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'?

This question relates to:French writing exercise "A day in the countryside"

Freeform Writing Exercise B2

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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.

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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'?

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