#36 | Searching for the Northern Lights (with Brigitte Lessard)

Into the Story: Learn English with True Stories

Twice in her life has Brigitte felt alone and lost, and both times she decided to search for the northern lights.

Level: upper intermediate

Accent: Canadian (Quebec)

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5 words and expressions in today's story:

- UPROOT: to pull something—especially a tree or plant—out of the ground.

Examples: "The strong winds uprooted the old tree." or "They had to uproot the weeds from the garden."

Metaphorically: to move (someone) from their home or a familiar location.

Examples: "His family was uprooted when they moved to a new city." or "The war uprooted many families from their homes."

- OUTGOING: Friendly and socially confident.

Examples: "She is very outgoing and makes friends easily." or "His outgoing personality makes him popular at parties."

- FIRST NATIONS: Indigenous peoples that are the original inhabitants of the land that is now Canada.

Examples: "First Nations have a rich cultural heritage and history." or "The government works with First Nations to preserve their traditions."

- PITCH-BLACK: Completely dark.

Examples: "The night was pitch-black without any stars." or "The power outage left the house in pitch-black darkness."

- STAY PUT: To not move or go anywhere.

Examples: "She told the dog to stay put while she answered the door." or "During the storm, we decided to stay put at home."

- DIM: Not shining brightly or clearly.

Examples: "The room was lit by a dim lamp." or "The dim light made it hard to read."

Episode Links:

- Find out more about Brigitte at ⁠The Story Warrior⁠

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