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180. What was Wrong with Chile’s Constitution? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
19 oktober 2022 · 24 min
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Earlier this year, Chile drafted one of the most progressive constitutions in the world. It would have guaranteed rights for indigenous people, social policies, and environmental protection. Let’s discuss what a constitution is, why Chile’s proposed constitution was unprecedented, and why it ultimately failed!
TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/10/17/what-was-wrong-with-chiles-constitution/
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179. Donald Trump's Legal Troubles (English Vocabulary Lesson)
178. What is Inflation? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
177. Should Student Loan Debt be Forgiven? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
176. What was the French Revolution? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
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Progressive (adj) – progressive ideas or systems are new and modern, encouraging change in society
His government promised to introduce more progressive social policies
Right (n) – the fact that a person can expect to be treated in a fair, morally acceptable, or legal way
Everyone has the right to education
Principle (n) – the basic idea or rule that explains or controls how something happens or works
The country is run on socialist principles
Fundamental (adj) – forming the base, from which everything else develops
We need to make fundamental changes to the way in which we treat our environment
Free market (n) – an economic system with only a small amount of government control, in which prices and earnings are decided by the level of demand
In a free market, if demand for a product increases, then so does its price
Indigenous (adj) – used to refer to, or relating to, the people who originally lived in a place
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Why You Should Study English in Malta! w/ English Learning for Curious Minds (English Conversation)
17 oktober 2022 · 31 min
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Today, I’m joined by the wonderful Alastair Budge from the English Learning for Curious Minds podcast to discuss the tiny island of Malta and how it became a destination for English learners! We discussed Malta’s history, what it is like to study there, and what kind of person should consider learning English in Malta.
TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/10/17/why-you-should-study-english-in-malta-w-english-learning-for-curious-minds/
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179. Donald Trump's Legal Troubles (English Vocabulary Lesson)
12 oktober 2022 · 18 min
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Donald Trump is currently under criminal investigation. The FBI have raided his house in Florida, he has been interviewed by lawyers in New York, 850 of his supporters arrested, and his allies accused in Georgia. Interestingly, these events are actually part of four separate criminal investigations connected to Trump and his companies! Let’s learn more about Trump’s legal troubles today, while practicing some political and legal English!
TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/10/12/donald-trumps-legal-trouble/
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178. What is Inflation? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
177. Should Student Loan Debt be Forgiven? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
176. What was the French Revolution? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
175. The Language of Protesting (English Vocabulary Lesson
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Investigation (n) – the act or process of examining a crime, problem, statement
An investigation is under way into the disappearance of a 70-year-old man
To charge (v) – to make a formal statement saying that someone is accused of a crime
She’s been charged with murder
Offence (n) – an illegal act; a crime
Driving without a license is an offence
Federal (adj) – relating to the central government, and not to the government of a region
He broke both state and federal laws
Classified (adj) – classified information is officially stated to be secret
These documents contain classified material
To violate (v) – to break or act against something, especially a law, agreement, principle, or something that should be treated with respect
They were charged with violating federal law
To sentence (v) – to decide and say officially what a punishment will be…
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178. What is Inflation? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
10 oktober 2022 · 21 min
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What is inflation? Why are prices increasing for everyday items? What are the consequences of inflation? How can we control or limit rising prices? Let’s discuss these questions and more on today’s episode of Thinking in English!
TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/10/10/what-is-inflation/
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177. Should Student Loan Debt be Forgiven? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
176. What was the French Revolution? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
175. The Language of Protesting (English Vocabulary Lesson
174. Why Are Iranian Women Burning Their Hijabs? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
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Stable (adj) - firmly fixed or not likely to move or change
I’m looking for a stable job in a bank!
Out of business (idiom) – closed down/no longer in business
My local hairdresser went out of business last month
Hypothetical (adj) – imagined or suggested but not necessarily real or true
This is hypothetical, but if I offered you a job, would you accept it?
Worth (adj) – having a particular value, especially in money
My house is worth $200,000
Keep track of something/someone (idiom) – to continue to be informed or know about someone or something
My sister has had so many jobs, I can’t keep track anymore
Goods (n) – things for sale, or things that you own
There is a 10 percent discount on electrical goods today
Monetary (adj) – relating to money in a country
The recent recession has been blamed on a bad monetary policy
Interest rate (n) – the interest percentage that a bank charges you when you borrow money, or the interest percentage a bank pays you when you save money
Interest rates are increasing
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177. Should Student Loan Debt be Forgiven? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
5 oktober 2022 · 18 min
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University can be a very expensive experience for young people across the world, and millions of people need to take out big loans to afford tuition fees and living expenses. The US government has just announced a plan to forgive some student loan debt… but is this a good idea? Let’s discuss this topic while practicing some useful financial vocabulary!
TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/10/05/should-student-loan-debt-be-forgiven/
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176. What was the French Revolution? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
175. The Language of Protesting (English Vocabulary Lesson
174. Why Are Iranian Women Burning Their Hijabs? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
173. What is the Human Development Index? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
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Undergraduate (adj) – related to a university student who has not yet taken a first degree
My undergraduate degree was in History and Politics
To afford (v) – to be able to buy or do something because you have enough money or time
I don’t know how he can afford a new car on his salary
Loan (n) – an amount of money that is borrowed, often from a bank, and has to be paid back
He is trying to get a $50,000 loan to start a business
To owe (v) – to need to pay or give something to someone because they have lent money to you
I owe James £10
To forgive (v) – to allow someone to not have to pay a debt
Should rich countries forgive some of the debts owed by the poorest countries?
To take on something (Phrasal v) – to undertake a task or responsibility, especially a difficult one
I took on debt so I could afford university
To pay something off (Phrasal v) – to pay back money that you owe
We should be ab…
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176. What was the French Revolution? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
3 oktober 2022 · 25 min
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The French Revolution was one of the most influential events in modern human history. Today, let’s talk about the causes, events, and consequences of the revolution, while learning some useful English vocabulary!
TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/10/03/what-was-the-french-revolution/
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Revolution (n) – a change is the way a country is governed, usually to a different political system and often using violence or war
The country seems to be heading towards revolution
Republic (n) – a country without a king or queen, usually governed by elected representatives and a president
San Marino in Europe is considered the oldest republic in the world
Noble (adj) – belonging to a high social rank in a society, especially by birth
He was born into a famous noble family
To culminate (v) – if an event or series of events culminates in something, it ends with it, having developed until it reaches this point
Their many years of research have finally culminated in a cure for the disease
The Enlightenment (n) – the period in the 18th century in Europe when many people began to emphasize the importance of science and reason
Jean-Jacques Rousseau was one of the greatest Enlightenment thinkers
Treason (n) – (crime of) showing no loyalty to your country
In 1606 Guy Fawkes was executed for treason
Feudalism (n) – the social and land-owning s…
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175. The Language of Protesting (English Vocabulary Lesson)
28 september 2022 · 26 min
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English is the language of protesting across the world. Let’s learn the vocabulary and techniques you need to protest in English and understand why people take to the streets.
TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/09/28/the-language-of-protesting/
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174. Why Are Iranian Women Burning Their Hijabs? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
26 september 2022 · 21 min
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Women in Iran have taken to the streets, leading protests, burning their head scarves, and clashed with police. Today, let’s discuss why Iranian women are burning their hijabs and protesting against their government.
TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/09/26/why-are-iranian-women-burning-their-hijabs/
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171. The Life of Queen Elizabeth II (English Vocabulary Lesson)
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Morality (n) – a personal or social set of standards for good or bad behaviour and character
Technology’s morality is determined by its political or social use
Hijab (n) – the head covering that some Muslim women wear when they are outside
Iranian law requires women to wear a hijab while in public
To spark (v) – to cause the start of something
The visit of the Donald Trump sparked mass demonstrations
Unrest (n) – disagreements or fighting between different groups of people
It is feared that the civil unrest in that country could lead to war
Zealot (n) – a person who has very strong opinions about something, and tries to make other people have them too
He is a religious zealot
To detain (v) – to force someone to officially stay in a place
A suspect has been detained by the police for questioning
Outage (n) – a period when a service, such as electricity, is not available
The radio news reported power outages affecting 50 homes
Decisively (adv) – quickly, effectivley, and confidently
If they had acted more decisively, they could have saved h…
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What Is “Burnout”? And How Can You Avoid It While Studying English?
21 september 2022 · 19 min
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Have you ever felt exhausted, tired, unmotivated, and negative towards your work or language learning journey? If so, you may have experience “burnout.” Today, let’s learn about the different types of burnout, why they are bad for language learners, and how to avoid suffering from them while studying English!
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173. What is the Human Development Index? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
19 september 2022 · 20 min
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This year’s Human Development Index results have been published by the UN… and they are not good. For the first time in history, average human development around the world is in decline. Let’s take a look at the concept of human development and discuss this year’s results on today’s episode of Thinking in English!
TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/09/19/what-is-the-human-development-index/
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Development (n) – the process in which something grows or changes and becomes more advanced
The region needs more development
Indicator (n) – something that shows what a situation is like
House prices are an indicator of the country’s economic health
Well-being (n) – the state of feeling healthy and happy
Yoga can improve people’s feeling of well-being
Life expectancy (n) – the length of time that someone is likely to live
Life expectancy in Europe has greatly increased in the past 100 years
Goalpost (n) – the aim, goal, or conditions for success
In terms of minimum income, the HDI goalpost is $100
Decline (n) – when something becomes less in amount, importance, quality, or strength
Home cooking seems to be in decline
Crisis (n) - a time of great disagreement, confusion, or suffering
The country’s leadership is in crisis
Shock (n) – a sudden, unexpected, and usually unpleasant event or experience
It was a shock to see her looking so ill
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172. What Happens When the Queen Dies? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
14 september 2022 · 21 min
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The UK is currently preparing for the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II, who passed away last week at the age of 96. While the death of the Queen came as a shock, the government and Royal Family have been preparing for this moment for decades. Today, let’s discuss what happens when a British monarch passes away!
TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/09/14/what-happens-when-the-queen-dies/
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Accession (n) – the time when someone starts a position of authority, especially a king or a queen
1952 was the year of Queen Elizabeth’s accession to the throne
Half-mast (n) – a flag that is at half mast has been brought down to a point halfway down the pole as an expression of sadness at someone’s death
The flags at Buckingham Palace were all flying at half-mast
Sombre (adj) – serious, sad, and without humour or entertainment
The funeral was a sombre occasion
Oath (n) – a promise that you will tell the truth or that you will do what you have said
Presidents take an oath to uphold the constitution
Proclamation (n) – an official announcement
The proclamation of the new king was announced around the UK
To pay (one’s) respects (idiom) – to offer or express one’s condolences or sympathy, particuarly to someone’s family following their death
Thousands of people are expected to pay their respects to the Queen
Procession (n) – a line of people who are all walking or …
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171. The Life of Queen Elizabeth II (English Vocabulary Lesson)
12 september 2022 · 21 min
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Queen Elizabeth II has passed away. Today I want to introduce the story of her life – from unexpectedly becoming Queen, to the breakup of the British Empire, to her later years of popularity.
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Reign (n) -the period of time when a king or queen rules a country
Queen Elizabeth’s reign lasted 70 years
Monarch (n) – a king or queen
Britain’s head of state is a constitutional monarch
Duty (n) – work you have to do for your job or because you feel it is right
Queen Elizabeth felt it was her duty to serve the UK
To succeed (v) – to take an official job or position after someone else
King Charles III has succeeded his mother Queen Elizabeth II
Heir (n) – a person who will legally receive money, property, or a title from another person when that person dies
Prince William is now the heir to throne
Coronation (n) – a ceremony at which a person is made king or queen
Queen Elizabeth’s coronation took place in 1953
Scandal (n) – an action or event that causes shock or disapproval
Despite scandals, the Queen remained popular in the UK
Condolence (n) – sympathy or sadness for the family or friends of a person who has died
World leaders have sent their condolences to King Charles and the Royal Family
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170. Who was Gorbachev? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
7 september 2022 · 22 min
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Mikhail Gorbachev, the last leader of the Soviet Union, has passed away. News reports around the world described him as one of the most influential political figures of all time. Today, let’s discuss how Gorbachev rose to such a powerful position, his influence as a leader, and his legacy today!
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Breakup (n) – the division of something into smaller parts
The breakup of the oil tanker caused severe damage to the environment
Legacy (n) – something that is a part of your history or that remains from an earlier time
The war has left a legacy of hatred
To eclipse (v) – to make another person or thing seem much less important, good, or famous
The economy has eclipsed all other issues during this election
Innovation (n) – a new idea or method
What is the next innovation in computer technology?
Repression (n) – the use of force or violence to control a group of people
The political repression in this country is enforced by terror
To crush (v) – to defeat someone completely
The president used the army to crush the rebellion
Catastrophe (n) – a sudden event that causes very great trouble or destruction
The war has been a catastrophe
To restructure (v) – to organize a company, business, or system in a new way to make it operate more effectively
The department is currently undergoing a restructure
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169. There Is No Such Thing As A Fish... (English Vocabulary Lesson)
5 september 2022 · 18 min
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There is no such thing as a fish. You might not believe me right now, but by the end of the episode I’m confident you will understand, and maybe even agree, with my opinion. Let’s learn some biological English vocabulary while trying to answer the question… Do fish actually exist?
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Vertebrate (n) – an animal that has a spine
Cows, frogs, and ostriches are all vertebrates
cold-blooded (adj) – cold-blooded animals can only control their body heat by taking in heat from the outside or by being very active
Snakes and lizards are cold-blooded animals
Limbless (adj) – having no limbs (no arms, legs, or wings)
Snakes are limbless reptiles
Common ancestor (n) – one species which is the ancestor of two or more species later in time
Humans and gorillas share a common ancestor
To evolve (v) – to develop gradually
Dogs evolved from wolves
Descendant (n) – an animal that lives after and is related to another animal that lived in the past
Lemurs are descendants of early primates
To distinguish (v) – to notice or understand the difference between two things
It is difficult to distinguish between these two species
Characteristic (n) – a typical or noticeable quality of someone or something
A squashed face is an unfortunate characteristic of pugs
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168. Should Kids Have Homework? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
31 augustus 2022 · 20 min
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Is homework beneficial? Should kids have homework? Or is homework a waste of time? Today, we are going to look at this debate, practice thinking in English, and learn some useful vocabulary at the same time!
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Assignment (n) – a piece of work given to someone, typically as part of their studies or job
I have a lot of assignments to complete this week
To cater for someone/something (phrasal v) – to provide what is wanted or needed by someone or something
The club caters for children below the age of 10
To memorize (v) – to learn something so that you will remember it exactly
When I was at school, we were required to memorize vocabulary every week
Perspective (n) – a particular way of considering something
He writes from a Marxist perspective
Achievement (n) – the act of achieving something (finishing something successfully) or of achieving things generally
This school has a history of outstanding achievement
Detrimental (adj) – causing harm or damage
These chemicals have a detrimental impact on the environment
Prevalent (adj) – existing very commonly or happening often
That disease is more prevalent among children
Social inequality (n) – the condition of unequal access to the benefits of society
Universities have been accused of increasing social inequality
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167. What is a Recession? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
29 augustus 2022 · 22 min
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Across the world, our economies are struggling with inflation, soaring energy prices, and the impact of Russia’s war in Ukraine! It is likely the many countries will enter a recession. But… what exactly is a recession? What causes recession? And how can we reverse a shrinking economy? Let’s answer these questions today, while learning some useful economic vocabulary!
TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/08/29/what-is-a-recession-english-vocabulary-lesson/
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Market (n) – is the business or trade in a particular type of goods or services
The job market is strong right now
To shrink (v) – to become smaller, or to make something smaller
The company’s profits have shrunk from $10 million dollars last year, to just $2 million this year
Decline (n) – when something becomes less in amount, importance, quality, or strength
There is a decline in the number of unemployed people this month
Quarter (n) – one of four periods of time into which a year is divided for financial calculations
I pay my rent every quarter
Holistic (adj) – dealing with or treating the whole of something or someone and not just a part
My doctor takes a holistic approach to disease
Bubble (n) – a temporary period of very successful economic performance in a particular country or sector, often followed by sudden failure
There are worries that the current housing bubble may soon burst
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24 augustus 2022 · 22 min
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166. Afghanistan: One Year Later! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
22 augustus 2022 · 18 min
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One year ago, the Taliban retook control of Afghanistan. At the time, people were unsure what the future held for central Asian country – would the Taliban reintroduce their strict and severe policies? What would happen to the Afghan economy? How about women’s rights? Let’s discuss what has happened during the Taliban’s first year in control of Afghanistan!
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Vocabulary List
To fall (v) – if a place falls in a war or an election, an enemy army or a different political party gets control of it
Rome fell in the year 455 AD
Repercussion (n) – the effect that an action, event, or decision has on something, especially a bad effect
He never thinks about the repercussions of his actions
Reliant (adj) – needing a particular thing or person in order to continue, to work correctly, or to succeed
The project is heavily reliant on volunteers
To freeze (v) – to officially and legally prevent money or property from being used or moved
The government froze the criminals’ assets
Violation (n) – an action that breaks or acts against something, especially a law, agreement, principle, or something that should be treated with respect
The invasion is a clear violation of international law
To diminish (v) -to reduce or be reduced in size of importance
Our house has diminished in value over the last six months
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165. Why is Ireland Divided? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
17 augustus 2022 · 30 min
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Why is Ireland divided? For just over 100 years, the Emerald Isle has been split between the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland - part of the United Kingdom. The history of Ireland is complicated, fascinating, and sometimes controversial. Today, I want to talk about how Ireland became connected with the UK, discuss why Northern Ireland exists, and talk about the possibility of a future united Ireland!
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Vocabulary List
Be blessed with something (phrase) - to be lucky in having a particular thing
She is blessed with great intelligence
Settler (n) - a person who arrives in a new place in order to live there and use the land
The first settlers on that island came from Africa
Bronze age (n) - the time in the past when tools were made of bronze (a metal made of copper and tin), before iron was discovered
It is thought that Stonehenge was constructed during the Bronze Age
Clan (n) - a group of families who originally came from the same family and have the same name
The O’Brien clan was one of the most powerful clans in Ireland
Anglo- (prefix) - relating to England or the UK
Anglo-Saxons ruled England until the year 1066
To emigrate (v) - to leave a country permanently and go to live in another one
Millions of Germans emigrated to the Americas in the 19th century
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Is Social Media Useful for Language Learning? w/ Stew Sensei (English Conversation)
15 augustus 2022 · 37 min
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Is the content made by these English teachers actually useful for English learners? Or is it just designed to get the most views and likes? How should an English learner incorporate social media into their study routine? Today, we are going to try and answer these questions!
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Stop Being A Perfectionist!
10 augustus 2022 · 22 min
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Do you want the perfect English accent? Do you want to communicate perfectly in English? Would you like a perfect understanding of English grammar? So many language learners are searching for perfection, but this is not always a good thing. Today, I’m going to tell you why you should stop being a perfectionist!
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164. What is Happening in Taiwan? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
8 augustus 2022 · 27 min
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Is Taiwan part of China? There is no simple answer to this question, but it is an argument that is having major international consequences. China claims that Taiwan has always been part of Chinese territory…. But is this true?
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Vocabulary List
Repercussion (n) - the effect that an action, event, or decision had on something, especially a bad effect
The decrease in tourism has had serious repercussions for the local economy
To inhabit (v) - to live in a place
Those islands are inhabited only by birds
Indigenous (adj) - used to refer to the people who originally lived in a place rather than people who moved there from somewhere else
The indigenous people of Australia were discriminated against by the white settlers
Expedition (n) - an organised journey for a particular purpose
Hundreds of people have died on expeditions in the Himalayas
Dynasty (n) - a series of rulers or leaders who are all from the same family, or a period when a country is ruled by them
The Mogul dynasty ruled over India for centuries
Nationalist (adj) - wanting your country to be politically independent
In Asia, communists and nationalists battled for control in a number of countries
To retake (v) - to take something such as a place or position into your possession again, often by force, after losing possession of it
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163. Are Dress Codes a Good Thing? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
3 augustus 2022 · 21 min
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Dress codes are everywhere - at school, at work, in restaurants, and in religious institutions. But are they a good thing? Today, let’s take a look at the debate over dress codes!
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Scrubs (n) - loose clothes worn by doctors and nurses in a hospital
She came home wearing her doctor’s scrubs
Limitation (n) - the act of controlling or reducing, or something that controls or reduces something
There are strict limitations on where you can build houses in the UK
To indicate (v) - to show, point, or make clear in another way
Please indicate what course you would like to study on the application form
To enforce (v) - to make people obey a law
The new teacher had failed to enforce any sort of discipline
Synthetic (adj) - synthetic products are made from artificial substances, often copying a natural product
Clothing made from synthetic materials can catch fire easily
Inclusive (adj) - an inclusive group or organisation tries to include many different types of people and treat them all fairly and equally
Our aim is to create a fairer, more inclusive society
To violate (v) - to break or act against something, especially a law or rule
He violated the law with his business deals
To sexualise (v) - to see something or someone in sexual terms
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Becoming Bilingual, Feminism, and Inequality in Japan! w/ Sneakysmol (English Conversation)
1 augustus 2022 · 36 min
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I am incredibly fortunate to be joined on the podcast by my friend Honoka – also known as @sneakysmol on Instagram.
Honoka was born and raised in Japan, but everyone assumes she is American due to her accent and native English level. We talked about how she was raised bilingual despite never living overseas, and Honoka gave some really useful advice on how to help children learn English naturally!
Honoka also runs a popular and bilingual Instagram page focused on Japanese feminism, so we also discussed Japan’s recent performance in the gender inequality rankings and tried to explain why Japan is so unequal.
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162. Why is 2022 so Hot?? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
27 juli 2022 · 23 min
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2022 has been very hot. In North America, Europe, and Asia, extreme heat waves have occurred over the past few months. But why? Why is 2022 so hot? In this episode, I’m going to help you understand this extreme weather, while introducing you to some useful vocabulary!
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Vocabulary List
Scorching (adj/adv) - very hot
It was a scorching summer day
Unbearable (adj) - too painful or unpleasant for you to continue to experience
I was in unbearable pain after I burned all of my fingers at work
Humidity (n) - a measurement of how much water there is in the air
The temperature is 30 degrees, and the humidity is 60%
Searing (adj) - if something, such as a feeling or temperature, is described as searing, it is extreme
The marathon took place in the searing heat
Consider (v) - to believe to be; to think of as
This restaurant is considered to be the best in the world
Unprecedented (adj) - never having happened or existed in the past
40°C was an unprecedented temperature in the UK
Intense (adj) - extreme and very strong
It is difficult to work in the intense heat
To adapt (v) - to change, or to change something, to suit different conditions or uses
I had to adapt my plans to fit his schedule
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25 juli 2022 · 27 min
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Studying English can be a frustrating experience. It takes a lot of effort, time, and sometimes you struggle to improve. How can you stay motivated? Listen to the rest of this episode to find out!
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20 juli 2022 · 21 min
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Boris Johnson has resigned as prime minister of the United Kingdom, and someone new will need to replace him! But we don’t currently know who the new prime minister will be! Today, I’m going to try and explain why Johnson resigned, how the new leader will be chosen, and explain some of the vocabulary needed to talk about British politics!
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Step down (phrasal v) - to leave an important job or position
He has decided to step down as captain of the team
Executive (n) - the part of government that is responsible for making certain that laws and decisions are put into action
The Prime Minister is in charge of the British executive
Scandal (n) - (an action or event that causes) a public feeling of shock and strong moral disapproval
Their relationship caused a scandal in the office
To grope (v) - to touch someone’s body, usually when the other person does not like it
He was groped by a man at the bar
Accusation (n) - a statement saying that someone has done something morally wrong, illegal, or unkind
He made accusations against his former employers
To handle (v) - to deal with, have responsibility for, or be in charge of
I thought he handled the situation very well
To nominate(v) - to officially suggest someone for an election, job, position, or honour
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18 juli 2022 · 39 min
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Today I’m joined by one of my oldest friends – James Brock. James has led a very international life: as a child he lived in the UK, France, and Morocco. And as an adult he moved across the world to China, taught English, and eventually graduated top of his class from a Chinese university.
I invited James on to Thinking in English today because I think all of you listening can be inspired by James’ approach to studying languages, his ability to throw himself into foreign cultures, and his dedication to becoming an advanced language speaker! Aside from that, we also discussed the difficulty of attending school in France, accidentally eating duck heads in China, and why the visas prevented him from his dream job at Huawei!
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160. Why is Sri Lanka in Crisis? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
13 juli 2022 · 23 min
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Thousands of Sri Lankans are protesting in the streets, the president is about to resign, the prime minister’s house has been set on fire, and the country has run out of money. What is happening? Why is Sri Lanka in crisis? What went wrong with the country’s economy?
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Vocabulary List
Turmoil (n) - a state of confusion, uncertainty, or disorder
The whole region is in turmoil
Foreign Exchange Reserves (n) - the amounts of money in foreign currencies that a country has at a particular time
Exporting more than you import is the best way of building foreign exchange reserves
Mismanagement (n) - the process of organising or controlling something badly
Two schools were shut down due to financial mismanagement
Remittance (n) - money that is sent by a foreign worker back to their own country
Immigrants sent $45 billion in remittances to Latin America last year
Domestic (adj) - relating to a person’s own country
You do not need a passport for domestic flights
To lease (v) - to make a legal agreement by which money is paid to use land, a building, a vehicle etc for a period of time
Our building lease expires in two weeks
To storm (v) - to attack a place or building by entering suddenly in great numbers
The fortress was stormed by hundreds of soldiers
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11 juli 2022 · 27 min
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Recently, the Supreme Court of the United States has made some incredibly influential and consequential decisions. But what is the supreme court? What is its role in US politics? And why has the supreme court become so active?
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To overturned (v) – to change a legal decision
The Supreme Court overturned the Roe v. Wade decision last month
Branch (n) – a part of something larger
The Supreme Court is part of the judicial branch of government
To enforce (v) – to make people obey a law
It isn’t easy for the police to enforce speed limits
To implement (v) – to put a plan, system, or law into operation
Congress refused to implement tax reforms
To interpret (v) – to decide what the intended meaning of something is
It is difficult to interpret the meaning of the statistics
Check (n) – rules intended to prevent one person or group from having too much power
We need effective checks on the power of the president
Veto (n) – an official power or right to refuse to accept or allow something
The president has the power of veto over any bill
Segregation (n) – the policy of keeping one group of people apart from another and treating them differently, especially because of race, sex, or religion
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6 juli 2022 · 23 min
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With the world currently experiencing a variety of economic problems, I thought it would be interesting to look at the worst economic crisis in modern history! What was the Great Depression? What caused it? And how did it end? Let’s discuss these questions and more on today’s episode on Thinking in English!
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Recession (n) – a period when the economy of a country is not successful and conditions for business are bad for months
Much of the world fell into recession after the stock market crash in 2007
Depression (n) – a serious economic crisis in which there is very little business activity and little employment for years
The world plunged into depression in the 1930s
Downturn (n) – a reduction in the amount or success of something, such as the economy
There is evidence of a downturn in the housing market
Recklessly (adv) – in a way that is dangerous and shows that you are not thinking about the risks and results of behaviour
She spends her money recklessly
Production (n) –making or growing goods to be sold
Wheat production has fallen over the past 6 months
To trade (v) – buying and selling shares on the stock exchange
The volume of stocks traded today was unusually high
Makeshift (adj) – temporary and of low quality, but used because of sudden need
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4 juli 2022 · 18 min
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On today’s episode of Thinking in English, I want to give you all some tips and advice on how to improve your small talk skills!
TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/07/04/how-to-improve-your-small-talk-skills/
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29 juni 2022 · 21 min
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Most of you probably know the four main language skills: writing, reading, listening, and speaking. But there is a fifth skill that people often forget, but is just as essential for communication - culture! Today I’m going to explain why learning culture is so important and give you a few tips on how to improve your cultural literacy.
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157. Why Do Countries Change Their Names? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
27 juni 2022 · 18 min
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Sometimes a country will change its name. In recent years, Swaziland became Eswatini, Cape Verde became Cabo Verde, and Turkey is now Türkiye! But why do countries change their names? Let’s discuss this today on Thinking in English!
TRANSCRIPT --- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/06/27/why-do-countries-change-their-names/
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Vocabulary List
Intention (n) - something that you want and plan to do
It wasn’t my intention to exclude her from the party - I just forgot her
Anglicised (adj) - made English in sound, appearance, or character
Immigrants to the US often anglicised their names
Pride (n) - feelings of worth and respect
The country’s national pride has been damaged by sporting failures
Synonymous (adj) - having the same meaning
The words “ annoyed” and “irritated” are synonymous
To adopt (v) - to accept or start to use something new
I think it is time to adopt a new approach to climate change
To ditch (v) - to get rid of something that is no longer wanted
The criminals ditched the stolen car in a different town
To signal (v) - to show that you intend or are ready to do something
The death of Chairman Mao signalled the end of an era in Chinese history
Long-standing (adj) - having existed for a long time
He broke our long-standing agreement
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156. Should Owning a Dog Be Illegal!?!? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
22 juni 2022 · 22 min
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Should owning a dog be illegal? On today’s episode of Thinking in English, I’m going to explain why I think that owning certain types of dog, in particular “purebred” and flat faced dogs, is cruel and should not be allowed! Let’s learn about the history of dog breeds and the serious problems modern dogs experience, all while learning new vocabulary and practising your listening comprehension!
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Vocabulary List
Opinionated (adj) - an opinionated person is certain about their beliefs, and expresses their ideas strongly and often
He was opinionated and selfish, but undeniably clever
To breed (v) - to keep animals for the purpose of producing young animals in a controlled way
Some dogs were bred to retrieve birds shot during hunting trips
Breed (n) - a particular type of animal or plant
What’s your favourite breed of dog?
Characteristic (n) - a typical or noticeable quality of someone or something
Having a big nose is a characteristic in my family
To bark (v) - (of a dog) to make a loud, rough noise
I can hear a dog barking outside
To herd (v) - to make animals move together as a group
Farmers use dogs to help herd sheep
Stocky (adj) - a stocky person or animal is short, wide across the chest, and strong looking
He was stockier than I remembered
Squashed (adj) - flat, soft, or out of shape due to being crushed or squeezed
He ate some squashed sandwiches for lunch
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20 juni 2022 · 35 min
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How can you use the news to learn or improve your English? Stephen from the Simple English News Daily podcast joins us today to discuss the news, how you can use the news in your daily study plans, and also some predictions for future news stories. I really enjoyed talking with Stephen, and I hope you also enjoy listening to this episode!
Transcript - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/06/20/learning-english-from-the-news/
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How to Improve Your PUBLIC SPEAKING!
15 juni 2022 · 18 min
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Four years ago I gave a speech in Japanese in front of over a hundred people, completely forgot my words, started to sweat profusely, and ended up skipping half of the topics I wanted to talk about. I don’t want Thinking in English followers to have the same experience as I did, so today I’m going to give you tips and advice on how to become a better public speaker!
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13 juni 2022 · 9 min
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Today, I want you all to practice using your critical, creative, and out-of-the-box thinking skills by answering a few challenging English riddles!
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Riddle 1
What is always in front of you but can’t be seen?
Riddle 2
What month of the year has 28 days?
Riddle 3
There’s a one-story house in which everything is yellow. Yellow walls, yellow doors, yellow furniture. What colour are the stairs?
Riddle 4
You see me once in June, twice in November and not at all in May. What am I?
Riddle 5
What can run but never walks, has a mouth but never talks, has a head but never weeps, has a bed but never sleeps?
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155. What is an Endangered Language? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
8 juni 2022 · 24 min
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A recent report has revealed that nearly 2500 languages are at risk of becoming extinct in the near future. Why do languages die out? Does it matter if they do? And how can we save an endangered language? Let’s talk about this on today’s episode of Thinking in English!
TRANSCRIPT -- https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/06/08/155-what-is-an-endangered-language/
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Vocabulary List
Endangered (adj) - things that may soon not exist because there are very few around now
The rhino is an endangered animal
Generation (n) - all the people of about the same age within a society
The younger generation smokes less that their parents did
Elder (n) - an older person, especially one with a respected position in society
You should listen to the advice of your elders
To absorb (v) - to take something in, especially gradually
Towels absorb moisture
at the expense of (phrase) - resulting in the loss of something
They chose to speed up production at the expense of safety
To document (v) - to record the details of an event, a process, etc
His interest in cars has been well-documented
Exclusively (adv) - only
That YouTuber has an exclusively female audience
To revitalise (v) - to give new life, energy, activity, or success to something
They made a plan to revitalise the city centre
Multilingualism (n) - knowledge of more languages than a native language
The school embraced multilingualism and offered classes in the country’s three national languages
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6 juni 2022 · 34 min
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Sanam Monteiro is poet, activist, political science graduate, youth worker, former intern for United Nations Women, and a friend of mine who once let me sleep on her sofa in Brussels! I invited Sanam on to Thinking in English today to discuss her experiences of both learning and teaching English.
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1 juni 2022 · 18 min
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To mark the 70th year of Queen Elizabeth’s reign, the UK is holding a large celebration this week called the platinum jubilee! And this episode of Thinking in English is going to introduce you to every “royal” word you need to know to talk about the Queen, the Monarchy, and the Crown!
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154. Why Can’t America Ban Guns? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
30 mei 2022 · 23 min
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America has a problem with gun violence. But they struggle to do anything about it. Even after tragic mass shootings it is unlikely that anything will be done to prevent such a thing happening again. So, why can’t America ban guns? By the end of today’s episode you should have a clearer idea!
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Vocabulary List
Firearm (n) - a gun that can be carried easily
Pistols and revolvers are firearms
Homicide (n) - murder
The number of homicides in the city increased last year
To bear (v) - to have or continue to have something; to carry something
He arrived bearing gifts
Equivalent (n) - having the same amount, value, purpose, qualities, etc
$50 is roughly equivalent to £40
Background checks (n) - a check of what a person has done in the past, often to help decide whether or not to employ them
A criminal background check showed he had been arrested as a teenager
Would-be (adj) - wanting or trying to be
Would-be soldiers are required to pass physical examinations
Amnesty (n) - a period of time during which people are not punished for committing a crime
People who hand in illegal weapons to the police will not be prosecuted during the amnesty
Lobby (n) - a group of people who try to persuade the government or an official group to do something
The pro-coal lobby has succeeded in stopping the government from shutting down the mine
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153. Should We Pay Reparations for Slavery? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
25 mei 2022 · 26 min
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During recent trips to the Caribbean, the British royal family has faced demands for reparations and compensation for the UK’s involvement in the historic slave trade. What are reparations? And should we pay reparations for slavery? Let’s talk about this on today’s episode of Thinking in English!
TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2022/05/25/should-we-pay-reparations-for-slavery/
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Vocabulary List
head of state (n) - the official leader of a country, often someone who has few or no real political powers
Queen Elizabeth II is the head of state in 15 countries
Atrocity (n) - an extremely cruel, violent, or shocking act
They are currently investigating the atrocities committed during the war
To trace (v) - to discover the causes or origins of something by examining the way in which it has developed
She traced her family back 400 years
Impoverished (adj) - very poor
He was an impoverished young actor
Wrongdoing (n) - a bad or an illegal action
She has denied any wrongdoing
Descendant (n) - a person who is related to you and who lives after you
They claim to be the descendants of the royal family
To emancipate (v) - to free a person from another person’s control
Slaves in the British empire were mostly emancipated in 1833
Appalling (v) - very bad
The weather today is appalling
Precedent (n) - an action, situation, or decision that has already happened and can be used as a reason why a similar action or decision should be performed or made
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23 mei 2022 · 23 min
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On today’s episode of Thinking in English, I’m going to talk about active learning. Active learning is the best way to study and improve your English ability, but most language learners do not learn actively. How can you become an active English learner? Keep listening to find out!
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152. Why are the Falkland Islands so Controversial? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
16 mei 2022 · 24 min
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40 years ago Britain and Argentina fought a bitter war over a few small and remote islands in the Atlantic ocean. The Falkland islands remain a controversial issue today. Where are the Falklands? Why did Argentina and Britain go to war over them? And who should control the islands? Let’s discuss these questions on today’s episode of Thinking in English!
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Vocabulary List
Remote (adj) - far away in distance
He lives in a remote mountain village
Sparsely (adv) - with only a small number or amount of people or things
His room is sparsely furnished
To renounce (v) - to say formally or publicly that you no longer own, support, believe in, or have a connection with something
Gandhi renounced the use of violence
Sovereignty (n) - the power of a country to control its own government
Talks are ongoing over the sovereignty of the disputed island
To occupy (v) - to move into and take control and/or possession of a place
Troops quickly occupied the city
To surrender (v) - to stop fighting and admit defeat
They would rather die than surrender
To inherit (v) - if you inherit a situation, problem, department, etc., you become responsible for dealing with it or managing it
When I took on the job of manager, I inherited a lot of financial problems
Undisputed (adj) - if something is undisputed, everyone agrees about it
He is the undisputed heavyweight champion of the world
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11 mei 2022 · 21 min
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Today I’m going to talk about creative thinking. And towards the end of the episode, I’ll give you some tips and advice on how to become a creative thinker! Whether you are a student, a writer, a businessperson, or any other professions, learning to think more creatively will surely be useful!
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151. What is Roe v. Wade? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
9 mei 2022 · 19 min
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What is Roe v. Wade? Why is it such a controversial and significant decision? And why is the US Supreme Court going to reverse it? By the end of today’s episode of Thinking in English, you should be able to answer all of these questions and have learned some very useful legal English vocabulary!
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Vocabulary List
To leak (v) - to allow secret information to become generally known
He leaked the names of the suspects to the press
To overturn (v) - to change a legal decision
The Supreme Court overturned their earlier decision
Absolute (adj) - very great or to the largest degree possible
I have absolute faith in her judgement
Trimester (n) - human pregnancy is divided into three month periods called trimesters
Women are usually offered their first scan in the first trimester of pregnancy
Pseudonym (n) - a name someone uses instead of their real name
George Orwell was a pseudonym - his real name was Eric Blair
To terminate (v) - to end or stop
They terminated my contract in October
To hear (v) - officially listened to by a court, council, etc
The case was heard by the High Court
Egregiously (adv) - extremely bad in a way that is very noticeable
The decisions made by that country have been egregiously wrong
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4 mei 2022 · 23 min
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What is procrastination? Why do we wait until the last minute to complete tasks? And how can we stop procrastinating? On today’s episode of Thinking in English let’s discuss these questions and more!
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To delay (v) – to make something happen at a later time than originally planned or expected
My plane was delayed by another hour
Deadline (n) – a time or day by which something must be done
The deadline for applications was April 15th
To sabotage (v) – to intentionally prevent the success of a plan or action
She tried to sabotage her colleagues’ careers!
Due (adj) – expected to happen or arrive at a particular time
The homework is due by midnight tomorrow
To overestimate (v) – to guess an amount that is too high or a size that is too big
I overestimated how much food to buy for the party… there is so much left over!
To underestimate (v) – to fail to guess or understand the real cost, size, difficulty, etc. of something
He seriously underestimated the cost of building his own house
frame of mind (phrase) – someone’s mood or the particular way someone thinks or feels about something
I was not in the right frame of mind to continue
Trigger (n) – an event or situation, etc. that causes something to start
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2 mei 2022 · 40 min
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Does your English accent matter? Does British English really exist? How can you become more confident in your English speaking skills? On today’s episode, Dan Sensei joins us to discuss some of these questions and give you all some great advice and motivation!
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