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Oct 26
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B2 grammar practice - passive causative

M. A. Bilbrough
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Today's grammar practice for learners of B2 English is about the passive causative e.g. "I had my house painted", and "I got my hair cut". We'll also look at the passive structure, "It is said that..." Here is a help page from my website: https://www.practisingenglish.com/english-grammar/passive-voice.htm Another podcast of mine on the pasive: https://www.p ... Show More
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