American English With Brent

In this super long English lesson using the news, you will learn over 100 English phrasal verbs, idioms, and advanced vocabulary you can use to prepare for the IELTS or TOEFL exam or to use in your next English conversation. 💙 OVER 100 BONUS ENGLISH LESSONS? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/join 📰 Get 15% off GROUND NEWS https://check.ground.news/AmericanEnglishBrent 📽️ Want to record lessons like this? I livestream with STREAMYARD: https://streamyard.com/pal/c/6287572368359424 🇹🇷 🇸🇪 👨🏼‍🦱 Want a Hair Transplant? Check out https://cabhealth.com/ Get 10% off a hair transplant Code Brent10

The president of France, Emmanuel Macron, suggested that there should be an arms embargo on weapons heading to Israel if they are going to be used in the Gaza Strip. Of course, Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, doesn't agree. In this English lesson, you will learn about the advanced English phrasal verbs and English vocabulary you will need to express yourself better in English or if you want to take the IELTS of TEOFL exam. 💙 WANT BONUS ENGLISH? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/join 📰 Get 15% off GROUND NEWS https://check.ground.news/AmericanEnglishBrent 📽️ Want to record lessons like this? I livestream with STREAMYARD: https://streamyard.com/pal/c/6287572368359424 🇹🇷 🇸🇪 👨🏼‍🦱 Want a Hair Transplant? Check out https://cabhealth.com/ Get 10% off a hair transplant Code Brent10 1. Hit out • : To strongly criticize someone. • : The prime minister hit out at the French president for saying that arms sales to Israel should stop. 2. Lash • : A whip is a long, thin tool used to hit things. • : Netanyahu compared France’s decision to lash Israel with unfair treatment. 3. Eyelash • : The small hairs that grow on the edge of your eyelids. • : The man blinked, and his long eyelashes touched his cheek. 4. Arms • : Weapons, especially guns used in war. • : Macron said that France should stop sending arms to Israel for use in Gaza. 5. Shame on them • : A phrase used to express strong disapproval or disappointment. • : Netanyahu said, “Shame on them” when talking about countries that support an arms embargo on Israel. 6. Imposing an arms embargo • : Creating a rule that stops the selling or giving of weapons to a country. • : Macron talked about imposing an arms embargo on Israel to stop weapons from reaching Gaza. 7. Houthis • : A group involved in fighting in Yemen. • : Netanyahu asked if countries like France were stopping Iran from sending weapons to the Houthis. 8. Proxies • : Groups or people that fight or act on behalf of another country. • : Netanyahu said that Iran uses groups like Hamas and Hezbollah as proxies to fight Israel. 9. Axis • : A group of countries or organizations working together. • : Netanyahu called Iran and its allies an axis of terror. 10. Axis of terror • : A group of countries or groups that work together in acts of terrorism. • : Netanyahu said Iran, Hezbollah, and Hamas are part of an axis of terror. 11. Axis of Evil • : A term used to describe countries or groups that are seen as a major threat. • : Netanyahu could refer to Iran and its allies as the axis of evil. 12. Axis powers • : The countries (Germany, Italy, Japan) that fought together in World War II. • : The Axis powers were enemies of the Allies during World War II. 13. Stressed • : To say something is important. • : Netanyahu stressed that Israel will fight until the battle is won. 14. Summit • : A meeting of important people from different countries. • : Macron spoke about the conflict during a summit of French-speaking nations. 15. Solidarity • : Support or agreement with someone’s situation or feelings. • : Macron expressed France’s solidarity with the families of victims in Israel. 16. Sympathy • : Feeling sorry for someone’s pain or trouble. • : Macron showed sympathy for the families who lost loved ones in the conflict. 17. Halted • : Stopped or paused. • : Macron said arms shipments to Israel should be halted to help end the war. 18. Shattered • : Broken into many pieces or destroyed. • : The ongoing war has shattered Gaza, leaving many buildings destroyed. 19. Enclave • : A small area that is different from the larger area around it. :Where civilians are trapped :Where an army might be stronger • : Gaza is an enclave surrounded by Israeli territory. 20. Consistent • : Always the same or following the same rules. • : Macron said that calling for peace and sending weapons is not consistent. 21. Provider • : A person or country that gives something, like supplies or services. • : France is not a major provider of weapons to Israel. 22. Annual • : Happening once every year. • : France sent Israel $33 million in military equipment last year, according to an annual report. 23. Unanimous • : When everyone agrees on something. • : The unanimous statement from the summit supported peace in Lebanon.

Hurricane Milton is expected to slam Florida in the next couple hours. In this English lesson, we will watch a news clip and talk about all the difficult vocabulary that might give English learners some trouble. 💙 WANT BONUS ENGLISH? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/join 📰 Get 15% off GROUND NEWS https://check.ground.news/AmericanEnglishBrent 📽️ Want to record lessons like this? I livestream with STREAMYARD: https://streamyard.com/pal/c/6287572368359424 🇹🇷 🇸🇪 👨🏼‍🦱 Want a Hair Transplant? Check out https://cabhealth.com/ Get 10% off a hair transplant Code Brent10 1. Tracking – Following the path of something. • Experts are tracking Hurricane Milton as it moves toward Tampa Bay. 2. Downgraded – To reduce the strength or importance of something. • Hurricane Milton was downgraded from Category 5 to 4 as it reached Fort Myers. 3. Weakened – Made less strong. • The storm weakened slightly before hitting Tampa Bay, but it remains dangerous. 4. Weekend – The end of the week (Saturday and Sunday). • Hurricane Milton is expected to hit over the weekend, causing major disruptions. 5. Destructive – Causing great damage. • Milton is a destructive storm, leaving widespread damage in Fort Myers. 6. Downplay – To make something seem less important. • Officials warn residents not to downplay the severity of Hurricane Milton. 7. Storm surge – A rise in sea level caused by a hurricane. • A dangerous storm surge is expected along the Gulf Coast as Milton approaches. 8. A wide swath – A large area. • Hurricane Milton could impact a wide swath of Florida, including Tampa Bay. 9. Barreling towards – Moving quickly and forcefully. • The storm is barreling towards Fort Myers, expected to hit by midnight. 10. Make landfall – When a storm reaches land. • Milton will make landfall near Tampa Bay with high winds and flooding. 11. Eye of the storm – The calm center of a hurricane. • The eye of the storm passed over Fort Myers, offering a brief moment of calm. 12. Once in a century storm – A storm that happens very rarely. • Meteorologists are calling Milton a once in a century storm due to its strength. 13. Mandatory evacuation – A forced order for people to leave an area. • A mandatory evacuation was issued for Tampa Bay ahead of Milton’s arrival. 14. Shuttered – To close something, often for protection. • Shops in Tampa Bay shuttered their windows in preparation for the storm. 15. Shuttered – To shake or tremble in fear. • Residents shuttered in fear as the winds of Milton intensified. 16. Flee – To run away from danger. • Thousands of people fled Fort Myers to escape the coming storm. 17. Petrified – Extremely scared. • Many residents were petrified as Hurricane Milton approached the Gulf Coast. 18. Suspended commercial travel – Stopped travel for safety reasons. • Airports in Tampa Bay suspended commercial travel as the storm grew stronger. 19. Widespread destruction – Damage over a large area. • Milton caused widespread destruction along the Gulf Coast, leaving many homes damaged. 20. Gulf Coast – The coastline along the Gulf of Mexico. • The Gulf Coast is preparing for Hurricane Milton’s arrival, especially near Tampa Bay. 21. A huge rush – A large number of people doing something quickly. • There was a huge rush to buy supplies before Milton hit Fort Myers. 22. Escorting – Accompanying someone or something for protection. • Police were escorting evacuees out of the storm zone to safer areas.

Some very sad news out of the Southeastern United States in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. An elderly couple was killed when a tree fell onto their house and a mother and her newborn twins were also killed during the storm. This English lesson will help you if you're preparing for the IELTS or TOEFL or just if you want to have better English conversations. 💙 WANT BONUS ENGLISH? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/join 📰 Get 15% off GROUND NEWS https://check.ground.news/AmericanEnglishBrent 📽️ Want to record lessons like this? I livestream with STREAMYARD: https://streamyard.com/pal/c/6287572368359424 🇹🇷 🇸🇪 👨🏼‍🦱 Want a Hair Transplant? Check out https://cabhealth.com/ Get 10% off a hair transplant Code Brent10 1. Hope : Believing that good things will happen. : John Savage had hope that his grandparents were safe before the tree fell. 2. Fading : Slowly disappearing. : Their hope was fading after they saw the tree crash into the house. 3. Ongoing : Still happening, not finished. : The search for survivors is ongoing after the hurricane. 4. Survivors : People who stay alive after something dangerous. : There are many survivors from the hurricane, but some people did not make it. 5. Climb : To go up something. : Rescuers had to climb over fallen trees to reach the house. 6. Grim : Very serious or sad. : The news about the storm victims was grim. 7. Indeed : Really, truly. : It was indeed a very dangerous storm that caused many deaths. 8. Confirmed : Said to be true for sure. : It was confirmed that 200 people died because of the hurricane. 9. Aftermath : The time after something bad happens. : In the aftermath of the storm, many homes were destroyed. 10. Newborn : A baby that has just been born. : The family was relieved to find the newborn baby safe after the hurricane. 11. Twins : Two babies born at the same time. : There were twins in one of the families affected by the storm. 12. Tragically similar situation unfolding : Another very sad thing happening in the same way. : In a tragically similar situation unfolding nearby, another family lost their home to a fallen tree. 13. Elderly : Very old people, in a nicer way. : The elderly couple, Marcia and Jerry, died when the tree fell on their house. 14. Heroism : Brave actions to help others. : The firefighters showed heroism by saving people during the storm. 15. Rolled over : to turn your body from one side to the other. : Jerry rolled over to protect his wife when he heard the tree snap. 16. Remote : A device used to control the TV from far away. : We always lose the remote control in my house. 17. Remote area : A place far away from towns or cities. : They lived in a remote area where help took a long time to arrive. 18. Ravaged : Destroyed badly. : The hurricane ravaged their town, leaving many homes destroyed. 19. Stepping in : Helping when someone needs it. : Neighbors are stepping in to help families affected by the storm. 20. Pitch in : Helping with small tasks. : Everyone in the community pitched in to clean up the damage. 21. Distributing : Giving out things to people. : Volunteers are distributing food and water to people who lost their homes. 22. Pockets : Small spaces in your pants to hold things. : John had the house keys in his pockets when the tree fell. 23. Pockets of people : Small groups of people in different places. : There are pockets of people in remote areas who still need help after the storm.

💙 WANT BONUS ENGLISH? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/join 📰 Get 15% off GROUND NEWS https://check.ground.news/AmericanEnglishBrent 📽️ Want to record lessons like this? I livestream with STREAMYARD: https://streamyard.com/pal/c/6287572368359424 🇹🇷 🇸🇪 👨🏼‍🦱 Want a Hair Transplant? Check out https://cabhealth.com/ Get 10% off a hair transplant Code Brent10 8 Ways Pull Out is Used in English  1. To remove something or someone from a place    He pulled out the book from his backpack.    The doctor pulled out the splinter from her finger.  2. To withdraw or retreat from a situation    The company pulled out of the deal at the last minute.    The soldiers were ordered to pull out of the combat zone.  3. To drive a vehicle onto a road from a side position    She pulled out of the driveway and headed to work.    Make sure it's safe before you pull out onto the highway.  4. To leave a place, usually a station, referring to vehicles    The train pulled out of the station at 5 p.m.    The bus pulled out just as we arrived at the stop.  5. To back out of an agreement or arrangement    He pulled out of the project because of financial, money, issues.    The sponsor pulled out at the last moment, leaving them without funding.  6. To withdraw support or involvement    The country decided to pull out of the peace talks.    Several investors pulled out of the negotiations due to the risks involved.  7. To extract or obtain something (sometimes unexpectedly)    She pulled out a win in the final minutes of the game.    He pulled out some extra cash for the emergency.  8. To avoid or prevent a pregnancy (informal, often referring to a specific method of contraception)    They decided to rely on the pull-out method, though it's not always reliable.

In this English lesson, we explore the mounting tensions between Iran and Israel following the October 2024 bombing in Tel Aviv. We discuss key events, including the killing of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah and Israel’s strong retaliatory actions. Learn important English vocabulary and phrasal verbs you might see on the IELTS or TOEFL, related to the conflict, such as ‘retaliatory cycle,’ ‘severe,’ and ‘demand attention,’ to help English language learners better understand the political and military dynamics between these two nations. 💙 WANT BONUS ENGLISH? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/join 📰 Get 15% off GROUND NEWS https://check.ground.news/AmericanEnglishBrent 📽️ Want to record lessons like this? I livestream with STREAMYARD: https://streamyard.com/pal/c/6287572368359424 🇹🇷 🇸🇪 👨🏼‍🦱 Want a Hair Transplant? Check out https://cabhealth.com/ Get 10% off a hair transplant Code Brent10 Iran and Israel 1. Mounting tension : Increasing stress or strain between two groups or countries. : The mounting tension between Iran and Israel escalated after the bombing in October 2024. 2. Been on edge : Feeling nervous or anxious. : People in Tel Aviv have been on edge since the bombing, worried about more attacks. 3. Hezbollah : A militant group and political party based in Lebanon, often involved in conflicts with Israel. : Hezbollah’s leader, Hassan Nasrallah, was killed in a strike by Israel, ramping up the conflict. 4. Hassan Nasrallah : The leader of Hezbollah, a group involved in fighting against Israel. : After Israel killed Hassan Nasrallah, Iran vowed to retaliate. 5. Triggered : Caused something to happen suddenly. : The heavy rains triggered flooding in Asheville, North Carolina. 6. Trigger : Part of a gun : He pulled the trigger on his shotgun and killed the bear. 7. Iran/Israel Relations : The political and military dealings between Iran and Israel, often hostile. : Iran/Israel relations have been very tense, especially after the recent bombing. 8. Tel Aviv : The second-largest city in Israel, often targeted in conflicts. : The bombing in October 2024 heavily damaged parts of Tel Aviv. 9. Arguably : Possibly true, but open to debate. : Hassan Nasrallah was arguably the most powerful leader within Hezbollah. 10. Benjamin Netanyahu : The Prime Minister of Israel, known for his strong position on defense. : After the bombing, Benjamin Netanyahu declared that “Iran will pay” for the attack. 11. “Iran will pay” : A statement that means that Iran will face tough times for its actions. : After the airstrike, Netanyahu warned Iran with the phrase, “Iran will pay.” 12. Severe : Very serious or harsh. : The damage to Tel Aviv was severe after the bombing, with many buildings destroyed. 13. Ferocious : Extremely intense or violent. : The ferocious response from Israel led to a lot of damage in Hezbollah’s bases. 14. Pouring in : Coming in large amounts or quickly. : After the bombing, international aid started pouring in to help the people of Tel Aviv. 15. Mossad : Israel’s national intelligence agency, known for its secret operations. : Mossad was reportedly involved in the operation that killed Hassan Nasrallah. 16. Knock out : To make something not work or destroy something completely. : Israel’s airstrikes knocked out several key military targets in Iran. 17. Made it through : Survived or was able to get past something difficult. : Despite the heavy bombing, many civilians in Tel Aviv made it through the attack without being hurt.

JD Vance and Tim Walz debated last night. Together, we will watch a news clip packed with use English that you can use if studying for the ITELS or TOEFL exams or if you just want to have an English conversation about American politics. 💙 WANT BONUS ENGLISH? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/join 📰 Get 15% off GROUND NEWS https://check.ground.news/AmericanEnglishBrent 📽️ Want to record lessons like this? I livestream with STREAMYARD: https://streamyard.com/pal/c/6287572368359424 🇹🇷 🇸🇪 👨🏼‍🦱 Want a Hair Transplant? Check out https://cabhealth.com/ Get 10% off a hair transplant Code Brent10 JD Vance and Tim Walz Debate 1. Turn to : To focus on or start discussing a new topic. : During the debate, JD Vance turned to immigration issues, shifting the focus away from the economy. 2. High stakes : A situation where there is a lot to gain or lose. : The debate had high stakes because both JD Vance and Tim Walz wanted to win over undecided voters. 3. Midwest nice : A stereotype that people from the Midwest are polite and friendly, sometimes too much. : Tim Walz tried to stay “Midwest nice” during the debate, even when JD Vance criticized his policies. 4. Frequently : Happening often or regularly. : Throughout the debate, Tim Walz frequently mentioned his support for healthcare reforms. I frequently have mango juice with my breakfast. 5. Civil debate : A respectful discussion where people do not insult or shout at each other. : Despite their differences, JD Vance and Tim Walz managed to have a civil debate without yelling. 6. Profound : Very deep or important. : JD Vance made a profound statement about the future of the country at the end of the debate. He had a profound thought while watching the movie. 7. Stop the bleeding : To take action to prevent a bad situation from getting worse. : Tim Walz said we need to stop the bleeding by fixing the economy before more jobs are lost. 8. Reimplement : To start using something again that was used before. : JD Vance promised to reimplement stricter border policies if elected. 9. Deportations : Forcing someone to leave a country because they are not legally allowed to stay. : JD Vance said there should be more deportations for people who enter the U.S. illegally. 10. Fishtank : A glass container where fish are kept. : Tim Walz joked that he doesn’t want the economy to feel like a fish tank where no one can escape. 11. Tank : A large, heavily armed military vehicle. : JD Vance compared the government’s power to a tank, saying it needs to be controlled. 12. Tanked : Failed or performed very poorly. : Some analysts felt that Tim Walz tanked in the debate when he couldn’t answer a question on taxes. 13. Demonize : To make someone or something seem evil. : JD Vance accused Tim Walz of trying to demonize his ideas on immigration. 14. Pivoting : Changing direction in a conversation to focus on something else. : During a tough question, Tim Walz was good at pivoting the conversation back to healthcare. 15. Haitian : A person from Haiti. : Tim Walz talked about Haitian immigrants and how the U.S. should support them. 16. Fact checking : Checking to make sure statements are true or false. : After the debate, news stations were busy fact-checking claims made by JD Vance and Tim Walz. 17. Muted mics : When microphones are turned off so no one can speak. : The moderators used muted mics to make sure JD Vance and Tim Walz didn’t interrupt each other. 18. Trading barbs : Exchanging sharp or hurtful comments. : JD Vance and Tim Walz were trading barbs during the debate about the handling of the COVID pandemic. 19. Atrocious : Extremely bad or unpleasant. : JD Vance called the current state of the economy atrocious and blamed Tim Walz for it. 20. Domestic policy : Government decisions about things happening inside the country. : The debate covered domestic policy topics like education, healthcare, and the economy. 21. Weigh in : To give an opinion on a discussion or debate. : Tim Walz weighed in on the immigration discussion, calling for more humane policies. 22. Spiraling : Getting worse and out of control. : JD Vance said the national debt was spiraling and needed urgent attention. 23. Sharply disagree : To strongly disagree with someone. : JD Vance and Tim Walz sharply disagreed on how to handle immigration reform.

Sadly, the lovely town of Asheville, North Carolina was hit hard by Hurricane Helene. In this English lesson, you will learn to improve your English. ☑️ Check out this lesson with  @SpeakEnglishWithVanessa  https://youtu.be/ZYCZ-fD44E0?si=pGvbxDIdUCwDbL6g 💙 WANT BONUS ENGLISH? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/join 📰 Get 15% off GROUND NEWS https://check.ground.news/AmericanEnglishBrent 📽️ Want to record lessons like this? I livestream with STREAMYARD: https://streamyard.com/pal/c/6287572368359424 🇹🇷 🇸🇪 👨🏼‍🦱 Want a Hair Transplant? Check out https://cabhealth.com/ Get 10% off a hair transplant Code Brent10 Hurricane Helene 1. Desperate – When someone really needs help or is in a bad situation. - Many people were desperate for food after Hurricane Helene hit Asheville. 2. Unaccounted for – When someone is missing and no one knows where they are. - Several people are still unaccounted for after the hurricane passed through the town. 3. Death toll – The number of people who died because of something bad. - The death toll from Hurricane Helene in North Carolina is still rising as rescue teams continue their search. 4. Communities – Groups of people living in the same area. - Many communities in the path of Hurricane Helene were flooded. 5. Scarce – When something is hard to find. - After the hurricane, clean water became scarce in the affected areas. 6. In short supply – When there is not enough of something. - In Asheville, food and clean drinking water was in short supply after the storm. 7. Going through – Looking for something. - Rescue teams are going through the debris to find survivors. 8. Debris – Pieces of broken things that are left after a disaster. - The streets were filled with debris after Hurricane Helene passed through. 9. An open fire – A fire that is burning without any covering. - Some people were cooking on an open fire after their homes were damaged. 10. Torrential – Very strong and heavy, usually about rain. - Torrential rain from Hurricane Helene flooded many homes. 11. Landslide – When dirt and rocks fall down a hill. - The heavy rain caused a landslide in the mountains near Asheville. 12. In its wake – What is left behind after something has passed. - The hurricane left destruction in its wake. 13. Scrambling – Moving quickly and in a hurry because of panic. - People were scrambling to leave their homes when the floodwaters started rising. 14. Search and rescue – Teams that look for people who are in danger and try to save them. - Search and rescue teams are working day and night to find survivors. 15. Search and recovery – Teams that look for people who have died. - After a few days, search and recovery teams began finding victims in the debris. 16. Collision – When two things crash into each other. The verb is collide. - There was a collision with two houses in the river during the storm. 17. Horrific – Something very bad and shocking. - The horrific damage from the hurricane shocked everyone in the community. 18. Flash flood – A sudden flood that happens quickly after a lot of rain. - A flash flood swept through parts of Asheville after the torrential rain. 19. Rubble – Broken pieces of buildings or structures. - People were searching through the rubble to find their belongings. 20. Vowing – Promising strongly to do something. - The mayor is vowing to rebuild the town after the hurricane. 21. Barreled through – Moved through quickly and with great force. - Hurricane Helene barreled through the mountains, leaving destruction behind. 22. Ramp up – To increase or get stronger. - The rescue efforts ramped up as more people were found missing. 23. Commodities – Basic goods like food, water, or fuel. - After the hurricane, commodities like water and gas were hard to find. 24. MREs – Meals Ready to Eat, usually given during emergencies. - The National Guard distributed MREs to people who couldn’t cook after the storm. John’s wife is unaccounted for right now, unfortunately. 25. Took out (destroy) – To destroy something completely. - The hurricane took out several bridges, cutting off access to the town. 26. Crawled around – To move on hands and knees slowly. - Rescue workers crawled around the rubble looking for survivors. 27. National Guard – A group that helps during emergencies like storms or floods. - The National Guard arrived to help with the rescue efforts after the hurricane. 28. FEMA – The Federal Emergency Management Agency, which helps people in the U.S. during big emergencies. - FEMA sent aid to the areas hardest hit by the hurricane.

Former President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy delve into the nuances of international diplomacy. They discuss the ongoing war in Ukraine, sharing insights on critical English vocabulary tied to geopolitics. The conversation also tackles language barriers, highlighting the complexities of different English accents. Themes of heroism, political tensions, and the importance of cooperation for peace come to the forefront, enriching listeners' understanding of essential phrases and the dynamic nature of global leadership.

Take a stroll through the vibrant streets of Istanbul, where history and culture collide! Discover the meaning behind phrases like 'cautiously optimistic' and 'pick-me-up.' Learn about the city's unique ferry system and local markets, where haggling is an art. Delight in the flavors of street food like Sime and enjoy the surprises of vending machines. This conversational journey immerses you in the sights and sounds of Turkey's bustling capital.