American English With Brent

In this English lesson, we explore the latest conflict between Iran and the United States, where President Trump is considering using a powerful bunker buster bomb.You’ll learn 25 key vocabulary words and phrases through real news examples and everyday situations to help improve your English fast.✅ Do you want to be my student? https://brentspeak.as.me/ Use Code 10OFF for 10% off a class💙 OVER 100 BONUS ENGLISH LESSONS? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/join🚀 Even more English. My other channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AmericanEnglishBrent2TrumpMust Drop the Bomb on IranFordow : A secret, underground uranium enrichment site in Iran.: Israel wants the U.S. to help destroy Fordow with a powerful bunker‑buster bomb. : Some companies keep important data in a secure server room, like Fordow is for uranium.Concealed : Hidden so no one can see it.: Iran’s Fordow facility is deeply concealed inside a mountain. : She concealed the gift behind her back before surprising her friend.Conventional Capabilities : Regular, non‑nuclear weapons and tools a military has.: Israel lacks the conventional capabilities to destroy Fordow alone. : Many homes have conventional capabilities like cooking and cleaning tools.Take Out : To destroy something completely.: The U.S. may take out Fordow using a bunker‑buster bomb. : He took out the old shed in his backyard to build a new one.Bunker : A strong underground shelter built to be safe.: Fordow acts like a bunker for Iran’s centrifuges, deep underground. : During the storm, the family took shelter in their backyard bunker.Bunker Buster : A bomb made to go deep into the ground an explode.: The GBU‑57 is a bunker‑buster designed to drill into deep rock. : She used an ice‑buster tool to chip the ice off her driveway.Arsenal : A collection of weapons or tools someone has.: The U.S. has a bigger arsenal of bunker‑buster bombs than Israel. : A chef’s kitchen arsenal includes knives, spoons, and mixers.Drilling : Making a hole deep into the ground.: Iran’s underground facilities involved extensive drilling to hide them. : They’re drilling a well in their backyard to get water.Stealth : How something stays hidden or undetected.: A B‑2 stealth bomber would carry the giant bunker‑buster to Fordow. : She wore dark clothes to move through the house in stealth so she wouldn’t wake anyone.Configured : Set up or arranged in a specific way.: The bomb must be configured precisely to drill down into Iran’s defenses. : He configured his phone to go into sleep mode every night at 9:00 pm.Intelligence : Secret information collected by a government to help make decisions.: U.S. intelligence says hitting Fordow is critical to stopping Iran’s nuclear potential. : People gather intelligence on real estate prices before buying a house.Inching : Moving very slowly, little by little.: The U.S. is inching toward a decision to use bunker‑buster bombs. : He inched closer to the edge of the pool before jumping in.Legitimate : Legal or acceptable under rules.: The U.S. wants to ensure any strike is legitimate under international law. : To buy alcohol, you need a legitimate ID like a driver’s license.Credibility : The trust people have in someone or something.: The U.S. fears an attack without credibility could damage global trust.: Her credibility at work grew when she consistently met her deadlines.Stick Your Neck Out : To take a risk by supporting something others might not.: Some Republicans are unwilling to stick their necks out to support a strike.: He stuck his neck out by taking a risk and introducing a new project at the meeting.: U.S. leaders say they have to think about the big picture before striking. : When choosing a career, it’s important to see the big picture of long‑term goals.

BREAKING NEWS: Indian Plane Crash – Learn English with the Latest HeadlinesIn this lesson, we use a real news story about the tragic crash of an Air India flight to help English learners understand important vocabulary. Learn 28 key terms like aviation, crew members, billowing, smoldering, and more — all with simple definitions and example sentences.✅ Do you want to be my student? https://brentspeak.as.me/ Use Code 10 OFF for 10% off a class💙 OVER 100 BONUS ENGLISH LESSONS? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/join🚀 Even more English. My other channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AmericanEnglishBrent2🇮🇳 Improve your English while staying informed about current events.✈️ Level: A2–B1 (great for students learning English for 1–2 years)#LearnEnglish #ESL #NewsEnglish #AirIndia #vocabularylessons India Plane Crash 🇮🇳1. BoeingA large company in the United States that makes airplanes.The crashed plane was a Boeing 787 headed to London.Boeing builds airplanes that fly all over the world.2. Headed toGoing toward a place.The plane was headed to London when it crashed.After school, we are headed to the soccer field.3. CorrespondentA news reporter who gives information from a specific place.A correspondent from CNN was reporting at the crash site.The weather correspondent said a storm was coming.4. AviationThe activity or business of flying airplanes.Indian aviation experts are studying the cause of the crash.He wants a job in aviation so he can work with planes.5. HorrificVery shocking and scary.The scene of the crash was described as horrific.That horror movie had some horrific scenes.6. BillowingSpreading upward or outward in a large cloud.Smoke was billowing from the wreckage.Her dress was billowing in the wind.7. RubbleBroken pieces of a building or structure that has fallen down.People searched through the rubble for survivors.The earthquake left the old church in rubble.8. SmolderingBurning slowly and giving off smoke.The engine was still smoldering hours after the crash.The campfire was smoldering the next morning.9. Taken off When a plane leaves the ground and starts to fly.The plane had just taken off when it crashed.We watched the plane take off from the window.10. Crew MembersThe workers on a plane, like pilots and flight attendants.The crew members tried to help people get out safely.The crew members showed us how to wear life jackets.11. CaptainThe person in charge of flying the airplane.The captain made a final call for help before the crash.The captain of the ship told everyone to get ready to sail.12. Stellar ReputationA very good opinion people have about someone or something. “Reputation” means what people think about someone over time.The airline had a stellar reputation for safety until the crash.She has a stellar reputation because she always helps others.13. Setting upGetting something ready to use.Workers are setting up a place for families to wait for news.We are setting up the tent before it gets dark.14. Emergency Relief CenterA place where people go to get help after something bad happens.An emergency relief center was opened near the crash site.After the flood, we went to the emergency relief center for food and clothes.15. AnxiousFeeling nervous, scared, or worried.Families were anxious as they waited to hear about their loved ones.I was anxious before giving my first speech.16. PotentiallyMaybe or possibly.The crash potentially killed people who were in the hostel.That medicine is potentially helpful, but it needs testing.17. GrievingFeeling very sad because someone died.Many families are grieving after losing loved ones in the crash.He was grieving the loss of his pet dog.

🚨 700 Marines to Los Angeles?! ICE Raids, Protests, and New Vocabulary Explained!In this English lesson, we break down a recent news story about U.S. Marines possibly being sent to Los Angeles after major protests erupted in response to ICE immigration raids. 🇺🇸⚠️✅ Do you want to be my student? https://brentspeak.as.me/ Use Code 10 OFF for 10% off a class💙 OVER 100 BONUS ENGLISH LESSONS? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/join🚀 Even more English. My other channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AmericanEnglishBrent2👉 You’ll learn 25 useful English terms — like vandalism, mobilization, quell, and wave — all with simple definitions and real example sentences based on this story.This lesson is perfect for English learners who want to improve their vocabulary, understand the news, and get better at real-world English! 🗞️📚💬 Be sure to leave a comment if you’ve heard this news or want help with any of the words!#EnglishLesson #LearnEnglish #ICEraids #NewsVocabulary #ELL #AmericanEnglishWithBrentVandalism – damaging or destroying things on purpose. They saw vandalism when some people broke windows near the federal building during protests.Wave – to move your hand to say hello or get attention. A protester tried to wave at a camera during the demonstration.Wave – the moving water on the sea. The protesters did not see any ocean waves during the city action.Wave – when soldiers move in large groups. Another wave of National Guard troops arrived in Los Angeles to guard federal buildings.Gavin Newsom – the governor of California. Gavin Newsom asked a court to stop the military from helping ICE in his state.Mobilization – preparing and moving soldiers for action. The mobilization of Marines surprised many people in Los Angeles.Unprecedented – never happened before. It was unprecedented to send Marines to help with ICE raids in LA.Tom Homan – former head of ICE operations, the border czar Tom Homan said he would support federal immigration actions in California.Breach – to break into a place or area you are not supposed to enter. The crowd breached the gate and ran into the federal building. Correct me if I’m wrong – used when you’re not sure and want feedback. Correct me if I’m wrong, but I think they sent 700 Marines to Los Angeles.Federal Building – a government-owned building. They stationed troops outside a federal building to protect it.The National Guard – U.S. state-based military force. The National Guard was sent to help guard ICE agents.Highway Ramp – a short road that connects a street to a highway. The protesters stood on the highway ramp to stop cars from getting on the freeway. Blocked Off – closed a road or area so people can’t use it. Police blocked off an area to keep protesters out.Flare-ups – sudden small outbreaks of violence. There were Flare-ups when police used rubber bullets on protesters.Flash-bangs - special grenades that make a loud sound and bright light to confuse peoplePolice used flash-bangs to break up the protest without using deadly weapons18. Rubber Bullets – non-lethal bullets made of rubber. Officers fired rubber bullets when the crowd became chaotic.Chaos – complete disorder and confusion. The scene turned into chaos when protesters and troops clashed.Erupt – to suddenly start. Violence can erupt suddenly during big protests.Lingering Around – staying in a place longer than needed. Some protesters were lingering around even after the curfew.Displeasure – feeling unhappy or annoyed. The mayor showed her displeasure about the military presence.Spectrum – a range of different ideas or types. Protests showed a spectrum of opinions, from peaceful to angry.Voiced – expressed something in words. Many residents voiced concern over the use of military force.

🎯 Learn All the Meanings of “Swing” in English!Did you know the word swing has over 10 different meanings in English? In this lesson, we’ll break down every major use of the word — as a verb, a noun, and even in idioms and slang!Whether it’s a swing on the playground, mood swings, or swing states during an election, you’ll see how this one word can pop up in everyday conversations, news, and even music.✅ 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🟩 Simple definitions🟨 Easy example sentences🔷 Phrasal verbs & idioms explained🟥 Slang meanings (with a warning!)Perfect for English learners at an A2–B2 level. Let’s swing into it!👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share with a friend who’s learning English too!#LearnEnglish #EnglishVocabulary #SwingMeaning #ESLLesson #PhrasalVerbs #Idioms #AmericanEnglish #SpeakEnglishSwing🟩 1. VERB – To move back and forth: To move in an arc or from side to side.The child swung on the playground swing.The door swung open in the wind.🟨 2. VERB – To suddenly change: To quickly shift from one state or direction to another.Voters swung toward the other party after the debate.His mood swung from happy to angry in seconds.🟩 3. VERB – To hit something: To try to hit something by moving your arm or an object.He swung the bat and hit a home run.She swung her bag at the thief.🟨 4. VERB – To go by or stop in quickly (informal): To make a quick visit.I’ll swing by your house after work.Can you swing past the store and grab some milk?🟩 5. NOUN – A seat that moves back and forth: A type of playground equipment.The kids are playing on the swings.🟨 6. NOUN – A sudden movement: A quick movement or action.He took a swing at me!She gave the door a swing and it shut hard.🟩 7. NOUN – A change or shift: A change in feeling, direction, opinion, or results.There was a big swing in the weather.The election had a swing in public opinion.🟨 8. NOUN – A style of jazz music: A smooth, rhythmic style of music popular in the 1930s–40s.They danced to swing music all night.🟩 9. ADJECTIVE – Describing movement or rhythm: Related to swinging or smooth movement.He has a swing style when he dances.🔷 10. PHRASAL VERBSSwing by / Swing past To visit quickly or casually – I’ll swing by your office later.Swing at (someone/something) To try to hit – He swung at the ball and missed.Swing open/shut To open or close while moving freely – The door swung shut with a bang.🔶 11. IDIOMSTake a swing at (something) Try something or attack – I’ll take a swing at that math problem.In full swing At the busiest or most active point – The party was in full swing when we arrived.Mood swings Fast changes in how someone feels – Teenagers often have mood swings.🟥 12. SLANG / INFORMAL USESSwinger / Swinging Someone who engages in open relationships or partner-swapping – They live a swinging lifestyle. (Note: adult slang – use carefully or not at all in student content)Swing states (in U.S. politics) States that could vote for either major party in an election – Ohio is a key swing state in presidential elections.

If you live in one of these 12, you are unable to visit the United States now. In this English lesson, you will learn at least 20 new terms you might hear in English conversations or see on the IELTS or TOEFL exam. 👨‍🏫 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🇺🇸 Vocabulary Lesson: Trump’s Travel BanIn the Wake (idiom) – after something has happened In the wake of the attack, Trump made new travel rules.Boulder Terror Attack – a recent violent attack in Boulder, Colorado The Boulder terror attack made people more worried about safety.Sweeping – affecting many things or people Trump made sweeping changes to who can visit the U.S.Restricting – limiting or controlling something The new rule is restricting people from 12 countries.Ban – an official stop or block Trump put a ban on travelers from certain countries.Nationals – people from a specific country Nationals from 12 countries can’t visit the U.S. now.The Homeland – a person’s or country’s home country The Homeland Security office helped make the new rules.Severity – how serious something is The severity of the threat made Trump act fast.Antisemitic – hating or being unfair to Jewish people One attacker was said to have antisemitic beliefs.Beforehand – before something happens Officials knew about some risks beforehand.Put in Motion – to start something Trump put the new travel rules in motion last week.Attempted Murder – trying to kill someone but not succeeding The suspect in Boulder was charged with attempted murder.Deportation – sending someone out of the country People who break visa rules may face deportation.Fascinating – very interesting It’s fascinating how fast the travel rules were made.Overstayed – stayed longer than allowed Some people were deported because they overstayed their visas.Discriminatory – unfair to a group of people Some think the ban is discriminatory.Wokeness – being aware of social problems..too much of a Democrat Trump said wokeness is making the country unsafe.On Their Radar – being noticed or watched Terror threats are now on their radar.Common Sense – simple good thinking Trump said the travel ban is just common sense.Liberal Judge – a judge with left-leaning views A liberal judge may try to stop the travel ban.Due Process – fair treatment by the law Everyone must still get due process, even with a ban.Scrutiny – close look or study The new rules are under heavy scrutiny.Luigi Mangione – a person mentioned in the story (possibly falsely accused) Luigi Mangione was talked about in the video as an example.Deranged – mentally unstable Trump said some attackers are deranged and dangerous.

Could This News Start World War III? Learn 20 English Words from This Shocking Story👨‍🏫 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/joinSummit ➤ A meeting between leaders of countries. ➤ World leaders met at a summit to talk about the war.Alliance ➤ A group of countries or people who agree to help each other. ➤ NATO is an alliance that supports Ukraine.Playing with fire ➤ Doing something very dangerous. ➤ Putin said the West is playing with fire by helping Ukraine.A critical point ➤ A very important moment when things could change. ➤ The war has reached a critical point.A fork in the road ➤ A moment when you must choose between two paths. ➤ Europe is at a fork in the road: help Ukraine more or stop.KGB ➤ The old Russian spy agency. ➤ Putin worked for the KGB before becoming president.Twisted ➤ Turned into a spiral or curled shape ➤ The pretzel had a twisted shape, like the dough was looped and crossed before it was baked. Twisted ➤ Very wrong or sick in the mind. ➤ The bombing of schools was twisted and evil.Sizing up ➤ Looking at something carefully to understand it. ➤ The U.S. is sizing up how strong Russia is.Commercial ➤ Not military; related to business. ➤ A commercial airplane was hit by mistake.Contentious ➤ Causing a lot of arguing or fighting. ➤ The plan to send weapons was very contentious.Leverage ➤ Power or control over someone in a situation. ➤ Russia is using gas prices as leverage.Carry on ➤ To keep going or continue. ➤ The army will carry on with the mission.Penultimate ➤ Second to last. ➤ This is the penultimate step before sending troops.CIA ➤ The U.S. spy agency. ➤ The CIA is watching what Putin will do next.Topple ➤ To force a leader or government to fall. ➤ Some countries want to topple Putin’s regime.Kremlin ➤ The main government of Russia. ➤ The Kremlin made a strong statement about NATO.Follow up ➤ To check or do something after a first step. ➤ Leaders said they will follow up after the summit.Proposal ➤ An idea or plan someone gives to others. ➤ Russia rejected the peace proposal.Munitions ➤ Bullets, bombs, and other weapons. ➤ The U.S. sent more munitions to Ukraine.Hypothesis ➤ An idea or guess that needs to be tested. ➤ His hypothesis is that Russia wants to expand the war.Dmitry Medvedev ➤ A top Russian leader close to Putin. ➤ Dmitry Medvedev said war could spread to Europe.Rhetorical ➤ Said to make a point, not to be taken literally. ➤ Some think Putin’s threat was just rhetorical.Brinksmanship ➤ Pushing a situation to the edge of disaster. ➤ Putin is using brinksmanship to scare the West.Stalking horse ➤ A hidden plan or secret reason behind an idea. ➤ Some say the peace plan is just a stalking horse.Got to him ➤ Made someone upset or emotional. ➤ The news about the attack really got to him.Javelin missile ➤ A U.S. weapon that can destroy tanks. ➤ Ukrainian soldiers used a Javelin missile to stop Russian tanks.Missiles ➤ Flying weapons that explode on target. ➤ Russia launched several missiles at Ukraine.Strategic objective ➤ An important goal during war. ➤ Capturing that city is a key strategic objective.Puppet regime ➤ A fake government controlled by another country. ➤ Russia may try to install a puppet regime in Ukraine.Where the rubber meets the road ➤ The point when actions become real. ➤ This is where the rubber meets the road—leaders must act now.Taurus missile ➤ A powerful German missile that goes long distances. ➤ Germany may send the Taurus missile to help Ukraine.Arsenal ➤ A collection of weapons. ➤ Russia has a huge arsenal ready to use.

In this English lesson, you will learn 11 different ways Americans use the word "Dip" in English.👨‍🏫 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/joinDip English1. Verb – To lower something briefly: To put something down into a liquid and take it out quickly.: He dipped his fries in ketchup.: She dipped her celery in the bowl of peanut butter. 2. Verb – To go down a little bit or for a short period of time: To move downward or become less for a short time.: The sun dipped below the horizon.: My motivation to study English dipped a little last month, but now I’m working harder than ever.3. Noun – A type of food: A thick sauce used for dipping snacks like chips or vegetables.: She made a ranch dip for the party.: We order cheese dip every time we go out for Mexican. 4. Noun – A decrease: A small drop in amount, value, or temperature.: There was a dip in sales this month.: We felt a dip in the road while driving.5. Noun – A swim: A short time spent in water.: Let’s take a dip in the pool before dinner.6. Verb – To leave quickly (slang): To go away or leave, especially without telling anyone.: This party is boring—let’s dip.7. Verb – To steal or pickpocket (slang/old-fashioned): To take something secretly.: Someone dipped my wallet on the subway.8. Idiom – “Dipping your toes in”: To try something carefully or for the first time.: He’s just dipping his toes into investing.: Last year, I dipped my toes into English learning, but now I spend about an hour studying everyday. 9. Idiom – “A dip in the road”: A “dip in the road” can also mean a small problem or a tough time in your life. It’s not permanent—it’s just a short “low point” before things get better again.: Last week I felt really sad and tired, but it was just a dip in the road. I feel better now.: Their business had a dip in the road during the winter, but sales went back up in the spring.10. Slang – Insulting someone (“dip” as an insult): A slightly rude way to call someone dumb or annoying.: Don’t be such a dip!11. “Chewing dip” (smokeless tobacco): A form of chewing tobacco.: Some baseball players still use dip during games.

👨‍🏫 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/joinWho Was Really President During Biden’s Time in Office?1. Inner Circle: A small group of close friends or helpers.: Biden’s inner circle helped make big decisions when he was not feeling well.2. To Gaslight: To make someone think they are wrong when they are not.: Some people say the White House gaslighted the public about Biden’s health.3. Mentally Sharp: Able to think and speak clearly.: Some people said Biden didn’t seem mentally sharp anymore.4. Repeatedly: Again and again.: Reporters were repeatedly told that Biden was doing fine.5. Treason: Helping enemies or hurting your own country on purpose.: Some said hiding the truth about Biden’s health felt like treason.6. Unvetted: Not checked or approved.: Unvetted people may have helped lead the country behind the scenes.7. Severe: Very serious.: Biden’s health problems were more severe than the public knew.8. Enablers: People who let someone keep doing something wrong.: Some people say Biden’s enablers didn’t stop the problem.9. A Bombshell: Big, surprising news.: The book about Biden’s health was a bombshell.10. Ailing: Sick or not healthy.: The ailing president was not seen much in public.11. Geriatric: Very old, usually over 70.: People worried a geriatric president could not lead the country.12. Anecdote: A short, true story.: One anecdote told how Biden forgot someone’s name.13. Lady Macbeth: A woman who secretly controls things (from a play).: Some people said Jill Biden acted like Lady Macbeth.14. Cocooned: Kept away from people or problems.: Biden was cocooned so no one could see he was sick.15. Inflation: When prices for things like food or gas go up.: Inflation got worse while people questioned who was leading the country.16. Ushered: To lead someone or something to a new place or time.: Biden’s exit ushered in a new leader.17. Motorcade: A group of cars that drive a leader around.: Biden’s motorcade avoided places where reporters were waiting.18. Abrupt: Very sudden.: His choice to stop running for president was abrupt.19. Shielding: Hiding or protecting someone from harm.: Aides were shielding Biden from the press.

👨‍🏫 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/joinThink “smoke” only means fire or cigarettes? Think again!In this fun and surprising English lesson, you’ll learn 10 different ways Americans actually use the word “smoke” — from slang to idioms to everyday conversations. Whether you’re an English learner or just curious about American slang, this video will blow your mind and level up your vocabulary fast.Examples included. Real-life situations. Simple explanations.1. Noun – Literal Uses1. Smoke (from fire): The gray or black gas that rises from something burning.: Smoke filled the kitchen when the toast burned.2. Smoke (a cigarette): A cigarette.: He stepped outside to have a smoke.5. To defeat someone badly: To beat someone in a game or competition.: She smoked her opponent in the race.6. To move very fast: To go quickly, often with power.: That car was smoking down the highway.7. To kill someone (slang): To shoot or murder someone.: The bad guy got smoked in the alley.

In this English lesson, we watch a shocking news story about how a Mexican tall ship on a goodwill tour of New York City crashed into the iconic landmark, the Brooklyn Bridge. Learn at least 23 key vocabulary words and expressions you might see on the IELTS or TOEFL exam. 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/join2 Dead as Mexican Navy Ship Hits Famous NYC Bridge1. Investigation: A process to find out what happened.: The government started an investigation to learn why the ship hit the bridge.2. Brooklyn Bridge: A famous bridge in New York City.: The tall ship hit the Brooklyn Bridge during its visit.3. Slammed into: Hit something very hard.: The ship slammed into the bridge when it lost control.4. Iconic: Very famous and easy to recognize.: The Brooklyn Bridge is one of New York’s most iconic landmarks.5. Several: More than two but not many.: Several people were hurt in the crash.6. Mast: A tall pole on a ship that holds sails.: The mast was too tall and broke when the ship hit the bridge.7. Suspended : Hanging in the air.: Pieces of the broken mast were suspended above the ship.8. Terrifying: Very scary.: It was terrifying to watch the crash happen.9. Dramatic: Big and emotional or shocking.: The crash was dramatic and unexpected.10. Maneuvering: Moving or steering carefully.: The crew had trouble maneuvering the ship when it lost power.11. Backwards: In the direction behind.: The ship moved backwards before it hit the bridge.12. Onlookers: People who watch something happen.: Onlookers stood near the water and filmed the crash.13. Disbelief: Not believing what you see or hear.: People watched in disbelief as the ship crashed.14. Striking: Very noticeable or surprising.: The image of the ship under the bridge was striking.15. Odd: Strange or unusual.: It was odd to see a ship that size so close to the bridge.16. Rushing: Moving very fast.: People were rushing to help the injured crew.17. Overbuilt: Built to be stronger than needed.: The Brooklyn Bridge is so overbuilt that it was not badly damaged.18. Withstood: Stayed strong against force or damage.: The bridge withstood the crash without major damage.19. Snapped: Broke quickly and loudly.: The mast snapped when it hit the steel cables.20. Harnesses: Safety belts that keep people from falling.: Some workers wore harnesses while climbing the ship’s mast.21. NTSB: The U.S. government group that investigates crashes.: The NTSB is helping investigate what caused the crash.22. Catastrophic: Extremely bad or deadly.: The crash was not catastrophic for the bridge, but it was for the ship.23. Goodwill: Kindness or friendly feelings.: The ship was visiting to show goodwill between Mexico and the U.S.