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44. Is Binge-Watching Bad for You?
20 januari 2021 · 17 min
Everyone has binge-watched a TV show. Only a few weeks ago, I watched the Netflix show the Queen's Gambit in only 3 days. However, is binge-watching actually bad for you? In this episode, of thinking in English, we will look at what binge-watching is and then think about the benefits and consequences of doing it! Hopefully, by the end of the episode you will be able to express your own opinion on the topic. Lees meer
TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/01/20/44-is-binge-watching-bad-for-you/
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VOCABULARY LIST
Sitting (n) - a limited period of time during which you sit and do a particular activityI read that book in one sitting
Cliffhanger (n) - a story or a situation that is exciting because its ending or result is uncertain until it happens
Many of Hitchcock’s films are real cliffhangers
To indulge (v) - to allow yourself or another person to have something enjoyable, especially more than is good for you
I love champagne but i don’t often indulge myself
To admit (v) - to agree that something is true, especially unwillingly
She admitted making a mistake
Perspective (n) - a particular way of considering something
Her attitude lends a fresh perspective to the subject
Beneficial (adj) - helpful, useful, or good
A stay in the countryside will be beneficial to his health
Excessive (adj) - too much
Excessive exercise can sometimes cause health problems
Insomnia (n) - the condition of being unable to sleep, over a period of time
She suffered from insomnia caused by stress at work
Fulfilling (adj) - making you feel happy and satisfied
Nursing is hard work, but it can be very fulfilling
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43. Inauguration Day: All the Essential Vocabulary!!
18 januari 2021 · 16 min
On the 20th January, Joe Biden will officially replace Donald Trump as the President of the United States of America. This process is very traditional, and therefore uses traditional and specific vocabulary. Today’s episode will introduce some of the events that will take place on the 20th, and highlight some of the essential vocabulary you might notice! Lees meer
TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/01/18/43-inauguration-day-all-the-essential-vocabulary/
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Vocabulary List
To reverse (v) - to cause something to go in the opposite direction, order, or position
The Court of Appeal reversed the earlier judgment.
Restriction (n) - an official limit on something
I can’t wait for the coronavirus restrictions to be over
-elect (suffix) - used after the title of an official job to refer to someone who has been chosen by vote to do that job, but who has not yet started doing it:
Mr Theroux is chairman-elect of the Promotion Marketing Association.
To deliver (v) - to give or produce a speech
The President is scheduled to deliver a speech on foreign policy
Address (n) - a formal speech
She gave an address to the Royal Academy
Long-standing (adj) - having existed for a long time
It’s been our long-standing policy not to allow pets at the hotel
To honour (v) - to show great respect for someone or something, especially in public
I would be honoured to meet him
Parade (n) - a large number of people walking or in vehicles, all going in the same direction, usually as part of a public celebration of something:
To serve (v) - to work for; to do your duty to
He served in the army for 22 years
Oath (n) - a serious promise that you will tell the truth or that you will do what you have said
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42. Which Country has the Most Languages? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
13 januari 2021 · 21 min
There are thousands of languages in the world. Some are spoken by billions of people, others by less than one hundred! Which country has the most languages? In this episode I’ll answer that question, look at some of the languages spoken in that country, and try to explain why there are so many! Lees meer
TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/01/13/42-which-country-has-the-most-languages-english-vocabulary-lesson/
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VOCABULARY LIST
Diversity (n) - a range of different things or people
The wonderful diversity of our country’s wildlife is now under threat
Inhabitant (v) - a person or animal that lives in a particular place
That city has 5 million inhabitants
Linguistically (adv) - in a way that is connected with language or the study of language
Apparently Silicon Valley has become one of the most linguistically diverse places in America
Dialect (n) - a form of a language that people speak in a particular part of a country, containing some different words and grammar, etc.
The poem is written in northern dialect
Descend from (Phrasal v) - if one thing descend from or is descended from another, the later thing develops from the earlier thing
Romance languages are directly descended from Latin
Ancestor (n) - a person related to you who lived a long time ago
There were portraits of his ancestors on the walls of the room
Indigenous (adj) - existing naturally or having always lived in a place; native
The Navajos are among the indigenous people of North America
Colonist (n) - someone who lives in or goes to live in a country or area that is a colony
The first American colonists arrived in the 17th century
Creole (n) - a language that has developed from a mixture of languages
Many Afro-Caribbean Englishes are creoles
Tribe (n) - a group of people, often…
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41. Donald Trump, Twitter, and Free Speech (English Vocabulary Lesson)
11 januari 2021 · 18 min
As I'm sure you already know, a riot broke out in the capital of the USA recently as Donald Trump supporters invaded the US Congress. In the aftermath, Trump has been removed and banned from numerous social media platforms. On today’s episode, we will look at the events of January 6th, and then discuss the idea of free speech. Free speech has been a major talking point after the banning of Trump. Should social media sites have the right to ban users because of what they say or believe? Lees meer
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VOCABULARY LIST
To evacuate (v) - to move people from a dangerous place to somewhere safe
The police evacuated the village shortly after the explosion
To discredit (v) - to cause people to stop respecting someone or believing in an idea of person
Evidence of links with criminals discredited the mayor
To intimidate (v) - to frighten or threaten someone, usually in order to persuade them to so something that you want them to do
They were intimidated into accepting a pay cut by the threat of losing their jobs
To cover (v) - to report the news about a particular important event
She is covering the American election for BBC television
To excuse (v) - to forgive someone
We cannot excuse him for these crimes
Freely (adv) - without being controlled or limited
Exotic foods are freely available in supermarkets
To moderate (v) - to manage a public discussion
The local TV anchorman is going to moderate the debate
Personality (n) - a famous person
The show is hosted by a popular TV personality
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40. What is the Most Expensive City in the World? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
6 januari 2021 · 14 min
How expensive is the city you live in? Recently, the Economist Intelligence Unit has released its ranking of the most expensive cities in the world. The episode will look at the results of this ranking, as well as talk about some of the trends in price increases or decreases and the reasons behind these trends! Lees meer
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VOCABULARY LIST
To rank (v) - to have a position a higher or lower than others, or to be considered to have such a positionShe ranked the bottle in order of size along the shelf
Inexpensive (adj) - not costing a lot of money
That is an inexpensive perfume
To drop (v) - to move to a lower level, or cause something to move to a lower level
We had to drop our prices because of the recession
Habit (n) - something that you do often and regularly, sometimes without knowing that you are doing it
Members of the public were asked about their shopping habits
To embrace (v) - to accept something enthusiastically
He embraced the opportunity
Vice (n) - a moral fault or weakness in someone’s character
My one real vice is chocolate
To cope (v) - to deal successfully with a difficult situation
It must be really hard to cope with three young children and a job
To plummet (v) - to fall very quickly and suddenly
House prices have plummeted in recent months
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39. BREXIT: All the Essential Vocabulary! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
4 januari 2021 · 28 min
Brexit. I’m sure you must have heard about Brexit at some point in the last four years, and the UK finally left the EU on January 1st 2020. I often get asked about Brexit by English students and foreign friends, and one of the biggest challenges people face is the vocabulary. It can be complicated, confusing, and full of political and economic jargon! So on this episode, I will introduce some of the key vocabulary that could help you to understand and read about Brexit! Lees meer
TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2021/01/04/39-brexit-all-the-essential-vocabulary-english-vocabulary-lesson/
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VOCABULARY LIST
Departure (n) - the act leaving somewhere, or an occasion when this happens
Our departure was delayed because of bad weather
Union (n) - the act or the state of being joined together
The debate on European political and monetary union continues
To coin (v) - to invent a new word or expression, or to use one in a particular way for the first time
Allen Ginsberg coined the term “flower power”
Divisive (adj) - used to describe something that causes great and sometimes unfriendly disagreement within a group of people
The Vietnam war was an extremely divisive issue in the US
To trigger (v) - to cause something to start
Some people find that certain food trigger their headaches
To reach (v) - to achieve something after careful thought or discussion
After hours of discussion, the committee finally reached a decision
Tariff (n) - a charge for services or on goods entering a country
The US has imposed new tariffs on chocolate from Brazil
Regulation (n) - an official rule or the act of controlling something
New safety regulations have been brought in
contention (n) - the disagreement that results from opposing arguments
There’s a lot of contention about …
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38. New Year's Resolutions! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
30 december 2020 · 21 min
2020 is almost over! What a strange and unforgettable year it has been! In this episode, we are going to look at New Year’s resolutions. And if you listen until the end, I will give you some suggestions for English learning related New Year’s resolutions that you can try yourself! Lees meer
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VOCABULARY LIST
To alter (v) - to change something, usually slightly, or to cause the characteristics of something to change
We’ve had to alter some of our plans
To socialise (v) - To spend time when you are not working with friends or with other people in order to enjoy yourself
I tend to not socialise with my colleagues
resolution (n) - a promise to yourself to do or to not do something
I made a resolution to give up chocolate
trait (n) - a particular characteristic that can produce a particular type of behaviour
His sense of humour is one of his better traits
Cliché (n) - a saying or remark that is very often made and is therefore not original and not interesting
People always use cliches in job interviews
unachievable (adj) - an unachievable task, ambition, etc. is one that is impossible to achieve
It may be an unachievable goal, but you set your targets as high as you possibly can
spontaneously (adv) - in a way that is natural, often sudden, and not planned or forced
Hundred of people spontaneously appeared at the house for a party
satisfied (adj) - pleased because you have got what you wanted, or because something has happened in the way that you wanted
Some people are never satisfied!
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37. Money: Essential English Vocabulary!!
28 december 2020 · 22 min
On today’s episode, let's talk about money. Whether you love the idea of money, or hate it, money is undoubtedly one of the most important parts of our modern world! As an important part of our culture, money has obviously impacted our language. There are hundreds, if not thousands, of different ways to refer to or talk about money; although I can't introduce you to all of these, this episode will give you a few interesting alternatives to add to your vocabulary. I’ll also suggest a few money-related idioms you could try to use! Lees meer
TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2020/12/28/37-money-essential-english-vocabulary/
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VOCABULARY LIST
Good (n) - things for sale, or the things that you own
There is a 25 percent discount on all electrical goods until the end of the week
To barter (v) - to exchange goods for other things rather than for money
He bartered his stamp collection for her comics.
To negotiate (v) - to have formal discussions with someone in order to reach an agreement with them
I’m negotiating for a new contract
Currency (n) - the money that is used in a particular country at a particular time
19 European countries use the Euro as their currency
Slang (n) - very informal language that is usually spoken rather than written
“Chicken” is slang for someone who isn’t brave
Colloquial (adj) - (of words and expressions) informal and more suitable for use in speech than in writing
English is full of colloquial terms and phrases
Simultaneously (adv) - in a way that is simultaneous (= happening or being done at exactly the same time)
Two children answered the teacher’s question simultaneously
Budget (n) - the amount of money you have available to spend
The school budget is going to be cut again
Mainstream (adj) - considered normal, and having or…
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36. Christmas Special: Christmas Idioms, Phrases, and Sayings (English Vocabulary Lesson)
23 december 2020 · 15 min
Hello and Merry Christmas! This episode is probably being released on Christmas eve, so there is no better time to learn some Christmassy words!! Learn some festive themed idioms, phrases, and sayings to boost your Christmas vocabulary! Lees meer
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Vocabulary list
Intrinsic (adj) - being an extremely important and basic characteristic of a person or thing
Maths is an intrinsic part of the school curriculum
To associate (v) - to connect someone or something in your mind with someone or something else
Most people associate this brand with good quality
Ecstatic (adj) - extremely happy
The new president was greeted by an ecstatic crowd
Loosely (adv) - not exactly
The film is loosely based on a novel by John Smith
Illogical (adj) - not reasonable, wise, or practical, usually because directed by the emotions rather than by careful thought
It is an illogical statement, because if one part is true, then the other must be false
Insignificant (adj) - small or not noticeable, and therefore not considered important
Why bother arguing about such an insignificant amount of money?
Intention (n) - something that you want and plan to do
I’ve no intention of changing my plans just to fit in with his
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35. How to improve your writing skills!
21 december 2020 · 19 min
On today’s episode, I'm hoping to give you some tips to improve your writing skills! Writing is one of the key language skills, and often students want to know how they can get better! We’ll look at some of the reasons writing is important to practice, and then I'll offer some advice on how to improve! Lees meer
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VOCABULARY LIST
To reinforce (v) - to make something stronger
The pockets on my jeans are reinforced with double stitching
Aspect (n) - one part of a situation, problem, subject, etc.
Which aspects of your job do you most enjoy?
Element (n) - a part of something
The movie has all the elements of a blockbuster
Flow (n) - if discussions or ideas flow, people talk and exchange information in a relaxed way
Ideas flow more easily in an atmosphere of trust
Factor (n) - a fact or situation that influences the result of something
People’s voting habits are influenced by political, social, and economic factors
Perfection (n) - the state of being complete and correct in every way
In his quest for physical perfection, he spends hours in the gym
To express (v) - to communicate what you think or feel, by speaking or writing, or in some other way
Children often express themselves in painting
To analyse - to study or examine something in detail, in order to discover more about it
Researchers analysed the purchases of 6,300 households
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34. Should Zoos Exist?: A Discussion of the Benefits and Controversies Surrounding Zoos (English Vocabulary Lesson)
16 december 2020 · 19 min
On today’s episode we are going to discuss the controversy and debate surrounding zoos! Are zoos vital organisations because they promote scientific research and public education, and save animals on the verge of extinction? Or are zoos terrible prisons with no educational value that damage animals physically and psychologically? Lees meer
TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2020/12/16/34-should-zoos-exist-a-discussion-of-the-benefits-and-controversies-surrounding-zoos-english-vocabulary-lesson/
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VOCABULARY LIST
Controversial (adj) - causing disagreement or discussion
The book was very controversial
To struggle (v) - to experience difficulty and make a very great effort in order to do something
I’ve been struggling to understand this article all afternoon
Logistically (adv) - in a way that involves the careful organization of a complicated activity
In theory, this is a great idea, but logistically, it's a nightmare
Aristocrat (n) - a person of high social rank who belongs to the aristocracy
Many aristocrats were killed in the French Revolution
Conservation (n) - the protection of plants, animals, and natural areas from the damaging effects of human activity
Wildlife conservation is an important idea in a number of African countries
Biodiversity (n) - the number and types of plants and animals that exist in a particular area in the world, and the problems of protecting this
Much of this area’s biodiversity is threatened by climate change
Captive (adj) - (of a person or animal) having limited ability to move or act freely because of being kept in a space
If it is successful, releasing captive animals into the wild could restore the population to over 500 this year!
Habitat (n) - the natural environment in which an animal or plant usually lives
With s…
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33. How to ask excellent questions! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
14 december 2020 · 19 min
On today’s episode, we are going to look at how to ask great questions! Asking questions is one of the most important skills in daily life, but most people do not realise we can practice and improve! I’ll look at why questions are important, the mistakes we often make when asking questions, and then some tips on how to improve! Lees meer
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Vocabulary List
To clarify (v) - to make something clear or easier to understand by giving more details or a simpler explanation
Could you clarify the first point please? I don’t understand it completely.
Tremendous (adj) - very great in amount or level, or extremely good
They were making a tremendous amount of noise last night
respective (adj) - relating or belonging to each of the separate people or things you have just mentioned
Everyone would walk to school together then afterwards we’d go to our respective classes
To fuel (v) - something that fuels a feeling or a type of behaviour increases it or makes it stronger
The president’s speech fuelled speculation that she is about to resign
eager (adj) - wanting very much to do or have something, especially something interesting or enjoyable
He is very eager to meet you
apathetic (adj) - showing no interest or energy and unwilling to take action, especially over something important
Young people today are so apathetic about politics
To bias (v) - to cause someone or something to have a bias (bias is the action of supporting or opposing a particular person or thing in an unfair way, because of allowing personal opinions to influence your judgement)
I don’t want to bias your judgement!
Intrusive (adj) - affecting someone in a way that annoys them or makes them feel un…
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32. The Oxford Dictionary Words of the Year 2020! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
10 december 2020 · 18 min
Today, i want to introduce you to some of the Oxford English Dictionary’s 2020 words of the year. For the first time ever, the Oxford Dictionary was unable to choose one single standout word from the previous 12 months. Instead, as a consequence of the unprecedented events of 2020, they have highlighted a number of highly significant developments in our vocabulary! So I’m going to introduce you to some of the words and phrases included in the “Word of the Year” report! Lees meer
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Vocabulary List
Unprecedented (adj) - never having happened or existed in the past
This century has witnessed environmental destruction on an unprecedented level
Prominent (adj) - very well known and important
He is a prominent politician in his country
Lexicographer (n) - a person whose job is to write dictionaries
My friend wants to be a lexicographer
momentous (adj) - very important because of effects on future events
Whether or not to move overseas was a momentous decision for the family
To encompass (v) - to include different types of things
The festival is to encompass everything from music, theatre, and ballet to literature, cinema, and the visual arts
Linguistic (adj) - connected with language or the study of language
She is researching the linguistic development of young children
Epidemiologist (n) - someone who studies diseases and how they are found, spread, and controlled in groups of people
They are epidemiologists studying the causes of diseases
To impeach (v) - to make a formal statement saying that a public official is guilty of a serious offence in connection with their job, especially in the US
The governor was impeached for wrongful u…
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31. The Downfall of Quibi: The Story of an Expensive Failure! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
9 december 2020 · 15 min
Today we will discuss the failure of Quibi! I guess many of you are asking, “what is Quibi?” You’re probably not alone. Quibi was supposed to be the next big thing in online videos, attracting billions of dollars in investments before it launched earlier this year. On the 1st December, however, Quibi ended for ever. We’ll look at the history of Quibi, its unique selling points, and talk about why it failed. Lees meer
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Vocabulary List
Platform (n) - a method of communication or entertainment like television, radio, or the internet
This podcast is available on a number of podcasting platforms, including Apple podcasts, Spotify, and Google podcasts!
content (n) - the information and experiences that are directed to an end-user or audience
She has been producing Youtube content for 5 years!
To tailor (v) - to adjust something to suit a particular need or situation
Their services are tailored to client’s needs
amalgamation (n) - the action or process of uniting or merging two or more things
Opera is an amalgamation of singing, acting, and stagecraft
Orientation (n) - arrangement or direction
The building has an east-west orientation
To consume (v) - to use something such as fuel, energy, money, content or time, especially in large quantities
This device will monitor how much energy your household appliances are consuming at any time
To break down (Phrasal v) - to break down something such as idea or statement means to separate it into smaller parts in order to make it easier to understand or deal with
The report breaks down the results region by region
Up-and-coming (adj) - likely to achieve success soon or in the near future
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30. Germany Removes Nazi Words from the German Phonetic Alphabet: How much do you know about the history of your vocabulary?? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
6 december 2020 · 14 min
How much do you know about the history of your languages? Where do the words come from, and why do we use them? Today’s episode will look at the recent news Germany is removing some words of Nazi origins from its phonetic alphabet. Although most German’s were unaware of the history of these terms, the regular use has been considered problematic. Are there any words in your languages that have offensive origins? Lees meer
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Vocabulary List
Take… for granted (Phrasal V) - to believe something to be the truth without even thinking about it
I didn’t realise you hadn’t been to college -I suppose I just took it for granted
Quirk (n) - an unusual habit or part of someone’s personality, or something that is strange or unexpected
There is a quirk in the rules that allows you to invest money without paying tax
Mutually (adv) - felt or done by two or more people or groups in the same way
It will be a mutually beneficial project
Unintelligible (adj) - not able to be understood
He muttered something unintelligible
Despicable (adj) - very unpleasant or bad, causing strong feelings of dislike
He’s a despicable human being
Phonetic (adj) - using special signs to represent the different sounds made by the voice in speech
Pronunciations are shown in this dictionary using the International Phonetic Alphabet
Bureaucratic (adj) - relating to a system of controlling or managing a country, company, or organization that is operated by a large number of officials
The company was inefficient because it was highly bureaucratic
Notorious (adj) - famous for something bad
The company is n…
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29. China Lands on the Moon: Are we on the Verge of a New Space Race? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
3 december 2020 · 14 min
On today’s episode we are going to discuss the news that China has landed another probe on the surface of the moon. The Chinese mission intends to collect rock samples to bring back to Earth; the first time this will happen for over 40 years. Why is China interested in space exploration? Are we on the verge of a new space race? What is the scientific importance of moon rocks? We’ll look at all these questions and more on today’s episode! Lees meer
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Vocabulary
Ensuing (adj) - happening after something and because of it
An argument broke out and in the ensuing fight someone got hurt
Proxy war (n) - a war fought between groups or smaller countries that each represent the interests of other larger powers, and may have help and support from these
The USA and USSR fought a proxy war in Korea
Capability (n) - the ability to do something
These tasks are beyond my capabilities
Probe (n) - a small spacecraft, with no one travelling in it, sent into space to make measurements and send back information to scientists on earth
There is currently a space probe heading towards the sun!
To analyse (v) - to study or examine something in detail, in order to discover more about it
Researchers analysed the purchases of 6300 households
Volcanic (adj) - of, or relating to, or made by a volcano
They were not expecting the volcanic eruption
Overdrive (n) - a state of great activity, effort, or hard work
The cast of the play was in overdrive rehearsing for the first performance
Lunar (adj) - of or relating to the moon
The lunar eclipse was beautiful
Comprehension Questions
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28. Is Tesla really worth $500 million? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
1 december 2020 · 19 min
On today’s episode we are going to discuss the news that Tesla is now worth over $500 billion! This is considerably more than any other car manufacturer! Is Tesla really worth $500 billion? Why has the company's value increased so much over the last year? How can a company that produces few cars be worth more than many of its competitors combined? Lees meer
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Gruelling (adj) - extremely tiring and difficult, and demanding great effort and determination
Runners are taking part in a gruelling 100-mile race in the mountains
Value (n) - the amount of money that can be received for something. Also included in this episode are the verb ‘to value’ (meaning to give a judgement about how much money something should be sold for) and the noun ‘valuation’ (which is the act of saying how much something is worth)
The value of the pound fell against other currencies
Profitable (adj) - making or likely to make a profit
Over the years it has developed into a highly profitable business
Quarterly (adj,adv) - done or produced four times a year
The magazine will be produced quarterly
Consecutive (adj) - following one after another without interruption
We’ve had five consecutive days of rain
-fold (suffix) - multiplied by the stated number - if i start with $5, then it increases threefold, i now have $15!
In the last 50 years, there has been a 33-fold increase in the amount of chemicals used in farming
To deem (v) - to consider or judge something in a particular way
The area has now been deemed safe
Consistently (adv) - in a way that does not change
The president has consistently denied the rumours
To fluctuate (v) - to change, especially cont…
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27. Incredibly Useful English Idioms| Ideal for Business English, IELTS, Study Abroad, and more! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
29 november 2020 · 18 min
‘Ahead of the pack,’ ‘smooth sailing,’ ‘corner the market.’ English is full of idioms like these three I just mentioned. In order to be able to work, study, or live in a native English speaking environment, understanding and comprehending idioms is a vital skill! For that reason, this episode will introduce you to some common idioms that are especially useful for business situations. However, they will also be beneficial to anyone who wants to study abroad, understand English TV shows or movies, or even just enjoys studying languages! Lees meer
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Vocabulary
To accelerate (v) - to move more quickly, or to make something happen faster or sooner
He accelerated rapidly to pass a car!
Glitch (n) - a small problem or fault that prevents something from being successful or working as well as it should
The system has been plagued with glitches ever since its launch!
Initiative (n) - a new plan or process to achieve something or solve a problem
The government launched their new education initiative last week!
To blink (v) - when you blink, you close and then open your eyes quickly once or several times, and when an eye blinks, it does this
You’ve got something in your eye - try blinking a few times!
Standard (n) - a level of quality
This essay is not of an acceptable standard - do it again!
Manufacturer (n) - a company that produces goods in large numbers
Japan is a major manufacturer of vehicles!
Towering (adj) - very high or very great
The baseball player hit a towering home run!
Howling (adj) - (of wind) blowing hard and making a lot of noise
The hurricane’s howling winds just missed the island!
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26. Should University be Free? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
26 november 2020 · 21 min
On today’s episode, we are going to look at the idea of free education. Should university be free? This question has been debated for many years. The costs have been rising every year, and more and more graduates are struggling with large amounts of debt. In particular, poorer students are normally those who need to borrow the most money. Should they be punished for wanting to educate themselves? Should taxpayers pay for the education of other people? All of these questions will be addressed in today’s episode of thinking in English! Lees meer
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Proportion (n) - the number or amount of something when compared to the whole
Children make up a large proportion of the world’s population!
Tuition (n) - teaching, especially when given to a small group or one person, such as in a college or university
All students receive tuition in maths!
To saddle with (Phrasal v) - to give someone a responsibility or problem that they do not want and thus will cause them a lot of work or difficulty
The company is saddled with debt!
Crippling (adj) - causing serious injuries or harm
The bomb attack dealt a crippling blow to tourism in the country!
Default (n) - a failure to do something, such as pay a debt, that you legally have to do
Any default on your mortgage payments may mean you will lose your house!
Burden (n) - something difficult or unpleasant that you have to deal with or worry about
Buying a house is often a large financial burden on young people!
Notably (adv) - important and deserving attention
Other sports have had work stoppages, most notably baseball!
Vocational (adj) - providing skills and education that prepare you for a job
The school offer…
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25. Who am I?? My self introduction and why I started Thinking in English! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
24 november 2020 · 18 min
To celebrate the 25th episode of Thinking in English, today I've made a slightly different episode! I decided it's time to introduce myself to all of the listeners, let you know my background, and talk about why I started Thinking in English!! Lees meer
Transcript! - http://thinkinginenglish.blog/2020/11/24/25-who-am-i-my-self-introduction-and-why-i-started-thinking-in-english-english-vocabulary-lesson/
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Vocabulary List
Milestone (n) - an important event in the development or history of something or in someone’s lifeWe’ve been married now for 20 years, a real milestone
Stereotypical (adj) - with the qualities that people usually expect of a particular type of person or thing, although this idea may be wrong
Managers need to leave behind their stereotypical ideas about women
Institution (n) - a large and important organization, such as a university or bank
This institution is over 800 years old!
To fascinate (v) - to interest someone a lot
Science has always fascinated me!
To comprehend (v) - to understand something completely
He doesn’t seem to comprehend the scale of the problem!
Colonial (adj) - relating to a colony or colonisation
Various parts of Africa have suffered under colonial rule!
Dissertation (n) - a long piece of writing on a particular subject, especially one that is done in order to receive a degree at college or university
Ann did her dissertation on Karl Marx
Immense (adj) - extremely large in size or degree
They spent an immense amount of time getting the room ready for their guests!
Indigenous (adj) - naturally existing in a place or country rather than arriving from another place
The indigenous people of Australia have suffered for many years!
To scupper (v) - to cause something such as a plan or an opportunity to fail
Arriving late …
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24. Virgin Hyperloop and The Future of Transportation! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
22 november 2020 · 14 min
On today’s episode I want to look at the future of transport! Virgin Hyperloop trialled their new technology earlier this month, raising a number of questions about how we will move around in the future. Will cars no longer be needed? How will we travel? Is hyperloop the solution? These questions, and more, will be answered on today’s episode of Thinking in English!! Lees meer
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urban (adj) - relating to towns and cities
Over 82% of Texans live in urban areas
congested (adj) - to be crowded or blocked; congested road have too much traffic and it is difficult to move
Congested roads are normal on holiday weekends
To trial (v) - to test something in a formal way to discover how effective or suitable it is
We will trial the new drug in several hospitals
Pod (n) - a detachable or self-contained unit on an aircraft, spacecraft, vehicle, or vessel, having a particular function
The spacecraft has an escape pod for two people
vacuum (n) - a space without any gas or other matter in it, or a space from which most of the air or gas has been removed
Edison knew that he had to create a vacuum inside the lightbulb
levitation (n) - the act of rising or floating, or making someone rise or float, in the air without any physical support
Some superheroes have the power of levitation
To exceed (v) - To be greater than a number or amount, or to go past an allowed limit
The final cost should not exceed $5000
hypothetical (adj) - imagined or suggested but not necessarily real or true
Estimated return is based on a hypothetical $1000 investment
To project (v) - to calculate an amount or number expected in the future fro…
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23. UK Bans New Fossil Fuel Vehicles… by 2030 (English Vocabulary Lesson)
19 november 2020 · 15 min
On today’s episode we will look at the recent announcement that the UK will ban all new fossil fuel powered vehicles by 2030! As part of the UK’s “green industrial revolution”, people will be encouraged to move to electric cars instead of petrol or diesel powered ones. What else is part of the “green new deal”? Does it go far enough? We’ll look at these questions and more in this episode of Thinking in English! Lees meer
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fossil fuel (n) - fuels, such as gas, coal, and oil, that were formed underground from plant and animal remains millions of years ago
Many governments around the world are trying to replace fossil fuels with renewable energy sources
hybrid (n) - something that is a mixture of two very different things. So, a hybrid vehicle is a vehicle with an engine that used both petrol and another type of energy, usually electricity
Most car manufactures now offer hybrids
pole position (n) - the leading or best possible position
The supermarket chain is aiming to gain pole position in chosen markets
famine (n) - a situation in which there is not enough food for a great number of people, causing illness and death
Another crop failure could result in widespread famine
Drought (n) - a long period when there is little or no rain
This year a severe drought has ruined the crops
Emissions (n) - an amount of a substance that is produced and sent out into the air that is harmful to the environment, especially carbon dioxide
There are many health risks caused by vehicle emissions
Greenhouse gas (n) - one of several gases, especially carbon dioxide, that prevent heat from the earth escaping into space, causing the greenhouse effect
We need a global sys…
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22. The World's Largest Trade Deal!! What is RCEP? And What is Free Trade? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
18 november 2020 · 15 min
On today’s episode we’ll look at the recently signed Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, which brings together 15 Asian and Oceanic countries into the largest free trade agreement in the world. We’ll discuss the idea of free trade, look at the details of the agreement, and finally think about some criticisms of RCEP! Lees meer
Transcript - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2020/11/18/22-the-worlds-largest-trade-deal-what-is-rcep-and-what-is-free-trade-english-vocabulary-lesson/
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Vocabulary List
trade (n) - the activity of buying and selling, or exchanging, goods and/or services between people or countries
70 percent of the country’s trade is with Europe
gross domestic product (n) - the total value of goods and services produced by a country in one year
Apple makes more money than some countries' gross domestic products!
Intricacy (n) - complicated details
I enjoyed the film, but i couldn’t follow all the intricacies of the plot
Imports (n) - goods bought by one country from another
They have restrictions on foreign imports
Exports (n) - a product that you sell in another country
Coffee is one of Brazil’s main exports
Tariff (n) - a charge or list of charges either for services or goods entering a country
Prices and tariffs change all the time, so it’s difficult to say what you will get for your money
Limitations (n) - if someone or something has limitations, they are not as good as they could be
Despite his limitations as a manger, he always brings projects to completion on time
Component (n) - a part that combines with other parts to from something bigger
The factory supplies electrical components for cars
Comprehension Questions!
Q. How much of the global gross domestic product comes from RCEP members?
A. Around 30%
Q. What percentage of tariff…
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21. Phrasal Verbs Perfect for Formal Situations!! | Ideal for IELTS, TOEFL, Business, University and much more! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
15 november 2020 · 15 min
On today’s episode I want to introduce a few phrasal verbs that are suitable for formal English! Phrasal verbs can be confusing; are they formal or informal? How do we use them? When do we use them? Hopefully by the end of this episode you’ll be able to use seven phrasal verbs that are perfect for business, IELTS or TOEFL exams, and other formal situations! Lees meer
Transcript - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2020/11/15/21-phrasal-verbs-perfect-for-formal-situations-ideal-for-ielts-toefl-business-university-and-much-more-english-vocabulary-lesson/
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Vocabulary List
To distinguish (v) - to notice or understand the difference between two things, or to make one person or thing seem different from another
It is important to distinguish between business and pleasure
To specify (v) - to explain or describe something clearly and exactly
He said we should meet but didn’t specify a time
indirect (adj) - happening in addition to an intended result, often in a way that is complicated or not obvious
Indirect effects of the war include disease and food shortages
Boastful (adj) - praising yourself and what you have done
He was confident, not boastful
jet lag (n) - the feeling of tiredness and confusion that people experience after making a long journey by plane to a place where the time is different from the place they left
Every time i fly to the USA, I get really bad jet lag
Venture (n) - new activity, usually in business, that involves risk or uncertainty
She advised us to look abroad for more lucrative business ventures
To reduce (v) - to become or to make something become smaller in size, amount, degree, importance, etc
Do nuclear weapons really reduce the risk of war?
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20. What is Universal Basic Income? A Good Idea? Or An Expensive Waste of Money? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
12 november 2020 · 17 min
On today’s episode I want to discuss the idea of Universal Basic Income. This is a highly debated and controversial topic, with strong arguments on both sides! Would providing all residents or citizens of a country with small amounts of money on a regular basis improve people's lives? Or is it an Expensive Waste of Money? Or are there better methods? We’ll address these questions and more in this episode of Thinking in English Lees meer
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unprecedented (adj) - never having happened or existed in the past
Unemployment has reached an unprecedented level
To adapt (v) - to change, or to change something, to suit different conditions or uses
Sometimes we have to adapt the design to suit the customers requirements
unconditionally (adj) - in a way that is complete and not limited in any way
He thanked his mother for being unconditionally supportive
Automation (n) - the use of machines and computers that can operate without needing human control
Automation will reduce the need for a large, highly skilled workforce
Detractor (n) - someone who criticizes something or someone, often unfairly
His detractors claim that his personality makes him unsuitable for leadership
Proponent (n) - a person who speaks publicly in support of a particular idea or plan of action
He is one of the leading proponents of capital punishments
To attribute (v) - to say or think that something is the result of a particular thing
Her success can be attributed to three main factors
Implementation (n) - the act of starting to use a plan or system
There will be a delay in implementation of the new regulations
To exacerbate (v) - to make something th…
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19. Eight Useful Business English Idioms! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
11 november 2020 · 15 min
On today’s episode I want to introduce you to eight incredibly useful business English idioms! These idioms will make you sound like a native speaker in no time! Lees meer
Transcript - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2020/11/11/19-eight-useful-business-english-idioms/
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Vocabulary List
crucial (adj) - extremely important or necessary
Her work has been crucial to the project’s success
To appreciate (v) - to recognize how good someone or something is and to value him, her, or it
There’s no point buying him expensive wines - he doesn’t appreciate them
Norm (n) - an accepted standard or a way of behaving or doing things that most people agree with
Europe has a variety of cultural, political and ethical norms
Auditor (n) - someone whose job is to carry out an official examination of the accounts of a business and to produce a report
The external auditors come in once a year
Engage in small talk (idiom) - to chat with someone about simple topics such as the weather or one’s career
If you think that girl is pretty, why don’t you go over and engage in small talk?
To arise (v) - to happen
If any complications arise, let me know and i’ll help
Idioms covered
Big picture
By the book
Get down to business
Hands are tied
Learn the ropes
On the same page
See eye to eye
Touch base
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18. What is Democracy? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
8 november 2020 · 17 min
On today’s episode, we will look at democracy. What is democracy? What does democracy look like? Is democracy the best type of government? Lees meer
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VOCABULARY LIST
Under the spotlight (idiom) - if someone or something is under the spotlight, they are thoroughly examined, especially by journalists and the public
The new tax law has put his earnings under the spotlight
ultimate (adj) - most important
My managers will make the ultimate decision about who to employ
Feasible (adj) - able to made, done, or achieved
With some extra resources, the project will be feasible
contemporary (adj) - existing or happening now
I don’t like contemporary art
To govern (v) - to control and direct the public business of a country, city, group of people etc
The country is governed by a military regime
Assembly (n) - the process of coming together, or the state of being together
The constitution protects freedom of assembly
To incorporate (v) - to include something as part of something larger
This car incorporates several new safety features
judicial (adj) - relating to or done by courts or judges or the legal system
The supreme court is the judicial branch of the government
consolidated (adj) - made stronger and more certain
His power was consolidated after his reelection
legitimacy (n) - the quality of being legal, reasonable and acceptable
The lawyers expressed serious doubts about the legitimacy of military action
Comprehension Questions
Q.Where did democracy start?
A.Ancient Greece
Q.Who is one of my favorite philosophers?
A.Rousseau
Q.Who said “democracy is the worst form of government, except for all the others”?
A.WInston Churchill
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17. Bonfire Night: A Unique British Festival With An Explosive History! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
6 november 2020 · 19 min
On today’s episode, I want to introduce you to a traditional British festival and celebration that you probably haven't heard of before! Bonfire Night, held on November 5th every year, is a day when we set off fireworks, light fires, and so on! However, it is the history connected to religious disagreements and failed terrorist plots that is the most interesting part! Lees meer
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ubiquitous (adj) - seeming to be everywhere
Many languages are under threat from the ubiquitous spread of English
To repress (v) - to control what people do, and prevent feelings, desires, or ideas from being expressed
The government repressed all reports from the region
unified (adj) - brought together, combined, or united
The politicians find themselves unusually unified on this policy
To persecute (v) - to treat someone unfairly or cruelly over a long period of time because of their race, religion, or political beliefs
Religious minorities were persecuted during his regime
The establishment (n) - the important and powerful people who control a country or an organization, especially those who support the existing situation
Critics said judges were on the side of the establishment
uprising (n) - an act of opposition, sometimes using violence, by many people in one area of a country against those who are in power
There was a popular uprising in the capital
Conspirator (n) - a person who plans secretly with other people to do something bad, illegal, or against someone's wishes
He was a conspirator in the revolution
To smuggle (v) - to take things or people to or from a place secretly and often illegally
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16. Should we have the right to die? (English Vocabulary Lesson
4 november 2020 · 16 min
On today’s episode, we will discuss the question should euthanasia or assisted suicide be legal? With New Zealand recently voting in support of an euthanasia law, we will look at some of the arguments and debates surrounding the issue! Lees meer
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referendum (n) - a vote in which all the people in a country or area are asked to give their opinion about or decide an important political or social question
A nationwide referendum will be held to decide the issue
deliberately (adv) - intentionally; on purpose
He did it deliberately to annoy me
To relieve (v) - to make an unpleasant feeling, such as pain or worry, less strong
She was give painkillers to relieve the pain
Suffering (n) - physical or mental pain that a person or animal is feeling
War causes widespread human suffering
terminal (of a disease or illness) (adj) - leading to gradual death
She has terminal cancer
Compassionate (adj) - showing a strong feeling of sympathy and sadness for the suffering or bad luck of others and a wish to help them
The public’s response to the crisis appeal was generous and compassionate
dignity (n) - calm, serious, and controlled behaviour that makes people respect you
I think everyone should be able to die with dignity
Burden (n) - something difficult or unpleasant that you have to deal with or worry about
My elderly mother worries that she is a burden to me
Physician (n) - a medical doctor, especially one who has general skill and is not a surgeon
My brother is a physician
incompatible (adj) - not able to exist or work with another person or thing because of basic differences
Maintaining high quality is incompatible with increasing output
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15. Election Day Vocabulary!! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
1 november 2020 · 18 min
On today’s episode, the final episode in this series on US election vocabulary, we will look at the Election Day. Who can vote? Where do they vote? How do they voter? When will the results be announced? When will the winner become president? These questions, and the vocabulary connected to them, will be answered in today's episode of Thinking in English! If you haven’t already, make sure you listen to episodes 6, 9, and 12 for even more political vocabulary!! Lees meer
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To go to the polls (v) - to vote
The USA will go to the polls on November 3rd
To cast (v) - to vote
All the votes in the election have now been cast and counting has begun
absentee (n) - someone who is absent
If you can’t vote on election day, you can vote using an absentee ballot
intimidation (n) - the action of frightening or threatening someone, usually in order to persuade them to do something that you want them to do
As the election approaches, it will be difficult to prevent voter intimidation and fraud
invalidation (n) - the action of stopping a document, ticket, law, etc. from being legal or officially acceptable
Voting fraud led to the invalidation of the election
To tamper (v) - to make changes to something that you should not, usually without enough knowledge of how it works or when you are trying to damage it
I could see immediately that the lock had been tampered with
suppression (n) -the act of preventing something from being seen or expressed or from operating
The suppression of free speech
electorate (n) - all the people who are allowed to vote
The electorate chose Barack Obama as the next President of the USA
surge (n) - a sudden and great increase
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14. What is Halloween? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
30 oktober 2020 · 16 min
On today’s episode, we will look at the spookiest holiday in the western world. What are the origins of Halloween? Why do we dress up in costumes, carve pumpkins, and trick or treat? All of these questions, and more, will be discussed on this episode of Thinking in English! Lees meer
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VOCABULARY LIST
Clad (adj) - (of people) dressed, or (of things) covered
A strange figure appeared in the doorway, clad in white
Garment (n) - a piece of clothing
He’s fussy about how his garments fit
To sacrifice (v) - to kill an animal or person and offer them to a god or gods
They sacrificed a sheep to their god
Sacrifice (n) - the animal or thing that is offered/sacrificed
The people offered a sheep as a sacrifice
To dress up (phrasal v) - to put on special clothes in order to change your appearance
He dressed up as a cowboy for the party
To celebrate (v) - to take part in special enjoyable activities in order to show that a particular occasion is important
We always celebrate our wedding anniversary by going out to dinner
Bonfire (n) - a large fire that is made outside to burn unwanted things, or for pleasure
We built a bonfire on the beach
To land (v) - to arrive on land from the sea or air
We should land at Paris Airport in 15 minutes
Roots (plural n) - origins
This city can trace its roots back to roman times
COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS
When is Halloween?
31st October
Which ancient festival was the origin of Halloween?
Samhain
How much do Americans spend on Halloween annually?
$6billion
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13. Local Citizenship!! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
27 oktober 2020 · 15 min
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On today’s episode, we will discuss the idea of Local citizenship! When national governments can’t, or don’t want to, deal with immigrant populations, it falls to local governments and decision makers to make proactive policies!
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VOCABULARY
To be concentrated (passive v) - to bring or come together in a large number or amount in one particular area
Most of the country’s population is concentrated in the north
To delegate (v) - to give a particular job, duty, right, etc. to someone else so that they do it for you
As a boss you have to delegate responsibilities to your staff
To devolve (v) - to cause power or responsibility to be given to other people
To be a good manager, you must know how to devolve responsibility downwards
vague (adj) - not clearly expressed, known, described, or decided
I do have a vague memory of meeting her many years ago
Decision-maker (n) - a person who decides things, especially at a high level in an organisation
She faces long hours and extreme pressure in her position as the top decision-maker in the company
Proactive (adj) - taking action by causing change and not only reacting to change when it happens
Companies are going to have to be more proactive about environmental management
fortunate (adj) - lucky
You’re very fortunate to have found such a nice house
supplementary (adj) - added to something else in order to improve it or complete it
Teachers often create supplementary materials for their classes
To contradict (v) - to say the opposite of what someone else has said, or to be so different from another fact or statement that one of them must be wrong
COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS
Q. What are some of the social and economic problems c…
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12. Even more US political vocabulary! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
25 oktober 2020 · 20 min
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On today’s episode, we will continue our series of episodes focusing on vocabulary to help you understand the US election! With less than two weeks left, there is no better time to learn some new political words!
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VOCABULARY
To compromise (v) - to accept that you will reduce your demands or change your opinion in order to reach an agreement with someone
Well, you want $400 and i say $300, so lets compromise on $350
Psychological (adj) - relating to the human mind and feelings
We are concerned with the physical and psychological well-being of our employees
uncompromisingly (adv) - in a way that is fixed and not changing, even when this may cause difficulties
She was uncompromisingly hostile to him
To drift (v) - to move slowly, especially as a result of outside forces, with no control over direction
No one notices that the boat had begun to drift out to sea
irrelevant (adj) - not related to what is being discussed or considered and therefore not important
These documents are largely irrelevant to the present investigation
To bear (v) - to have or continue to have something
The stone plaque bearing his name was smashed to pieces
interpretation (n) - an explanation or opinion of what something means
The rules are vague and open to interpretation
To opt (v) - to make a choice, especially of one thing or possibly instead of others
Mike opted for early retirement
To funnel (v) - to send something directly and intentionally
No one knows who has been funneling weapons to the rebels
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11. “Tea” if by sea, “cha” if by Land: the history of tea, colonialism, and globalisation! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
23 oktober 2020 · 15 min
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On today’s episode, we will look at the history of word tea. With few exceptions, there are only 2 words for tea around the world. How did this happen? How is it connected to globalisation and colonialism?
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Vocabulary List
beverage (n) - a drink of any type.
Hot beverages include tea, coffee, and hot chocolate
puzzling (adj) - difficult to explain or understand
Interstellar is a rather puzzling film
Colonialism (n) - control by one country over another and its economy, or support for such control
The impact of colonialism is still felt throughout Africa
Globalisation (n) - the development of closer economic, cultural, and political relations among all the countries of the world as a result of travel and communication becoming easy
Optimists say globalisation means more cultural choices for everyone
Dialect (n) - a form of language that people speak in a particular part of a country, containing some different words and grammar
The poem is written in a northern dialect
Coastal (adj) - positioned on, or relating to the coast
In the UK, coastal towns are very busy in summer
Approximately (adv) - close to a particular number or time although not exactly that number or time
The job will take approximately three weeks, and cost approximately £1,000
COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS
Q. What is the name of the ancient trade route between China and the Middle East?
A.The Silk Road
Q. What country spread the word tea around the world?
A.The Netherlands (Dutch people)
Q.Where did Portugal trade from in Asia?
A. Macao
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10. Giant cat unearthed in the Peruvian desert!! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
21 oktober 2020 · 16 min
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On today’s episode, we will look at the new discovery of a giant cat carved into the hills of Peru. The Nazca lines are one of the most impressive and mysterious ancient sites, with an unknown history and complicated design!
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VOCABULARY LIST
To unearth (v) - to discover something in the ground
Building at the site was halted after human remains were unearthed earlier this month
To depict (v) - to represent or show something in a picture or story
The cave paintings depict a variety of human, bird and mythological figures and patterns
To etch (v) - to cut a pattern, picture, etc., in a surface
Rory ordered a baseball bat with his own name etched in the wood
Feline (n) - a member of the cat family
A wildlife park with tigers and various other felines
Erosion (n) - the fact of soil, stone, etc. being gradually damaged and removed by the waves, rain, or wind
Coastal erosion caused the cliff to collapse
fertile (adj) - fertile land can produce large number of good quality crops
In order to turn the deserts into fertile and productive land, engineers built a 800-mile canal
speculation (n) - the activity of guessing possible answers to a question without having enough information to be certain
News of the president’s illness fuelled speculation that an election will be held later in the year
Ritual (n) - a set of fixed actions and sometimes words performed regularly, especially as part of a ceremony
Coffee and the newspaper are part of my morning ritual
Comprehension Question
Q. Where are the Nazca lines located?
A. Peru
Q. How long is the cat etched into the hill?
A. 37m or 120 ft
Q. In 2014, which organisation activists smudged the sur…
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9. More Vocabulary for the US Presidential Election (English Vocabulary Lesson)
18 oktober 2020 · 22 min
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Today’s episode is the second in a short series focusing on vocabulary to help you understand the US presidential election. If you haven’t already, please listen to episode 6, titled Vocabulary for the US Presidential Election
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VOCABULARY LIST
Nuance (n) - a slight difference in appearance, meaning, sound etc
Linguists explore the nuances of language
Candidate (n) - a person who is competing to get a job or elected position
There are three candidates standing in the election
Weakness (n) - a particular part or quality of someone or something that is not good or effective
His main weakness as a worker is his inability to follow orders
veteran (adj) - having been involved in a particular activity for a long time
She is a veteran campaigner for human rights
office (n) - a position of authority and responsibility in a government or other organisation
The new President takes office on January 20th
To nominate (v) - to officially suggest someone for an election, job, position, or honour
He has been nominated by the Green party as their candidate in the next election
To allocate (v) - to decide officially that something should be given to a particular person
The primary election allocated all the delegates to Donald Trump
Ballot (n) - a system of secret voting
Representatives were elected by ballot
Obligated (adj) - morally or legally forced to do something
I felt obligated to speak up and defend my friend’s reputation
Battleground (n) - a place where an argument or competition is happening
Pennsylvania and Ohio are key battlegrounds in this year’s election
Comprehension Questions
Q. Joe Biden was a Senator in which state?
A. Delaware
Q. Ho…
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8. Multiculturalism: A solution to the problems of diversity? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
16 oktober 2020 · 15 min
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On today’s episode, we will discuss some ways different countries try to deal with immigrants. Some countries try to exclude immigrants from society, while others try to assimilate them. But could Multiculturalism be a better alternative?
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VOCABULARY LIST
Society (n) - the people who live in a particular country or area and their way of life and customs:
We live in a multicultural society
Desirable (adj) - worth having and wanted by most people
Medicine is regarded as a highly desirable career
Immigrant (n) - a person who has come to a different country in order to live there permanently
The USA has a large immigrant population
exclusionary (adj) - causing someone or something not to be allowed to take part in an activity or to enter a place:
The police set up an exclusionary zone around the crime scene
assimilation (n) - causing, or making, someone become part of a group, country, society etc
The assimilation of immigrants into American culture has been a constant feature of US history.
multicultural (adj) - relating to or including people from different cultures:
This company has a multicultural workforce
To Regulate (v) - to control something, especially by making it work in a particular way:
You can regulate the temperature in the house by adjusting the thermostat.
Discrimination (n) - treating a person or particular group of people differently, especially in a worse way from the way in which you treat other people, because of their skin colour, sex, sexuality, etc
The law has done little to prevent racial discrimination and inequality
Identity (n) - who a person is, or …
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7. What is in Subway's bread? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
14 oktober 2020 · 14 min
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On today’s episode, we will discuss the recent news that a court in Ireland has decided Subway’s bread is not bread, as well as looking at some of the implications
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VOCABULARY LIST
To scan (v) - to look through a text quickly in order to find a piece of information that you want or to get a general idea of what the text contains
Scan the newspaper article quickly and make a note of the main points.
intriguing (adj) - very interesting because of being unusual or mysterious
She has a very intriguing personality
customisable (adj) - used to describe something that you can change according to a customer's or user's particular needs:
We offer customizable ringtones for your phone.
accustomed (adj) - familiar with something:
She quickly became accustomed to his messy ways
savoury (adj) - Savoury food is salty or spicy and not sweet in taste:
Pie can be sweet or savoury
To rule (v) - to decide officially
The government has ruled that the refugees must be deported.
provision (n) - a statement within an agreement or a law that a particular thing must happen or be done
We have inserted certain provisions into the treaty to safeguard foreign workers
common sense (n ) - good sense and sound judgement in practical matters
Windsurfing is perfectly safe as long as you have/use some common sense
Comprehension Questions
Q. What percentage of Subway bread is Sugar?
A. 10%
Q. What country’s supreme court ruled on this decision?
A. Ireland
Q. What does VAT mean?
A. Value Added Tax
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6. Vocabulary for the US Presidential Election! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
11 oktober 2020 · 20 min
On today’s episode we will begin a series of episodes, which will run probably for the next three weeks, and will focus on the key vocabulary you need to understand the US election. Lees meer
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VOCABULARY LESSON
To elect (v) - to decide on or choose, especially to choose a person for a particular job, by voting
The President is elected for a four-year term of office.
Requirement (n) - something that you must do, or something you need
A good degree is requirement for many jobs
Legislation (n) - a law or set of laws that is being created:
New legislation offers a tax break for young families.
To Veto (v) - to refuse to allow something
My boss vetoed my taking any more time off this year.
Assume (v) - to take or begin to have responsibility or control
The new president assumes office at midnight tonight.
To incapacitate (v) - to make someone unable to work or do things normally, or unable to do what they intended to do:
The accident left me incapacitated for seven months.
Suspicious (adj) - making you feel that something illegal is happening or that something is wrong:
Her behaviour was very suspicious
Characterisation (n) - a description of the most typical or important characteristics of someone or something:
I don’t agree with your characterization of my hometown as a boring place to live.
To emphasise (v) - to show that something is very important or worth giving attention to:
I'd just like to emphasize how important it is for people to learn foreign languages.
Federal (n) - relating to the central government, and not to the government of a region, of some countries such as the US
the federal gov…
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5. What does it mean to be a citizen? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
9 oktober 2020 · 15 min
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On today’s episode, we will discuss citizenship. What does it mean to be a citizen, how do you become a citizen, and what is the future of citizenship?
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Vocabulary List
Citizenship (n) - the state of being a member of a particular country and having rights because of it:
He was granted Canadian citizenship.
Universal (adj) - Existing everywhere or involving everyone
Music is often thought of as a universal language
allegiance (n) - Loyalty or support for a ruler, country, group, or belief
Soldiers have to swear allegiance to the King
inclusion (n) - the act of including someone or something in a group
She is being considered for inclusion in the Olympic team
exclusion (n) -the act of not allowing someone or something to take part in an activity or join a group
Her exclusion from the list of Oscar nominees was shocking
To naturalise (v) - to make someone a legal citizen of a country they were not born in
He is a naturalised US citizen mutually
exclusive (adj) - to things that cannot happen together, or incompatible
Flexibility and productivity are not mutually exclusive
contribution (n) - something that you give or do to help produce or achieve something together with other people, or to help make something successful
All contributions, no matter how small, will be much appreciated
benefits (n) - money given by the government to people who need financial help, for example because they cannot find a job
Unemployment benefit
Comprehension Questions
Q. What is a naturalised citizen?
A. A person who becomes a citizen of a country after they are born
Q. How much does it cost to become a c…
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4. Who was the fastest person ever? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
7 oktober 2020 · 15 min
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On today’s episode, we will discuss the fastest people in human history, and think about what the future holds for mankind’s speed!
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Vocabulary list
Charitable (adj) - giving money, food, or help free to those who are in need
the entire organization is funded by charitable donations.
relative (adj) - If something is relative to something else, it changes according to the speed or level of the other thing:
The amount of petrol a car uses is relative to its speed.
To rocket (v) - to travel by rocket, or to rise, increase, or move very quickly
The astronauts were rocketed into space.
Mach (n) - a measurement of speed that is calculated by dividing the speed of an object, especially an aircraft, by the speed of sound
circumnavigate (v) - to travel the whole way around something
He circumnavigated the globe in 80 days
To dub (v) - to give something or someone a particular name, especially describing what you think of it, him, or her:
She was dubbed by the newspapers "the Angel of Death".
To ratify (v) - to make an agreement official:
Many countries have now ratified the UN convention on the rights of the child.
To clock (v) - to take a particular time exactly to do or complete something:
He clocked ten seconds in the 100 metres
ramp up (Phrasal V) - to increase activity or the level of something
The company announced plans to ramp up production to 10,000 units per month to meet demand.
Comprehension Questions
Q. In what position did marathon world record holder Eliud Kipchoge finish in the 2020 London marathon
A. 8th
Q. In what year did the Apollo 10 mission reach the fastest speed ever recorded in human history?
A. 1969
Q. What country did T8 come from?
A. Australia
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3. Life on Venus? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
4 oktober 2020 · 13 min
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On today’s episode, we will discuss the recent discovery of signs of life on the Planet Venus, talk about why it is surprising, and think about whether searching for alien life is important.
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Vocabulary List
Phosphine (n) - a gas, a mixture of hydrogen and phosphorus
Extraterrestrial (adj) - not from the planet earth
In those rocks may lie the best chance of finding extraterrestrial life
atmosphere (n) - mixture of gases around a planet
These factories are releasing toxic gases into the atmosphere
Astrobiologist (n) - a scientist studying the possibility of life in other parts of the universe
Astrobiologists believe there may be life on Saturn’s moon Titan
inhospitable (adj) - an area not suitable to live in
Nothing can live in this inhospitable environment
Scorching (adj) - very hot
it was a scorching summer day
habitability (n) - potential for life to live on a planet
They are using this telescope to determine that planets habitability
To flourish (v) - grow or develop healthily
Parts of the city continue to flourish
Desolate (adj) - empty and not attractive, with no people or nothing pleasant in it
The house stood in a bleak and desolate landscape
Comprehension Questions
Q. What gas has been discovered in the atmosphere of Venus?
A. Phosphine
Q. How hot can the surface of Venus be?
A. Up to 470 degree Celsius
Q. What country’s spacecraft is currently orbiting Venus?
A. Japan
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2. What is the future of the Presidential Debate? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
2 oktober 2020 · 12 min
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On today’s episode, we will discuss the recent US presidential debate, and think about the potential alternatives for the future.
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Vocabulary List
surrogate (adj) -replacing someone else or used instead of something else
Because she had no children of her own, her friend’s son became a kind of surrogate child to her
Spectacle (n) - unusual or unexpected event or situation
It was a strange spectacle to see snow in summer
Consensus (n) - a generally accepted opinion, wide agreement
They’re trying to build a consensus on the need to improve the city’s schools
superficial (adj) - not complete and only the most obvious, not really important
I only have a superficial knowledge of French
To Squabble (verb) - to argue over something that is not important
They are still squabbling over who will get the big office
Prowess (n) - great ability or skill She is known for her sporting prowess
To outwit (v) - to get an advantage over someone by acting more cleverly
The cat outwitted the dog by climbing the tree.
To abolish (v) -to officially end an activity or custom I think bullfighting should be abolished
equitable (adj) treating everyone fairly and in the same way
We all want an equitable tax system
Comprehension Questions
Q. For What party did Abraham Lincoln serve as a surrogate debater for in the days when presidential candidates did not publicly campaign?
A. The Whig Party.
Q. Who was British PM when the post war consensus ended?
A. Margret Thatcher
Q. How many time did Trump interrupt Biden?
A. 73 times
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1. English as part of a healthy lifestyle? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
1 oktober 2020 · 12 min
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On today’s episode of Thinking in English we will discuss some of the lesser known benefits of learning a foreign language.
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Vocabulary
Cognitive - of, relating to, being, or involving conscious intellectual activity (such as thinking, reasoning, or remembering)
Researchers are debating whether heading balls can dent the cognitive skills of young soccer players for life.
Longevity - a long duration of individual life, remaining popular for a long time
For longevity in car design, you really need to keep it simple.
Functionality - the quality of being useful, practical, and right for the purpose for which something was made:
In civil engineering, a major component of functionality is safety.
Multitask - to do more than one thing at a time:
There's a stereotype that women tend to multitask better than men do.
Counter-intuitive - Something that is counter-intuitive does not happen in the way you would expect it to:
Steering a sailboat is counter-intuitive - you push the tiller the opposite way to the way you want to go.
Alzheimer - a disease of the brain that mainly affects old people and results in the gradual loss of memory, speech, movement, and the ability to think clearly:
Dementia- a medical condition that affects especially old people, causing the memory and other mental abilities to gradually become worse, and leading to confused behaviour:
The most common form of dementia is Alzheimer's disease.
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Thinking in English: Show Trailer
30 september 2020 · 2 min
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I believe that thinking is an incredibly important step on the road fluency, and this podcast is going to help you achieve this by discussing topics ranging from politics and economics, to philosophy and science.
Rather than "learning English", Thinking in English focuses on "learning in English."
Learn something new, listen to something interesting, and improve your English at the same time!
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