“Are we having a gift exchange for the office Christmas party this year?”
“Of course! We’re doing a Secret Santa. The price limit is $30. You can email Sarah and she will assign you your person.”
“Okay, great! Thanks.”
When are gift exchanges commonly had in your culture? Are there different types? Practice using this expression by letting me know in the comments below.
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