Why is 'jusqu'à leur terrier' better than 'à leur terrier' in '…qui semblaient occupés à transporter de la nourriture jusqu'à leur terrier'?

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Why is 'jusqu'à leur terrier' better than 'à leur terrier' in '…qui semblaient occupés à transporter de la nourriture jusqu'à leur terrier'?

Asked 4 years ago
Chris W.C1 Kwiziq Q&A super contributor Correct answer

The version with jusqu'à emphasizes the destination more. It's a bit like using "up to" or "right to" in English.

Why is 'jusqu'à leur terrier' better than 'à leur terrier' in '…qui semblaient occupés à transporter de la nourriture jusqu'à leur terrier'?

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