American English With Brent

If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for the IELTS or TOEFL at the same time, this English lesson is for you. While watching the news about Vice President Harris sitting down with FOX news and asked some tough questions, you will learn English phrasal verbs, English idioms, and other advanced English vocabulary that can really stump English learners. 📰 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 Kamala Sits with Fox News, Bret Baier 1. Must-see TV : A show or event you have to watch because it’s very interesting or important. : The debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump was must-see TV for anyone following the 2024 election. 2. Pressed : To push someone to give an answer or take action. : Bret Baier pressed Kamala Harris on her immigration policies during the interview. 3. Mental fitness : Being in good mental condition, able to think clearly and make decisions. : Voters are concerned about the mental fitness of the presidential candidates. 4. Make the case : To explain or give reasons for something. : Kamala Harris tried to make the case that her administration’s policies are better for the economy. 5. Turn the page : To move on from the past and start fresh. : Many voters want to turn the page on the last four years and look for new leadership in 2024. 6. Despite : Even though something happened or is true. : Despite the criticism, Kamala Harris remains confident in her campaign. 7. Dodge questions : To avoid answering questions directly. : Some voters feel that both candidates dodge questions about important issues like healthcare. 8. Point the blame : To say that someone else is responsible for something bad. : During the interview, Harris didn’t point the blame at Trump directly, but hinted at his policies causing problems. 9. Wrapped up : To finish something. : The interview wrapped up with Harris talking about her plans for the future. 10. Comes to mind : To think of something. : When voters think about healthcare, Kamala Harris often comes to mind for her stance on reproductive rights. 11. Fresh ideas : New and different thoughts or plans. : Harris said her campaign brings fresh ideas to improve the economy. 12. Generation : A group of people born and living at the same time. : The younger generation is showing more interest in voting this election. 13. A new way forward : A different and better plan for the future. : Harris promised voters a new way forward with her policies on climate change. 14. Burdened : Feeling weighed down or troubled by something. : Many Americans feel burdened by the high cost of living, and Harris addressed this during the interview. 15. Rhetoric : Language meant to persuade people, often used in politics. : Voters are tired of empty rhetoric and want real solutions from the candidates. 16. Point fingers : To blame others for something bad. : Instead of offering solutions, some politicians just point fingers at each other. 17. Clear to me : Easy to understand or obvious. : It’s clear to me that voters want a president who will focus on healthcare reform. 18. Unfit to serve : Not suitable or qualified for a job, especially in politics. : Harris argued that Trump is unfit to serve another term as president due to his divisive policies. 19. Meet the moment : To rise to the occasion and handle a difficult situation well. : Harris believes she can meet the moment and guide the country through its challenges.

If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for the IELTS or TOEFL at the same time, this English lesson is for you. While watching the news about Donald Trump working at McDonald's and Vice President Harris visiting a church in Georgia , you will learn English phrasal verbs, English idioms, and other advanced English vocabulary that can really stump English learners. 💙 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 1. Unconventional : Something that is not usual or traditional. : It was unconventional for President Trump to work a shift at McDonald’s, since most presidents don’t do that. 2. Serenade : To sing or play music for someone as a way of showing love or respect. : Kamala Harris was serenaded by the church choir for her birthday, which made her feel very happy. 3. Home straight (Home Stretch) : The final part of a race or event. : Kamala Harris is in the home straight of her birthday celebrations after being sung to at the church. 4. Donning : To put on clothing or gear. : President Trump was donning a McDonald’s hat and apron while working behind the counter. 5. Accused : When someone says you did something wrong or illegal. : Some people have accused Trump of doing strange things, like working at McDonald’s to get attention. 6. Evidence : Proof that something is true. : There is a lot of evidence that Kamala Harris enjoyed being serenaded at the church for her birthday. 7. Far reaches of the internet : Places or websites that are not well-known or popular. : News about Trump working at McDonald’s spread to the far reaches of the internet. 8. Front and center : In a very important or noticeable position. : Kamala Harris was front and center at the church as people sang to her. 9. Swing state : A state where both political parties have a chance to win. : Georgia, where Kamala Harris was serenaded, is an important swing state in elections. 10. A black church : A church where most of the people are African American. : Kamala Harris visited a black church in Georgia where they sang to her for her birthday. 11. Underperforming : Not doing as well as expected. : Some say President Trump was underperforming during his shift at McDonald’s, but others thought he did well. 12. Too close to call : When a result is not clear because both sides are very close. : Elections in Georgia can be too close to call, just like when Kamala Harris visited the swing state. 13. Early voting : Voting before the official Election Day. : Kamala Harris encouraged people at the church to use early voting in Georgia. 14. Surrogate : A person who speaks or acts for someone else. : During the event, someone acted as a surrogate for President Trump while he worked at McDonald’s. 15. MAGA : Short for “Make America Great Again,” a slogan used by Trump and his supporters. : Some people at the McDonald’s where Trump worked were wearing MAGA hats to support him. 16. Petition : A formal request for something, usually signed by many people. : People at the church signed a petition to support Kamala Harris’s plans for change.

In this English lesson, you will learn English phrasal verbs, idioms, and advanced vocabulary for your next English conversation by watching a news clip from MSNBC about former President, Donald Trump oddly singing and dancing at one of his recent rallies in Pennsylvania. 💙 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 Dancing Trump 1. Rallies: Large gatherings of people to support or protest something. • : Donald Trump has held many rallies since he first ran for president in 2015. 2. A fair share: Quite a lot or an amount that seems enough. • : The reporter had seen a fair share of strange things at Trump’s rallies. 3. Unprecedented: Something that has never happened before. • : Trump’s decision to turn the event into a sing-along was unprecedented. 4. Controversial: Causing strong disagreement or disapproval. • : Trump’s behavior at the town hall was seen as controversial by many. 5. Town hall: A public meeting where political candidates answer questions from voters. • : At the town hall, Trump answered a few questions before starting the music. 6. Attendees: People who are present at an event. • : The attendees at Trump’s event were surprised when the sing-along began. 7. Medical events: Situations where someone needs medical attention. • : Two medical events occurred at the town hall, causing a pause in the questions. 8. Sing-along: When people sing together, often in a casual or informal way. • : Instead of answering more questions, Trump led a sing-along. 9. Sway session: A casual moment where people sway to music. • : During the sway session, the audience gently moved to the rhythm of the songs. 10. Moderate: To lead or guide a discussion or event. • : Governor Kristi Noem was there to moderate the town hall. 11. Periodically: Happening from time to time. • : Governor Noem periodically looked confused as the music played. 12. Baffled: Confused or puzzled by something unexpected. • : Noem seemed baffled by Trump’s decision to stop answering questions. 13. Policy: A plan or course of action, especially in politics or business. • : The town hall was supposed to focus on Trump’s policy plans, but it didn’t. 14. Drill, Baby, drill: A slogan promoting oil drilling to lower energy costs. • : When asked about home prices, Trump responded with “Drill baby drill.” 15. Inflation: The rise in prices over time, making goods more expensive. • : Trump mentioned inflation but didn’t provide a clear answer. 16. Hannibal Lecter: A fictional character, known for being a brilliant professor, but committing horrible crimes. • : Trump oddly compared migrants to Hannibal Lecter during the town hall. 17. Asylums: Places where people with mental illnesses used to be kept. • : Trump mentioned migrants breaking out of asylums in his response. 18. Asylum: To request protection in a new country because it is unsafe to stay in your own country. • : Trump made a strange connection between seeking asylum and crime. 19. Mental acuity: Sharpness of the mind and ability to think clearly. • : Some questioned Trump’s mental acuity after his wandering answers. 20. Rambling: Talking in a confused or unclear way without staying on one topic. • : Trump’s answers at the town hall seemed rambling and off-topic.

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.