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Today, let’s look at a really natural phrase you’ll hear in everyday English - “to this day.” We use to this day to mean until now, usually when something began in the past and is still true today. To this day often shows strong feelings - surprise, wonder, and even admiration.

• Like, I first saw Casablanca when I was in my twenties, and to this day, it’s still my favorite movie.”
• Our relationship ended over 25 years ago, but to this day, I don’t know why she broke up with me.

You’ll hear the phrase to this day a lot in stories, interviews, and even documentaries, because it connects the past and present in a simple, powerful way. So try using to this day in your English conversations this week. 

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