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to thaw
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to thaw

– B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –

In most Canadians regions, March is the month of melting snow and ice. It is when the white city landscape turns to…

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to play a song
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to play a song

– A2 (beginner) –

In North American English, this phrase means…

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Song: “If I Could Turn Back Time”
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Song: “If I Could Turn Back Time”

– B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –

“If I Could Turn Back Time” by American pop vocalist Cher is a soft rock power ballad that has…

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to come in handy
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to come in handy

– C1 (advanced) –

In North American English, this idiom typically means…

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to jam out
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to jam out

– C1 (advanced) –

In North American English, this phrasal verb typically means…

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Profile: British Columbia

— C1-C2 (advanced) —

Beautiful British Columbia: the slogan of the Canadian province does not speak far from the truth; beauty is everywhere there. From its breathtaking landscapes to its oceanic city skylines, B.C. is…

to get some fresh air

— B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) —

This idiom can be useful for relaxation, in emotional situations, situations that require making a decision, or even when smoking. Learn what this idiom means and how to use it...

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 adopt words from various languages, including Indigenous ones…

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