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Nov 2024
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Better English Conversation With America...

BRENT
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If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for your next English conversation, this English lesson is for you. While watching a news report about the Donald Trump, Elon Musk, and Vivek Ramaswamy and so many other things happening in the news right now and trying to stop the government from wasting so much money, 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 50% off GROUND NEWS https://check.ground.news/AmericanEnglishBrent đŸ“œïž Want to record lessons like this? I livestream with STREAMYARD: https://streamyard.com/pal/c/6287572368359424 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 đŸŽ„ The Camera I Use for Outdoor Lessons: https://amzn.to/3Ca1xPJ đŸ“č The Other Camera I Use: https://amzn.to/3Ca1xPJ 📘 The Book I'm Currently Reading: https://amzn.to/3Atd0JU *As an Amazon affiliate, I may earn money if you click. 1. Transfer of Power : The process of passing control from one leader to the next. : The transfer of power will happen after the new president is sworn in. 2. Conceded : Admitted defeat in an election or contest. : Kamala Harris conceded after she saw the election results. 3. Concession Speech : A speech given by the person who lost an election, admitting they did not win. : In her concession speech, she thanked her supporters. 4. President-Elect : The person who has been elected president but has not started the job yet. : The president-elect will soon begin planning his term. A lame duck president is the opposite of a president-elect. 5. Address the Nation : To speak to the whole country, usually on TV. : The president-elect will address the nation about his plans. 6. Alma Mater : The school or university someone graduated from. : Kamala Harris’s alma mater is Howard University. 7. Howard University : A famous university in Washington, D.C., known for its history and diversity. : Many well-known people graduated from Howard University. 8. Enthusiastic : Showing a lot of excitement and interest. : Her supporters were enthusiastic about her campaign. 9. Faced Off : Competed against each other in an election or contest. : She faced off against her opponent in the debate. 10. 100 Days Out : A term used to mark 100 days before an important event. : They started planning new policies 100 days out from the election. 11. Revive : To bring back or give new energy to something. : She wanted to revive the economy by creating new jobs. 12. Hitting Roadblocks : Facing obstacles or problems. : They were hitting roadblocks trying to pass the new law. 13. Throw Up Our Hands : To give up or stop trying. : After many challenges, they almost threw up their hands. 14. Roll Up Our Sleeves : To get ready to work hard. : They rolled up their sleeves to tackle the new challenges. 15. Critical : Very important or necessary. : The next decision is critical for the future of the country. 16. Democracy : A system of government where people choose their leaders. : In a democracy, citizens vote for their leaders. 17. Fueled : Supported or gave energy to something. : A strong cup of coffee can fuel my entire day. 18. Inauguration Day : The day when the new president officially starts their job. : Inauguration Day is an important event in the U.S. 19. Political : Related to government, policies, or public issues. : She has a strong political background. 20. Political Appointees : People chosen for specific government positions by the president. : The president’s appointees help make important decisions. 21. Acknowledged : Accepted or recognized something as true. : She acknowledged the challenges of her job.

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