How many oceans are there? And how many continents are there? While at first you might think these are quite simple questions, the answers can depend on where you come from and what you believe! Hopefully, by the end of today’s episode, you’ll know why there are not simple answers to these issues.
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361. What Are Idioms, Euphemisms, and Slang? (And Should You Learn Them?) (English Vocabulary Lesson)
Try the Lingoda Sprint Today! 20 EUR OFF with code 20THINKING or click the link https://try.lingoda.com/ThinkingAugust Have you ever heard someone say, “kick the bucket” or “pass away,” and felt confused? They both have the meaning of “die”… but are used in different contexts. ... Show More
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Que vient-on de découvrir au fond des océans ?
<p>Les scientifiques ont remarqué la présence, au large des côtes de l'Oregon, aux États-Unis, d'un fluide semblant monter du fond des océans. C'est apparemment un liquide chaud, dont la température dépasse de 9°C celle de la mer. Et cette découverte n'a pas été faite n'importe o ... Show More
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Are we using the wrong world map?
The Mercator projection, a map that’s been around for over 450 years and which most people use, distorts size. It stretches land masses farther from the equator. It can make Greenland looks the same size as Africa, when in reality Africa is actually around 14 times bigger. Campai ... Show More
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