In this lesson, you will learn the essential English vocabulary needed to understand the breaking news about Cuba's economic collapse and oil shortage. I explain difficult political terms with simple definitions and examples so you can follow this developing story with confidence.📝 Read the news more easily with this FREE news vocabulary guide: https://american-english-with-brent.kit.com/bcb3b9f6f2💙 OVER 100 BONUS ENGLISH LESSONS? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/joinLink to Newscast: https://youtu.be/czppbgUtxDM?si=75tWNnvEOWvrp-091. HaltingDefinition: (Adjective) Stopping Example: The baby halted when they saw the dog down the street. 2. Run OutDefinition: (Phrasal Verb) To use all of something so that there is none left.Example: We need to go to the store because we have run out of milk.3. Cut OffDefinition: (Phrasal Verb) To stop the supply of something, or to stop someone from speaking.Example: The electric company will cut off our power if we don't pay the bill.4. Humanitarian AidDefinition: (Noun) Help (like food, water, or medicine) given to people in trouble or danger.Example: The country sent humanitarian aid to the victims of the earthquake.5. EssentialDefinition: (Adjective) Completely necessary; very important.Example: Water is essential for life; we cannot live without it.6. ExporterDefinition: (Noun) A person, company, or country that sells goods to another country.Example: Brazil is a major exporter of coffee to the rest of the world.7. EscalatingDefinition: (Adjective/Verb) Becoming worse, higher, or more serious very quickly.Example: The argument is escalating, so we should leave before a fight starts.8. CrisisDefinition: (Noun) A time of great danger, difficulty, or confusion.Example: The economic crisis meant that many people lost their jobs.9. ContributorDefinition: (Noun) A person who gives something (like money or ideas) to help achieve a result.Example: She is a regular contributor to the school magazine and writes articles every month.10. AnalystDefinition: (Noun) Someone whose job is to study or examine something in detail.Example: The financial analyst said that the company is doing very well this year.11. More PerspectiveDefinition: (Phrase) A better or clearer way of looking at a situation to understand it.Example: Traveling gives you more perspective on how other people live.12. LoomingDefinition: (Adjective) Something bad or difficult that is about to happen soon.Example: The students were worried about the looming deadline for their big project.13. Keep the Lights OnDefinition: (Idiom) To have just enough money to continue operating or living (often used for businesses).Example: The shop isn't making a big profit, but they are making enough to keep the lights on.14. On the Rocks (danger)Definition: (Idiom) Likely to fail or having serious problems.Example: Their marriage has been on the rocks for a long time, and they might get divorced.15. On the Rocks (alcohol)Definition: (Idiom) Served in a glass with ice cubes.Example: He ordered a whiskey on the rocks at the bar.16. On the RopesDefinition: (Idiom) Being close to defeat or giving up; in a very bad situation.Example: The team was on the ropes near the end of the game, but they managed to win.17. SocietyDefinition: (Noun) A large group of people living together in an organized way.Example: Education is very important for a healthy and successful society.18. Tap IntoDefinition: (Phrasal Verb) To use or get something valuable from a source (like energy, money, or knowledge).Example: The company wants to tap into the new market of young buyers.

Learn English with the news as we break down the vocabulary surrounding the recent controversy involving Donald Trump and former President Obama. In this lesson, we will analyze key words like 'criticism' to help you understand complex headlines and improve your fluency.📝 Read the news more easily with this FREE news vocabulary guide: https://american-english-with-brent.kit.com/bcb3b9f6f2Vocabulary List1. Criticism * Definition: The act of saying that something or someone is bad or wrong. * Example: The chef listened to the customer's criticism about the cold soup.2. Racist * Definition: Believing that some groups of people are better than others based on their skin color or background. * Example: It is racist and hurtful to judge someone just because of their skin color.3. Meme * Definition: A funny image, video, or text that spreads very quickly on the internet. * Example: My friend sent me a funny meme about cats that made me laugh.4. Depicting * Definition: Showing or representing something in a picture, story, or movie. * Example: The painting is depicting a beautiful sunset over the ocean.5. Ape * Definition: A large animal like a monkey that has no tail (for example, a gorilla or chimpanzee). * Example: We saw a large ape eating fruit at the zoo.6. Calling out * Definition: To criticize someone publicly or ask them to explain their bad behavior. * Example: The teacher is calling out the student for talking during the test.7. Deleted * Definition: Removed or erased information. * Example: I accidentally deleted the photo, so I cannot show it to you.8. Chorus * Definition: The part of a song that is repeated several times. * Example: Everyone sang along loudly when the band played the chorus.9. Tim Scott * Definition: A specific person; a well-known politician (Senator) in the United States. * Example: We watched Tim Scott give a speech on the news last night.10. Debunk * Definition: To show that an idea or belief is false. * Example: The scientist did an experiment to debunk the idea that the earth is flat.11. Conspiracy Theories * Definition: Beliefs that a secret group is responsible for an event, usually without any proof. * Example: Some people believe conspiracy theories about aliens, but there is no evidence.12. Animated (drawing) * Definition: Made of drawings that seem to move, like a cartoon. * Example: My favorite Disney movie is animated and has talking animals.13. Animated (energy) * Definition: Full of excitement, life, and energy. * Example: She became very animated when talking about her holiday plans.14. NAACP * Definition: An organization in the US that works for the rights of African American people. (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People). * Example: The NAACP works hard to ensure everyone is treated fairly at work.15. Blatantly * Definition: Doing something bad in an obvious way, without trying to hide it. * Example: He blatantly ignored the "No Smoking" sign and lit a cigarette.16. Utterly * Definition: Completely or totally. * Example: I was utterly exhausted after running for 10 kilometers.17. Despicable * Definition: Very unpleasant or bad; deserving no respect. * Example: Stealing money from an old person is a despicable act.18. Dehumanize * Definition: To treat people as if they are not human, taking away their dignity. * Example: It is wrong to dehumanize prisoners by refusing to give them names.19. Slave Traders * Definition: People who buy and sell other human beings as property. * Example: In history class, we learned about slave traders who took people from Africa.20. Segregationists * Definition: People who believe that different races should be kept apart (separated). * Example: Sixty years ago, segregationists did not want black and white children in the same schools.

Did you know that in Florida, it can get so cold that frozen iguanas actually fall out of the trees? In today's lesson, we'll break down a real news report about this crazy phenomenon so you can learn 23 new English vocabulary words and phrases!📝 Read the news more easily with this FREE news vocabulary guide: https://american-english-with-brent.kit.com/bcb3b9f6f2💙 OVER 100 BONUS ENGLISH LESSONS? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/joinLink to Newscast: https://youtu.be/X-U-4EitYfg?si=MYRohQrLi2G40pTg1. Deep FreezeDefinition: A period of very cold weather where temperatures stay below freezing 32 degrees Fahrenheit Example: The garden vegetables did not survive the deep freeze last week.2. GrippingDefinition: Holding onto something very tightly; or having a powerful effect on an area.Example: A terrible winter storm is currently gripping the entire state.3. Historic Definition: Important in history; something very famous or significant that people will remember.Example: This is a historic day because it is the coldest temperature ever recorded here.4. Cold SnapDefinition: A sudden, short period of very cold weather.Example: We usually have warm winters, but this week we are having a cold snap.5. IguanasDefinition: Large lizards with a long tail that come from tropical areas like Central America.Example: In Florida, you can sometimes see green iguanas sitting in the trees.6. ApparentlyDefinition: Used to say that something seems to be true based on what you have heard or seen, but you are not 100% certain.Example: Apparently, it is going to rain tomorrow, so bring an umbrella.7. UnusuallyDefinition: In a way that is not common or normal; surprisingly.Example: It is unusually quiet in the classroom today.8. Cold-BloodedDefinition: An animal that cannot control its own body temperature; it becomes the same temperature as the air around it.Example: Snakes are cold-blooded, so they need the sun to get warm.9. HonestlyDefinition: Used to emphasize that you are telling the truth or your real opinion.Example: Honestly, I don't like cold weather at all.10. StunnedDefinition: Unable to move or react because of a shock (like a physical hit or extreme cold).Example: The lizard was stunned by the cold air and couldn't move its legs.11. Tropical ClimatesDefinition: Weather conditions that are generally hot and humid, usually found near the equator.Example: People who live in tropical climates are not used to wearing heavy winter coats.12. Freeze UpDefinition: To become stiff, solid, or unable to move because of the cold.Example: If you don't wear gloves, your fingers might freeze up.13. Thaw OutDefinition: To become warm again and stop being frozen.Example: We need to wait for the ice on the car window to thaw out.14. Spring BackDefinition: To quickly return to a normal active state after being pushed down or stopped.Example: The flowers looked dead in the winter, but they will spring back to life in May.15. Deal With ThisDefinition: To take action to solve a problem or handle a difficult situation.Example: My car is broken, and I don't have the money to deal with this right now.