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Song: “Merry Christmas”
– B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –
World-renowned musicians Ed Sheeran and Elton John have come together to...
Song: “Stick Season”
– B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –
“Stick Season” by Noah Kahan is a rhythmic indie/folk song that has...
Show: “Inventing Anna”
– C1 (advanced) –
In 2022, the limited series, “Inventing Anna,” made a splash on the small screen, captivating…
Song: “Daughters”
– B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –
“Daughters” by John Mayer is an acoustic pop ballad. It is not only easy to listen to, but it can also…
Movie: “Barbie”
– C1-C2 (advanced) –
“Barbie” is not only a doll that has inexplicably influenced the realms of fashion, beauty, and toys around the globe, but it was also…
Most Popular Posts
to pass time vs. to spend time
— B1-B2 (intermediate) —
Many learners of the English language use the expression “to pass time.” However, this is often a mistake…
5 Indigenous Terms Used In Canadian English, Part I
— C1-C2 (advanced) —
Canada is a multicultural society where, generally, peoples’ differences are openly celebrated. Due in part to this open multiculturalism, Canadian English has evolved over the years to…
Christmas Day In Canada
— B2-C2 (intermediate to advanced) —
Christmas Day is a statutory holiday in Canada that takes places every year on December 25th, the day on which…
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