Thinking in English 98. Are Video Games Bad For Children?: China’s Video Game Ban Explained (English Vocabulary Lesson)
China recently announced the world’s strictest limitations on children’s ability to play video games. On this episode of Thinking in English, let’s look at what these new restrictions are, investigate why they have been introduced, and examine some of the potential consequences!
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Inspection (n) - the act of looking at something carefully, or an official visit to check that everything is correct and legal
Her job is to carry out health and safety inspections of buildings
To crack down (phrasal v) - to start dealing with bad or illegal behaviour in a more severe way
The library is cracking down on people who don’t return their books
Culmination (n) - the point at which an event or series of events ends, having developed until it reaches this point
Winning first prize in the tournament was the culmination of years of practice and hard work
Excessive (adj) - too much
Excessive exercise can sometimes cause health problems
Monopolistic (adj) - having or trying to have complete control of something, especially an area of business, so that others have no share
The company is accused of monopolistic behaviour
Gore (n) - blood, especially from violence or injury
It’s a good film, but there’s a lot of blood and gore in it
Loophole (n) - a small mistake in an agreement or law that gives someone the chance to avoid having to do something
Billionaires have been using tax loopholes to save money
Unlicensed (adj) - not having a license (a document giving legal permission) for something
Unlicensed software used by businesses costs software developers millions every year!
Detriment (n) - harm or damage
Are you sure that I can follow this diet without detriment to my health?
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