Trump Wants to Bomb Iran. This Country Said, “No!”

In this English lesson, we break down a news report about the disputed death toll in Iran to help you understand advanced media vocabulary. You’ll learn how to read complex headlines and master the terms journalists use to discuss uncertainty.📝 Read the news more easily with this Free News Vocabulary Guide: https://american-english-with-brent.kit.com/bcb3b9f6f2🎮 Vocabulary Game: https://gemini.google.com/share/dee86085d7121. WidespreadDefinition: Happening in many places or affecting many people.Example: The flu was widespread at the school, so many students stayed home sick.2. Rocked (shocked)Definition: To shock or upset people very much.Example: The small town was rocked by the news of the mayor's sudden death.3. AdmitDefinition: To agree that something is true, often when you do not want to.Example: I had to admit that I made a mistake on the math test.4. Stands (stays)Definition: To stay the same; to remain valid.Example: The manager said the job offer stands until Friday, so I have time to decide.5. Iran's Supreme LeaderDefinition: The most powerful political and religious leader in the country of Iran.Example: The news reporter discussed the latest speech given by Iran's Supreme Leader.6. SeditionDefinition: Actions or speech that encourage people to fight against the government.Example: The man was arrested for sedition after telling people to attack the capital city.7. UnequivocallyDefinition: Very clearly; with no doubt at all.Example: The teacher stated unequivocally that cheating is not allowed in her class.8. 40-odd YearsDefinition: About 40 years (maybe a little more or less).Example: They have lived in that same house for 40-odd years.9. DiasporaDefinition: A group of people who live outside their original home country but keep their culture.Example: There is a large Italian diaspora in New York City that celebrates Italian traditions.10. Reza PahlaviDefinition: The son of the former king of Iran and a famous leader against the current government.Example: Many Iranians living abroad listen to speeches by Reza Pahlavi.11. ExiledDefinition: Forced to leave your home country and not allowed to return.Example: The political leader was exiled and had to live in France for ten years.12. ThugsDefinition: Violent criminals or aggressive people.Example: A group of thugs broke the store windows last night.13. Lashing OutDefinition: To suddenly speak or act in an angry way at someone.Example: He was tired and stressed, so he started lashing out at his friends for no reason.14. ClingDefinition: To hold onto something or someone very tightly.Example: The scared child tried to cling to her father’s hand.15. RetreatedDefinition: To move back or go away to be safe.Example: The army retreated when they realized they could not win the battle.16. Regime ChangeDefinition: Replacing a government with a new one.Example: The citizens protested in the streets because they wanted a regime change.17. AssetsDefinition: Things of value that you own, like money, a house, or a car.Example: The bank looked at all his assets before giving him a loan.18. DelayDefinition: A situation where something happens later than planned.Example: There was a two-hour delay at the airport because of the snow.19. RegionalDefinition: Related to a specific area or part of a country.Example: This restaurant serves regional food that you can only find in the south of France.20. Major RoleDefinition: An important part or position in something.Example: She played a major role in organizing the surprise birthday party.