
American English With Brent
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May 7, 2025 • 18min
Trump Is Opening America's Most Dangerous Prison: English for IELTS and TOEFL
In this English lesson, we explore a surprising news story—former President Trump wants to reopen Alcatraz! Learn 22 or more key vocabulary words and expressions while diving into the history and mystery of this famous prison island. Perfect for English learners who want to build their vocabulary using real news stories!👨🏫 Do you want to be my student? https://brentspeak.as.me/💙 OVER 100 BONUS ENGLISH LESSONS? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/joinTrump Wants to Reopen America’s Most Dangerous Prison1. Alcatraz: A famous prison on an island near San Francisco.: President Trump said he might reopen Alcatraz to hold the country’s most dangerous criminals.2. Notorious: Famous for something bad.: Alcatraz is notorious for being one of the toughest prisons in history.: Los Angeles is a city that’s notorious for its traffic jams. 3. Escape Proof: Impossible to escape from.: Trump called Alcatraz escape-proof and perfect for dangerous inmates.4. “I’m in”: I agree or want to join.: When Trump announced the Alcatraz plan, his supporters replied, “I’m in!”5. Expand: To make bigger or add more.: Trump said he wants to expand Alcatraz to hold more prisoners.6. Ruthless: Cruel and without kindness.: Trump said only the most ruthless criminals would be sent to Alcatraz.7. Radicalized: Made extreme in beliefs, often political or religious.: He claimed radicalized individuals are too dangerous for regular prisons.8. Due process: Fair treatment under the law.: Critics said reopening Alcatraz could ignore due process for prisoners.9. Brilliant: Very smart or clever.: One supporter called Trump’s idea to reopen Alcatraz brilliant.10. Obviously: Clearly or without a doubt.: “Obviously, putting dangerous criminals on an island keeps others safer,” Trump said.11. Interpretation: The way someone understands or explains something.: Trump’s interpretation of the law allows for reopening closed prisons like Alcatraz.12. Driving up: Increasing (usually numbers or costs).: Some people worry that reopening Alcatraz will drive up prison costs.13. Assessing: Judging or figuring something out.: The government is assessing whether Alcatraz is ready to use again.14. Potential: Possible or likely in the future.: Trump believes Alcatraz has the potential to help fix the prison system.15. Looking ahead: Thinking about the future.: Looking ahead, Trump says America needs stronger prisons like Alcatraz.16. Turn it over: To give control to someone else.: Trump said if he wins and reopens Alcatraz, he’ll turn it over to the Department of Justice.17. Ideally: In the best situation.: Ideally, Alcatraz would be used only for the most dangerous criminals.18. Carry it forward: Continue or move an idea into the future.: Even after Trump leaves office, he wants the next president to carry it forward.19. Successor: The person who comes next in a job.: Trump hopes his successor will support keeping Alcatraz open.20. Comply: To follow rules or laws.: Any new Alcatraz prison must comply with modern safety rules.21. Maintenance: The work needed to keep something in good condition.: Alcatraz will need a lot of maintenance before it can be used again.

May 5, 2025 • 25min
The Best Oceanfront House in Mexico English Lesson 🇲🇽
In this English lesson from Cancun Mexico, you will learn a lot of new terms about household items. And you will hear a conversation with a non-native English speaker, Daniel, who worked really hard to become very proficient in the language.👨🏫 Do you want to be my student? https://brentspeak.as.me/💙 OVER 100 BONUS ENGLISH LESSONS? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/join🇲🇽 Want to Stay At Daniel's Property: WhatsApp: 52 998 170 7278How Daniel and I Became Friends: one night Jamie and I were hanging out near the restaurant part of the condos, and we noticed a dog was there alone. He was tied to a chair and I thought he was scared, so I got down on the ground to try to make him feel better. Daniel saw this on the surveillance camera, and he came out to talk to us. He thanked us for being so kind to his dog. The next morning, Jamie and I were having trouble finding the hotel where our tour bus was going to pick us up. There were three hotels in the area with nearly the same name. Daniel offered to drive us into town to catch the bus. I thought that was incredibly nice of him. And we got to talking and I realized we had a lot in common.

May 2, 2025 • 14min
Advanced English at the Beach 🏖️
Learn 28 essential English words and phrases you can use at the beach! Perfect for English learners who want to sound natural while enjoying the sun, sand, and sea.👨🏫 Want me to be your private tutor? https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/8e554316💙 OVER 100 BONUS ENGLISH LESSONS? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/join1. Beach Objects & GearTowel – a cloth you use to dry your body I lay on my towel in the sand.Swimsuit – clothes you wear for swimming She is wearing a blue swimsuit.Flip-flops – light sandals for the beach I wear flip-flops so my feet don’t get hot.Sunscreen – lotion to protect your skin from the sun Don’t forget your sunscreen!Beach umbrella – a big umbrella for shade We sat under the beach umbrella.Cooler – a box that keeps drinks and food cold We brought a cooler with water and snacks.Bucket and shovel – toys for digging in sand The kids played with a bucket and shovel.2. Nature and SurroundingsWaves – the moving water in the ocean The waves were big today!Tide – when the ocean water moves in or out The tide is coming in.Seashell – a hard object found on the beach I found a pink seashell.Sand – tiny rocks on the beach The sand is hot!Palm tree – a tall tree with big leaves There are many palm trees here.Seagull – a white bird near the ocean A seagull stole my chips!3. ActivitiesSwim – to move in the water Let’s go swim in the ocean.Sunbathe – to lie in the sun to get a tan She likes to sunbathe in the morning.Surf – to ride waves on a board He wants to learn to surf.Snorkel – to swim with a mask and look at fish We went snorkeling near the rocks.Build a sandcastle – make a castle with sand They built a big sandcastle.Relax – to rest and feel calm I just want to relax today.Float – to stay on top of the water The baby can float with help.4. Safety and EnvironmentLifeguard – a person who watches swimmers and helps them The lifeguard blew his whistle.Rip current – a strong current that pulls you out Be careful! There’s a rip current.Jellyfish – a sea animal that can sting Watch out for jellyfish.Sunburn – red, painful skin from too much sun He got a bad sunburn yesterday.Red flag – a warning that the water is dangerous There’s a red flag today. No swimming.5. Useful PhrasesCan I swim here? Ask the lifeguard: Can I swim here?Where is the bathroom? Always a good phrase to know!How much is it? If you’re buying food or renting gear, ask: How much is it?

May 1, 2025 • 13min
Trump Tells Putin STOP 🛑
👨🏫 Want me to be your private tutor? https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/8e554316Vocabulary for the News Story: Trump Tells Putin to Stop the War1. Pop up: To suddenly appear.I can’t attend the meeting today. Something really important popped up.The information popped up on my phone just as I needed it. 2. Criticizing: Saying bad things about someone or something.: Some people are criticizing Trump for the way he spoke to Putin online.3. Bad timing: When something happens at a wrong or awkward time.My computer’s battery crashed during the test–such bad timing. 4. Strikes: Attacks with weapons like missiles or bombs.: As Trump posted his message, Russia continued to launch strikes in Ukraine.5. Stepped off: To leave or move away from something.: After posting, Trump quickly stepped off the plane without answering questions.6. Essentially: Basically; in other words.: Trump was essentially telling Putin to end the war immediately without conditions.7. Head back: To return to a place.: Trump said it was time for soldiers to head back home and stop fighting.8. Aftermath: What happens after a big event, usually something bad.: In the aftermath of Trump’s post, many leaders gave different reactions.9. Confirmed: Officially said something is true.: The White House confirmed that Trump made the post without working with them first.10. Exact: Precise; 100% correct.: It is still unclear what Trump’s exact plan would be for ending the war.11. Unknowns: Things that are not known yet.: There are still many unknowns about how Putin will react to Trump’s message.12. Figure out: To find the answer to something.: World leaders are trying to figure out if Trump’s post will help or hurt the peace process.13. Bullet train: A very fast train.: Some news reporters joked that Trump’s message traveled across the internet like a bullet train.14. Chump town / a chump: A chump is someone who is easily fooled or not respected. “Chump town” means a place full of fools.: Trump warned that if Putin didn’t stop the war, Russia would turn into “chump town” and lose respect around the world.

Apr 28, 2025 • 12min
A New Pope? Advanced English for the IELTS and TOEFL
The new pope is chosen by cardinals in a secret election held in the Sistine Chapel. The Holy See organizes the process to make sure it follows Church rules. Here is a slow English lesson about it. 👨🏫 Want me to be your private tutor? https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/8e5543161. Christianity (noun) – A religion that follows the teachings of Jesus Christ. • : Christianity is one of the biggest religions in the world. There are about 2 billion Christians in the world today. 2. Catholic (noun/adjective) – A person who follows the Roman Catholic Church; related to the Catholic Church. • : Many Catholics go to church every Sunday. 3. Denomination (noun) – A group within a larger religion that has its own beliefs and practices. • : Catholicism is a denomination of Christianity. 4. Argentina (noun) – A country in South America; the birthplace of Pope Francis. • : Pope Francis was born in Argentina in 1936.Vocabulary Words with Simple Definitions and Sentences 1. Pope – The leader of the Catholic Church. • : The pope leads millions of Catholics around the world. 2. Cardinal – A high-ranking official in the Catholic Church who helps choose the new pope. • : The cardinals gather in the Vatican to vote for the next pope. 3. Conclave – A private meeting where cardinals vote for a new pope. • : The conclave takes place in the Sistine Chapel and is kept secret. 4. Vatican – The small country in Rome where the pope lives. • : The Vatican is the center of the Catholic Church. 5. Basilica – A large and important church. • : St. Peter’s Basilica is where people gather to see the new pope. 6. Election – A process of choosing a leader by voting. • : The cardinals hold an election to select the new pope. 7. Mourning – A time of sadness after someone dies. • : After the pope’s death, the Vatican enters a period of mourning. 8. White smoke – A signal that a new pope has been chosen. • : When white smoke appears, people know a new pope has been elected. 9. Black smoke – A signal that no pope has been chosen yet. • : Black smoke means the cardinals need more time to vote. 10. Vote – To choose someone for a position by casting a ballot. • : The cardinals vote several times until they agree on a new pope. 11. Majority – More than half of the votes. • : A candidate must get a two-thirds majority to become pope. 12. Secret Ballot – A way of voting where no one knows who voted for whom. • : The cardinals use a secret ballot to keep the election private. 13. Successor – The person who takes over a position after someone else. • : The new pope is the successor to the previous one. 14. Tradition – A long-established way of doing something. • : The election of a new pope follows an ancient tradition. 15. Papal – Related to the pope or his authority. • : The papal election is an important event for the Catholic Church. 16. Blessing – A religious prayer or good wish. • : The new pope gives his first blessing to the crowd. 17. Sistine Chapel – The building where the pope is elected. • : The cardinals gather in the Sistine Chapel for the conclave. 18. Holy See – The government of the Catholic Church, led by the pope. • : The Holy See organizes the election of a new pope. 19. Announcement – A public statement about something important. • : The Vatican makes an announcement when the new pope is chosen. 20. Habemus Papam – A Latin phrase meaning “We have a pope!” • : The crowd cheers when they hear “Habemus Papam” from the balcony.21. Papal Name – The special name a new pope chooses. • : The new pope took the papal name John Paul II.

Apr 22, 2025 • 11min
Magically Speak More Like An American (Phrasal Verbs and Idioms)
In this fun and fast English lesson, we break down the word “wiz”—a short word with a LOT of meanings! You’ll learn how Americans use “wiz” to talk about someone who’s smart, how it can mean to pee, and even how it’s used in phrasal verbs like “wiz by” when something moves quickly. We’ll also touch on the classic musical The Wiz and explain what a wiz kid is.Perfect for English learners who want to understand real slang, idioms, and native phrases. Whether you’re watching for fun or studying for a test, this lesson has you covered!👨🏫 Want me to be your private tutor? https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/8e554316💙 OVER 100 BONUS ENGLISH LESSONS? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/join🇨🇦 Check out @LearnEnglishwithBobtheCanadian https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZJJTxA36ZPNTJ1WFIByaeA📰 Get 15% off GROUND NEWS https://check.ground.news/AmericanEnglishBrent 🇹🇷 🇸🇪 👨🏼🦱 Want a Hair Transplant? Check out https://cabhealth.com/All the Ways Americans Use “Wiz” (or Whiz)1. Wiz = A Person Who’s Very Good at Something (Informal Noun)A wiz is someone with amazing skills or talent, especially in subjects like math, science, computers, or even cooking.Meaning: expert, genius, proExamples:She’s a wiz at math.My little brother is a video game wiz—he beats every level!2. Wiz Kid / Whiz Kid = A Young GeniusA wiz kid is a child or teenager who is super smart or skilled in a specific area.Examples:That 14-year-old tech wiz kid just built his own app!She’s a real wiz kid when it comes to music.3. Wiz = To Pee (Very Informal Slang, Often “Take a Wiz”)Used in a casual or joking way to mean urinate.Examples:Hang on, I need to take a wiz before we go.He ran behind the tree to wiz real quick.4. Wiz = Short for “Wizard” (Literal or Playful)Can refer to an actual wizard (in fantasy) or someone who’s “magically” good at something.Examples:The game lets you play as a powerful wiz with lightning spells.She’s a total wiz in the kitchen—like she’s casting cooking spells!5. “Wiz By” = To Move Quickly or Pass Fast (Phrasal Verb)This phrasal verb means something goes by really fast—either time or something physical like a car or a person.Examples:The weekend just wiz(z)ed by—I can’t believe it’s Monday again.That car wizzed by us on the highway.Summer wiz(z)ed by before I even got to the beach!6. “The Wiz” = Pop Culture Reference (Noun)The Wiz is a famous 1970s Broadway musical and movie. It’s an African-American retelling of The Wizard of Oz, featuring stars like Diana Ross and Michael Jackson.Example:We studied The Wiz in our musical theater class.Optional: Spelling NoteBoth “wiz” and “whiz” are accepted spellings, but “whiz” is more common in dictionaries.

Apr 20, 2025 • 25min
Canadian Woman Jailed in the U.S. for Being Canadian: English for the IELTS and TOEFL
What happens when a young Canadian woman gets arrested just for driving in the U.S.? In this English lesson, we’ll use a true story to learn 28 important vocabulary words, idioms, and phrasal verbs. Each word has a simple definition and an example sentence to help you understand the advanced English vocabulary.This lesson is great for English learners (A2–B1 level) and covers words like cruiser, forgery, bail, expunged, and it won’t cut it. You’ll improve your vocabulary while learning about a real news event. Watch now — and don’t forget to subscribe.👨🏫 Want me to be your private tutor? https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/8e554316💙 OVER 100 BONUS ENGLISH LESSONS? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/join🇨🇦 Check out @LearnEnglishwithBobtheCanadian https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZJJTxA36ZPNTJ1WFIByaeA📰 Get 15% off GROUND NEWS https://check.ground.news/AmericanEnglishBrent 🇹🇷 🇸🇪 👨🏼🦱 Want a Hair Transplant? Check out https://cabhealth.com/Cruiser: A police car. : The police officer drove a cruiser when he stopped her car.Horrendous: Very bad or scary. : She said her time in jail was horrendous.An Odyssey: A long and difficult trip. : Her road trip became an odyssey after she was arrested.Valid: Still good to use. : Her Canadian license was valid, but the officer didn’t believe her.Expired: No longer good to use. : The officer thought her license was expired.A Forgery: A fake document. : The officer thought her license was a forgery.Flabbergasted: Very surprised or shocked. : She was flabbergasted when the officer arrested her.Fraud: A lie used to trick someone for money or power. : She was accused of fraud, but she did nothing wrong.Supplemental: Extra or more. : If you book a tutoring session with me, you’ll receive supplemental materials after.Impounded: Taken by the police or government. : Her car was impounded and taken away by a tow truck.Frisk: To search someone’s body for hidden items. : A police officer frisked her before putting her in jail.Tow Truck: A truck that takes broken or taken cars. : A tow truck came to take her car.Mug Shot: A photo taken after someone is arrested. : She had to take a mug shot, like a criminal.The Whole Shebang: Everything that happened. : She had to go through the whole shebang — arrest, jail, and court.Bail: Money to get out of jail. : She paid bail to get out of jail.Locked Up: Put in jail. : She was locked up for something she didn’t do.Snapchat: A phone app to send photos and videos. : She used Snapchat to tell her friends what happened.Resolved: Finished or fixed. : Her case was resolved when the court dropped the charges.In the Back of My Mind: A quiet thought or worry. : In the back of her mind, she worried about driving in a new country.Speed Trap: A place where police wait to catch drivers going too fast. : She may have been caught in a speed trap.In the Hole: In a small jail cell alone. : She was scared they would put her in the hole.In the Hole: Owing money. : After the tow and bail, she was in the hole with money.Consulate: An office from your country in another country. : She called the Canadian consulate for help.Expunged: Erased from the record. : Her arrest was expunged after the mistake was fixed.I-75: A major highway in the U.S that runs through Detroit and Florida. : She was driving on I-75 when she got stopped.Vienna Treaty: A world rule that helps people in other countries. : The Vienna Treaty says she should be able to call her country for help.Hardcopies: Paper copies. : The officer wanted hardcopies, not phone pictures.It Won’t Cut It: Not good enough. : The officer said her digital license won’t cut it.

Apr 16, 2025 • 14min
Trump's New 145% Tariffs on China and the U.S. English with the News
Learn English with Real News! In this lesson, we talk about rising tariffs between the United States and China—up to 145%! You’ll learn 21 important words, idioms, and phrasal verbs like “feeling the squeeze,” “hitting back,” and “virtually.” This lesson is perfect for intermediate English learners (A2–B1) and includes a reading passage and simple example s.Improve your vocabulary and understand world events at the same time!Perfect for students, English learners, and teachers.👨🏫 Want me to be your private tutor? https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/8e554316💙 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 a Hair Transplant? Check out https://cabhealth.com/Get 10% off a hair transplant Code Brent10145% Tariff China Says U.S. a Joke1. Surcharge: Extra money added to a price.: The U.S. may add a surcharge to Chinese goods, making them more expensive.2. Standoffs: A situation where two sides don’t agree and don’t move.: There have been standoffs between the U.S. and China over trade for years.3. Global Superpowers: Countries with a lot of power in the world, like the U.S. and China.: When global superpowers fight, it can hurt the whole world economy.4. Backing down: To stop fighting or arguing.: China does not seem to be backing down in the trade talks.5. Hitting back / Fighting back: To respond strongly to an attack or criticism.: The U.S. is hitting back by raising tariffs on Chinese products.6. Steep : Very high or sharp.: The steep increase in tariffs could hurt businesses.7. Steep : To let something soak in hot water.: While watching the news, she steeped her tea and listened closely.8. Heating up: Getting more intense or serious.: The trade war between China and the U.S. is heating up.9. Staggering : Very surprising or shocking.: The U.S. may raise tariffs to a staggering 145%.10. Staggering : Walking unsteadily like you’re going to fall.: After hearing the bad news, the man was staggering down the street in shock.11. Optimistic: Feeling hopeful that things will be good.: Some leaders are still optimistic that the countries can make a deal.12. End up working out: To finish in a good way.: Even with problems now, the trade deal might end up working out.13. Defiant: Refusing to listen or change.: China stayed defiant, saying it would protect its economy.14. Isolate: To keep something or someone separate.: High tariffs may isolate China from global trade.15. Piling on: Adding more and more pressure or criticism.: The U.S. is piling on new tariffs to push China to make changes.16. Goods: Products that people buy or sell.: Tariffs are added to goods like phones, clothes, and cars.17. Estimates: A guess based on information.: Estimates say the tariffs could raise prices by 20% or more.18. Increase: To go up.: The cost of goods may increase if tariffs rise.19. Feeling the squeeze: Having financial problems or pressure.: Small businesses are feeling the squeeze from higher prices.20. Virtually : Almost or nearly.: Virtually all Chinese products might be taxed under the new plan.Bonus: 21. Panda: A black and white bear from China, often used as a symbol of China.: Some headlines joked, “Don’t make the panda angry!” when China responded to tariffs.Would you like a printable worksheet or reading passage that includes these words in context? I can also turn this into a slideshow or quiz for class or YouTube.Absolutely! Here’s the 21st word added to the list:22. Maximum: The highest possible amount.: The U.S. may raise tariffs to the maximum level of 145% on some Chinese goods.

Apr 13, 2025 • 24min
Why Is the U.S. FIGHTING China? Learn English with the Trade War!
👨🏫 Want me to be your private tutor? https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/8e554316💙 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 a Hair Transplant? Check out https://cabhealth.com/Get 10% off a hair transplant Code Brent10China Tariffs 🇨🇳 1. Steadfast: Being firm and not changing in your beliefs or decisions. • : She was steadfast in her decision to study every evening. • : The U.S. remained steadfast in its decision to increase tariffs on Chinese goods. 2. Tariffs: Taxes that a government adds to the price of goods coming from other countries. • : The price of imported cars went up because the government added new tariffs. • : In April 2025, the U.S. imposed new tariffs on Chinese products. 3. Imports: Products brought into one country from another to be sold. • : The store sells imports like Italian pasta and French cheese. • : China increased tariffs on U.S. imports in response to U.S. trade actions. 4. Fallout: The bad results or effects that follow an event. • : The fallout from the argument was that they didn’t speak for weeks. • : The fallout from the trade war led to higher prices for consumers. 5. Sounding the Alarm: Warning people about a danger or problem. • : Doctors are sounding the alarm about the health risks of too much sugar. • : Economists are sounding the alarm over the potential economic slowdown due to the trade war. 6. Self-Induced: Caused by oneself. • : His illness was self-induced because he didn’t take care of his health. • : Some believe the economic problems are self-induced due to poor trade decisions. 7. Nuclear Winter: A period of severe cold and darkness predicted to follow a nuclear war, used here as a metaphor for a very bad situation. • : If we don’t address climate change, we could face an environmental nuclear winter. • : Some fear that a full-blown trade war could lead to an economic nuclear winter. 8. Pause: To stop something for a short time. • : Let’s pause the movie to get some popcorn. • : The two countries agreed to a pause in the trade negotiations. PawsThe feet of an animal like a dog, cat, or bear. • My dog hurt one of his paws while running outside. 9. Adamant: Refusing to change your mind. • : She was adamant that she would not change her plans. • : The president was adamant about imposing new tariffs despite opposition. 10. Trade Deficit: When a country buys more from other countries than it sells to them. • : If a family spends more than it earns, it’s similar to a trade deficit. • : The U.S. has a large trade deficit with China, buying more than it sells. 11. Capitol Hill: A term used to refer to the U.S. Congress or the legislative branch of the U.S. government. • : Laws are debated and made on Capitol Hill. • : Discussions about the trade war are ongoing on Capitol Hill. 12. Instability: A situation where things are likely to change suddenly and unpredictably. • : The political instability made people nervous about the future. • : The trade war has caused economic instability in global markets. 13. Stand By: To support or remain loyal to someone. • : Good friends stand by each other during tough times. • : Some allies chose to stand by the U.S. in its trade policies. 14. Stand By: To wait and be ready for something. • : Please stand by for further instructions. • : Businesses are standing by to see the outcome of the trade talks.

Apr 10, 2025 • 11min
Shocking Attack on a School: What These English Words Really Mean
In this video, we break down the heartbreaking news of a school bombing in Gaza — and teach you 15 powerful English words connected to the story. You’ll learn real vocabulary like displaced, in cold blood, and massacre — with clear s and examples to help you speak and understand English at a deeper level. This lesson is perfect for English learners who want to understand real-world news and grow their vocabulary at the same time. Watch until the end to hear all 15 words and how they connect to this tragic event.👨🏫 Want me to be your private tutor? https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/8e554316💙 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 a Hair Transplant? Check out https://cabhealth.com/Get 10% off a hair transplant Code Brent10Gaza Hospital 🇵🇸1. Housing : To provide someone with a place to live or stay.: The school was housing hundreds of displaced families when it was bombed.2. Displaced: Forced to leave your home, especially because of war or disaster.: Many of the people inside the school were displaced by earlier attacks in Gaza.3. Sheltering: Giving someone a safe place to stay.: The school was sheltering civilians who had nowhere else to go.4. Bystanders: People who are present at an event but not involved in it.: Bystanders near the school were also injured during the bombing.5. A Wake-up Call: Something that makes people realize they need to take action.: Human rights groups said the bombing was a wake-up call to protect civilians during war.6. Massacres: The killing of many people who cannot defend themselves.: Some officials described the bombing of the school as one of the worst massacres in the conflict.7. Immediately: Without waiting; right away.: Emergency teams arrived at the school site immediately after the attack.8. In Cold Blood: In a cruel and deliberate way, without emotion.: Witnesses claimed the school was attacked in cold blood, even though it was full of families.9. Properly: In a correct or acceptable way.: Aid workers said they couldn’t properly care for the wounded after the school bombing.10. Functions : To work or operate in the way something is supposed to.: The school no longer functions as a place of learning since it was destroyed.11. The scale of: The size, level, or amount of something.: The world was shocked by the scale of destruction caused by the bombing.12. Civil Defense: A system to protect people during emergencies like war or natural disasters.: Gaza’s civil defense teams searched through rubble after the school was bombed.13. The Remains: What is left of something after it has been destroyed.: Families searched the remains of the school to find their loved ones.14. Overwhelming: Very great in amount or power; hard to deal with.: The number of injured children was overwhelming for the local hospital.15. Intensification: The process of becoming stronger or more serious.: The school bombing marked an intensification of violence in the area.