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Aug 2024
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TRUMP and HARRIS BATTLE: 21 Phrasal Verb...

BRENT
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In this week's English lesson, you will learn at least 21 words, terms, idioms, and English phrasal verbs from a CNN interview, discussing the chances that President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris will have a debate before the November election. ☀ For the rest of the summer, I am offering private conversations. Click here for more information: https://americanenglishwithbrent.as.me/ 💙 WANT PRIVATE LIVE CHATS AND BONUS ENGLISH? https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/join đŸ“œïž Want to record lessons like this? I livestream with STREAMYARD: https://streamyard.com/pal/c/6287572368359424 đŸ‡ș🇾 WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN AMERICAN REPUBLICANS AND AMERICAN DEMOCRATS https://youtu.be/MYl1JIAguiQ đŸ‡čđŸ‡· 🇾đŸ‡Ș đŸ‘šđŸŒâ€đŸŠ± Want a Hair Transplant? Check out https://cabhealth.com/ Get 10% off a hair transplant Code Brent10 Vocabulary Words 1. Debate - A formal discussion between people with different opinions. There will be a debate between Vice President Harris and Former President Trump next month. 2. Audience - The group of people who watch or listen to something. The debate will have a large audience watching on TV. 3. Moderate To lead a discussion or debate. A journalist will moderate the debate. They will be the moderator. 4. Opponent A person who is against someone in a competition or debate. In the debate, each candidate will try to win against their opponent. 5. Presidential Related to the President or the position of President. The presidential debate between Harris and Trump will be watched by millions. 6. Rebuttal A reply to a criticism or argument, showing why it is wrong. During the debate, Vice President Harris gave a strong rebuttal to Trump's claims. 7. Defamation - Saying false things about someone to damage their reputation. Trump accused ABC News of defamation after they made false statements about him. 8. Frankly - Honestly and directly. Trump said, "Frankly, I think my policies are better for the country." 9. Terrified - Very scared. Some people are terrified about what will happen after the debate. 10. Security blanket - Something that makes someone feel safe and comfortable. For many voters, hearing their candidate speak is like a security blanket. 11. Discombobulated - Confused and upset. Harris looked discombobulated when Trump interrupted her. 12. Accomplished - Very skilled or successful. Both candidates are accomplished speakers. 13. Smart as a whip - Very intelligent. People say Harris is smart as a whip when it comes to debates. 14. Thrives on - Enjoys or is successful in a particular situation. Trump thrives on the excitement of a live debate. 15. Blue screen of death - A computer error screen showing a major problem. Trump's computer had the blue screen of death right before the debate. 16. (Brick and) Meltdown A complete failure or collapse. The debate could turn into a meltdown if things get too heated. 17. Change on a dime - To change very quickly and unexpectedly. The mood of the debate can change on a dime if one candidate says something surprising. 18. Anoint - To officially choose someone for a position. The debate will show who might be anointed as the country’s next president. 19. Critical Very important. The debate is critical for both Harris and Trump's campaigns. 20. Tulsi Gabbard A politician who was a candidate in a past presidential election. Tulsi Gabbard once debated Harris in a previous election.

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