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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 come over
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

to come over

– B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –

In North American English, this phrasal verb typically means…

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Song: “Daughters”
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

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…

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to go over
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

to go over

– B1-B2 (intermediate) –

In North American English, this phrasal verb typically means…

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to finish up
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

to finish up

– B1-B2 (intermediate) –

In North American English, this phrasal verb typically means…

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— C1-C2 (advanced) —

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— B2-C2 (intermediate to advanced) —

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— C1-C2 (advanced) —

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