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Duck Cold! Four French phrases to use when it is freezing outside
We remind you of French expressions to use to describe the drop in temperature
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When and why do we say le moral dans les chaussettes?
We explore this useful expression that describes low spirits
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The origins and meaning of tirer les marrons du feu
As Christmas approaches, we look at a phrase to describe someone who takes advantage of a situation
Major plans for shifting sands
At the surfer’s paradise of Lacanau (Gironde), experts predict that the coastline will retreat 65 metres by 2040 and 165 metres by 2100 due to erosion – and local authorities have identified two possible remedies to protect the town.
The first is the creation of a huge dyke along the seafront, although this would need constant upkeep. The second option, which is splitting local opinion even at early discussion stages, is to remove the 1,200 homes and 100 businesses currently within the danger zone and rebuild them elsewhere in the town.
‘Relocalisation’ on this scale would be a first in the world – there are no laws in place for its implementation or funding.
