Could This News Start World War III? Learn 20 English Words from This Shocking Story👨‍🏫 Do you want to be my student? https://brentspeak.as.me/💙 OVER 100 BONUS ENGLISH LESSONS? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/joinSummit ➤ A meeting between leaders of countries. ➤ World leaders met at a summit to talk about the war.Alliance ➤ A group of countries or people who agree to help each other. ➤ NATO is an alliance that supports Ukraine.Playing with fire ➤ Doing something very dangerous. ➤ Putin said the West is playing with fire by helping Ukraine.A critical point ➤ A very important moment when things could change. ➤ The war has reached a critical point.A fork in the road ➤ A moment when you must choose between two paths. ➤ Europe is at a fork in the road: help Ukraine more or stop.KGB ➤ The old Russian spy agency. ➤ Putin worked for the KGB before becoming president.Twisted ➤ Turned into a spiral or curled shape ➤ The pretzel had a twisted shape, like the dough was looped and crossed before it was baked. Twisted ➤ Very wrong or sick in the mind. ➤ The bombing of schools was twisted and evil.Sizing up ➤ Looking at something carefully to understand it. ➤ The U.S. is sizing up how strong Russia is.Commercial ➤ Not military; related to business. ➤ A commercial airplane was hit by mistake.Contentious ➤ Causing a lot of arguing or fighting. ➤ The plan to send weapons was very contentious.Leverage ➤ Power or control over someone in a situation. ➤ Russia is using gas prices as leverage.Carry on ➤ To keep going or continue. ➤ The army will carry on with the mission.Penultimate ➤ Second to last. ➤ This is the penultimate step before sending troops.CIA ➤ The U.S. spy agency. ➤ The CIA is watching what Putin will do next.Topple ➤ To force a leader or government to fall. ➤ Some countries want to topple Putin’s regime.Kremlin ➤ The main government of Russia. ➤ The Kremlin made a strong statement about NATO.Follow up ➤ To check or do something after a first step. ➤ Leaders said they will follow up after the summit.Proposal ➤ An idea or plan someone gives to others. ➤ Russia rejected the peace proposal.Munitions ➤ Bullets, bombs, and other weapons. ➤ The U.S. sent more munitions to Ukraine.Hypothesis ➤ An idea or guess that needs to be tested. ➤ His hypothesis is that Russia wants to expand the war.Dmitry Medvedev ➤ A top Russian leader close to Putin. ➤ Dmitry Medvedev said war could spread to Europe.Rhetorical ➤ Said to make a point, not to be taken literally. ➤ Some think Putin’s threat was just rhetorical.Brinksmanship ➤ Pushing a situation to the edge of disaster. ➤ Putin is using brinksmanship to scare the West.Stalking horse ➤ A hidden plan or secret reason behind an idea. ➤ Some say the peace plan is just a stalking horse.Got to him ➤ Made someone upset or emotional. ➤ The news about the attack really got to him.Javelin missile ➤ A U.S. weapon that can destroy tanks. ➤ Ukrainian soldiers used a Javelin missile to stop Russian tanks.Missiles ➤ Flying weapons that explode on target. ➤ Russia launched several missiles at Ukraine.Strategic objective ➤ An important goal during war. ➤ Capturing that city is a key strategic objective.Puppet regime ➤ A fake government controlled by another country. ➤ Russia may try to install a puppet regime in Ukraine.Where the rubber meets the road ➤ The point when actions become real. ➤ This is where the rubber meets the road—leaders must act now.Taurus missile ➤ A powerful German missile that goes long distances. ➤ Germany may send the Taurus missile to help Ukraine.Arsenal ➤ A collection of weapons. ➤ Russia has a huge arsenal ready to use.

In this English lesson, you will learn 11 different ways Americans use the word "Dip" in English.👨‍🏫 Do you want to be my student? https://brentspeak.as.me/💙 OVER 100 BONUS ENGLISH LESSONS? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/joinDip English1. Verb – To lower something briefly: To put something down into a liquid and take it out quickly.: He dipped his fries in ketchup.: She dipped her celery in the bowl of peanut butter. 2. Verb – To go down a little bit or for a short period of time: To move downward or become less for a short time.: The sun dipped below the horizon.: My motivation to study English dipped a little last month, but now I’m working harder than ever.3. Noun – A type of food: A thick sauce used for dipping snacks like chips or vegetables.: She made a ranch dip for the party.: We order cheese dip every time we go out for Mexican. 4. Noun – A decrease: A small drop in amount, value, or temperature.: There was a dip in sales this month.: We felt a dip in the road while driving.5. Noun – A swim: A short time spent in water.: Let’s take a dip in the pool before dinner.6. Verb – To leave quickly (slang): To go away or leave, especially without telling anyone.: This party is boring—let’s dip.7. Verb – To steal or pickpocket (slang/old-fashioned): To take something secretly.: Someone dipped my wallet on the subway.8. Idiom – “Dipping your toes in”: To try something carefully or for the first time.: He’s just dipping his toes into investing.: Last year, I dipped my toes into English learning, but now I spend about an hour studying everyday. 9. Idiom – “A dip in the road”: A “dip in the road” can also mean a small problem or a tough time in your life. It’s not permanent—it’s just a short “low point” before things get better again.: Last week I felt really sad and tired, but it was just a dip in the road. I feel better now.: Their business had a dip in the road during the winter, but sales went back up in the spring.10. Slang – Insulting someone (“dip” as an insult): A slightly rude way to call someone dumb or annoying.: Don’t be such a dip!11. “Chewing dip” (smokeless tobacco): A form of chewing tobacco.: Some baseball players still use dip during games.

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In this English lesson, we watch a shocking news story about how a Mexican tall ship on a goodwill tour of New York City crashed into the iconic landmark, the Brooklyn Bridge. Learn at least 23 key vocabulary words and expressions you might see on the IELTS or TOEFL exam. Perfect for English learners who want to build their vocabulary using real news stories!👨‍🏫 Do you want to be my student? https://brentspeak.as.me/💙 OVER 100 BONUS ENGLISH LESSONS? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/join2 Dead as Mexican Navy Ship Hits Famous NYC Bridge1. Investigation: A process to find out what happened.: The government started an investigation to learn why the ship hit the bridge.2. Brooklyn Bridge: A famous bridge in New York City.: The tall ship hit the Brooklyn Bridge during its visit.3. Slammed into: Hit something very hard.: The ship slammed into the bridge when it lost control.4. Iconic: Very famous and easy to recognize.: The Brooklyn Bridge is one of New York’s most iconic landmarks.5. Several: More than two but not many.: Several people were hurt in the crash.6. Mast: A tall pole on a ship that holds sails.: The mast was too tall and broke when the ship hit the bridge.7. Suspended : Hanging in the air.: Pieces of the broken mast were suspended above the ship.8. Terrifying: Very scary.: It was terrifying to watch the crash happen.9. Dramatic: Big and emotional or shocking.: The crash was dramatic and unexpected.10. Maneuvering: Moving or steering carefully.: The crew had trouble maneuvering the ship when it lost power.11. Backwards: In the direction behind.: The ship moved backwards before it hit the bridge.12. Onlookers: People who watch something happen.: Onlookers stood near the water and filmed the crash.13. Disbelief: Not believing what you see or hear.: People watched in disbelief as the ship crashed.14. Striking: Very noticeable or surprising.: The image of the ship under the bridge was striking.15. Odd: Strange or unusual.: It was odd to see a ship that size so close to the bridge.16. Rushing: Moving very fast.: People were rushing to help the injured crew.17. Overbuilt: Built to be stronger than needed.: The Brooklyn Bridge is so overbuilt that it was not badly damaged.18. Withstood: Stayed strong against force or damage.: The bridge withstood the crash without major damage.19. Snapped: Broke quickly and loudly.: The mast snapped when it hit the steel cables.20. Harnesses: Safety belts that keep people from falling.: Some workers wore harnesses while climbing the ship’s mast.21. NTSB: The U.S. government group that investigates crashes.: The NTSB is helping investigate what caused the crash.22. Catastrophic: Extremely bad or deadly.: The crash was not catastrophic for the bridge, but it was for the ship.23. Goodwill: Kindness or friendly feelings.: The ship was visiting to show goodwill between Mexico and the U.S.

In this English lesson, we explore a surprising news story—Qatar is gifting President Trump a $400 million dollar luxury jet. Learn 30 or more key vocabulary words and expressions while diving into this puzzling story. Perfect for English learners who want to build their vocabulary using real news stories!👨‍🏫 Do you want to be my student? https://brentspeak.as.me/💙 OVER 100 BONUS ENGLISH LESSONS? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/join1. Crucial – Very important or necessary: It’s crucial to know if Trump’s jet from Qatar broke any laws.2. Qatar – A small but rich country in the Middle East: Qatar gave Trump a $400 million luxury jet, raising questions.3. Notably – Especially or most importantly: Notably, the jet is similar to the one used by Air Force One.4. Luxury – Very comfortable and expensive: The jet Trump got was full of luxury features like gold seats.5. Air Force One – The airplane the U.S. president uses: Some people say Trump’s new jet looks just like Air Force One.6. Aviation – The flying of airplanes: The aviation world is talking about Trump’s new private jet.7. Modifications – Changes or upgrades made to something: The jet had special modifications like a private bedroom and office.8. Priorities – The most important things to do first: Giving a jet to Trump shows Qatar’s priorities in foreign relations.9. Raising red flags – Causing concern or warning signs: The expensive gift is raising red flags about possible bribery.10. Signifies – Shows or means something clearly: The gift from Qatar signifies a close relationship with Trump.11. Skipping over – Not talking about or ignoring something: Some news channels are skipping over the details of the deal.12. Venue – The place where an event happens: Talks between China and the U.S. were held at a secret venue.13. Make progress – To move forward or improve: Ukraine and Russia met to make progress toward peace.14. Presidential library – A place with records from a U.S. president’s time in office: Trump may display the jet at his future presidential library.15. Concluded – Finished or decided: Investigators concluded the deal may need more review.16. Conditions – The rules or details of an agreement: What were the conditions of Qatar’s gift to Trump?17. Bribery – Giving money or gifts to get something unfairly: Critics say the jet could be seen as a form of bribery.18. What’s at stake – What can be won or lost: What’s at stake is America’s trust in its leaders.19. Housed – Kept or stored in a place: The luxury jet is housed in a private hangar in Florida.20. Maritime – Related to the sea or ships: Maritime trade between China and the U.S. is a key issue.21. Appreciation – Being thankful or recognizing value: Trump said the jet was a gift of appreciation from Qatar.22. Unparalleled – Better than anything else; unmatched: The jet’s luxury is unparalleled in modern aviation.23. Digging into this – Looking deeper or investigating: Journalists are digging into this mysterious $400M gift.24. Reset – To start something over again: The peace talks are a chance to reset Ukraine-Russia relations.25. Briefing – A short meeting or report with key information: Reporters received a briefing on the jet’s features.26. Struck a deal – Made an agreement: Some believe Trump struck a deal with Qatar behind closed doors.27. Downplayed – Made something seem less important than it is: Trump’s team downplayed the cost of the private jet.28. De-escalating – Making a problem or conflict less serious: China and the U.S. are working on de-escalating trade tensions.

In this English lesson, we explore a surprising news story about Mr. Beast making the Mexican government me. Learn 30 or more key vocabulary words and expressions while diving into this puzzling story. Perfect for English learners who want to build their vocabulary using real news stories!👨‍🏫 Do you want to be my student? https://brentspeak.as.me/💙 OVER 100 BONUS ENGLISH LESSONS? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/joinMr. Beast is in Trouble 1. Dropped Off: taken and left at a place: MrBeast was dropped off near the temple by helicopter.2. Ancient: very, very old: The Mayan temples are ancient.3. Mega Star: a very famous person: MrBeast is a mega star on YouTube.4. Viral: seen by many people very fast online: His video went viral in one day.5. Temples: special buildings for religion: Many tourists visit the Mayan temples.6. Racked Up: got a lot of something: The video racked up millions of views.7. Massive: very big: The temple was a massive stone building.8. Mayan: related to the Maya people and their culture: The Mayan people lived in Mexico long ago.9. Violated: broke a rule: MrBeast violated the filming rules.10. Bad Boy : something cool or powerful (object): He flew in that bad boy of a helicopter.11. Explorers: people who go to new places: The explorers studied the old ruins.12. Access: the chance to enter or use something: The team had access to the temple.13. Anthropology: the study of people and their history: He studies anthropology to learn about old cultures.14. Suit : a case in court: The government filed a suit against the video team.15. Firm: a business with workers, often lawyers: A law firm is helping the government.16. Monetize: to make money from something: MrBeast monetized the video with ads.17. Compensation: money paid for damage or loss: The government wants compensation.18. Condemns: says something is wrong or bad: The president condemns what MrBeast did.19. Profit: money made after paying costs: He made a big profit from the video.20. Distort: change the truth or look of something: The video may distort what really happened.21. Legacy: something important from the past: The Mayan temples are part of Mexico’s legacy.22. Indigenous: native; first people in an area: The Mayan people are indigenous to Mexico.23. Pride: a good feeling about something: Mexicans have pride in their culture.24. On His Behalf: for someone; in someone’s name: The lawyer spoke on his behalf.25. Look Into: to study or check something: The police will look into the video.26. Sanctions: punishments for breaking rules: The company could face sanctions.27. Imply: to say something without using clear words: The video seems to imply the temple was his idea.28. Parties: people or groups in a legal case: Both parties met in court.29. Permits : says someone can do something: The rules did not permit selling products there.30. Permit : a paper that gives permission: They needed a permit to film at the temple.

In this English lesson, we explore a surprising news story about a ceasefire between India and Pakistan brokered by U.S. President, Donald Trump. Learn 40 or more key vocabulary words and expressions while diving into this puzzling story. Perfect for English learners who want to build their vocabulary using real news stories!👨‍🏫 Do you want to be my student? https://brentspeak.as.me/💙 OVER 100 BONUS ENGLISH LESSONS? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/joinIndia Pakistan 🇵🇰 🇮🇳Cease-fire : An agreement to stop fighting. : India and Pakistan agreed to a cease-fire, but gunshots were still heard in Kashmir.Broker : To help make a deal or agreement. : The United Nations tried to broker peace between the two countries.Shelling : To fire a bomb or explosive at something. : The army shelled a village near the border in Kashmir.Suspended : Stopped for a short time. : Talks between India and Pakistan were suspended after a new attack.Break down : To stop working or to fail. : Peace talks broke down when both sides started blaming each other.Mughal : A powerful empire that ruled India long ago. : Kashmir was once part of the Mughal Empire.Rang out : A loud sound was heard. : Gunfire rang out across the Kashmir border.Artillery : Large guns used in war. : Heavy artillery was used in the fighting near the Line of Control.Blackout : When there is no electricity or information. : There was a blackout in Kashmir during the attack.Pakistan : A country next to India. : Pakistan says it wants peace, but violence has increased in Kashmir.-stan (Persian) : A Persian word meaning “land of.” : Pakistan means “land of the pure.”Pact : A promise or agreement. : The two nations signed a pact to stop fighting, but it didn’t last.Commitment : A promise to do something. : Pakistan said it had a strong commitment to protect Kashmir.Calm down : To relax or stop being angry. : The Indian government asked people to calm down after the attack.Narendra Modi : The Prime Minister of India. : Narendra Modi said India would protect its people in Kashmir.Address : The place where someone lives or a letter is sent. : The letter was sent to a military address in Kashmir.Addressed : To speak about a problem or talk to people. : Modi addressed the nation about the Kashmir conflict.Blackmail : To scare someone into doing something by threatening them. : India said it would not be blackmailed by threats of violence.Took credit : Said they did something. : A terror group took credit for the deadly attack in Kashmir.A Breakthrough : A big step forward after a problem. : There was hope for a breakthrough in peace talks last week.Permanent : Lasting forever. : People in Kashmir hope for a permanent peace one day.Hot and heavy : Intense or serious. : The fighting between India and Pakistan got hot and heavy last night.Terror attack : A violent act meant to scare people for political reasons. : A terror attack in Kashmir killed several soldiers.Hindu : A person who follows the Hindu religion. : Many people in India are Hindu, including some living in Kashmir.Hindi : A main language spoken in India. : Hindi is widely spoken in Indian areas of Kashmir.Kashmir : A region that both India and Pakistan claim. : Kashmir has seen more violence as both countries fight over it.Infrastructure : Basic systems like roads, water, and power. : The war damaged much of the infrastructure in Kashmir.

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In this English lesson, we explore a surprising news story—Mark Carney visited the White House in Washington DC and told President Trump "Canada is NOT for Sale! Learn 28 or more key vocabulary words and expressions while diving into the history and mystery of this famous prison island. Perfect for English learners who want to build their vocabulary using real news stories!👨‍🏫 Do you want to be my student? https://brentspeak.as.me/💙 OVER 100 BONUS ENGLISH LESSONS? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/joinVocabulary + SentencesPushed back – said no; didn’t agreeCarney pushed back when Trump said Canada should be part of the U.S.Muted response – quiet reaction :Many people in Canada gave a muted response. They didn’t say much.Amid – duringAmid the talks, they also spoke about border problems.The firefighter is walking amid the fire.Not shy – confident; says what he thinksTrump was not shy about saying he wants Canada as a U.S. state.Rejected – said noCarney rejected the idea of selling Canada.Liberal – a political group that is the opposite of Conservative Carney is the leader of Canada’s Liberal Party.Mark Carney – Canada’s new Prime MinisterMark Carney met with Trump in May 2025.Real estate – selling land and buildingsCarney said Canada is not real estate. It is not for sale.Buckingham Palace – famous royal building in LondonCarney said, “Canada is not for sale—like Buckingham Palace.”Owners of Canada – the citizens of CanadaCarney said that he talked to the owners of Canada. They said, “Canada is not for sale.” Never say never – maybe it could happen somedayTrump smiled and said, “Never say never.”Pressing – asking a lot of questionsReporters were pressing the two men about what they talked about.“If I may” – polite way to start a questionA reporter asked, “If I may, is Canada really for sale?”Dominated – was the biggest topicThe idea of Canada joining the U.S. dominated the meeting.Rhetoric – strong, emotional speakingCarney used strong rhetoric to say Canada is not for sale.Imposed – forced somethingTrump imposed new taxes on Canadian products.Produce – fruits and vegetablesThey talked about trading produce like apples and potatoes.Produce – to create somethingCanada wants to produce more things for trade.Insisted – said very stronglyCarney insisted that Canada would stay independent.Underway – already happeningTalks about trade were already underway.This English lesson has been underway for about ten minutes now. Negotiated – talked to make a dealThe two leaders negotiated a new plan for trade.The door is open – we can still talk about it laterCarney said “The door is open” to more talks.Libya – a country in North AfricaPresident Trump said he would like to deport aliens to Libya.Migrants – people who move to a new countryThey discussed how to help migrants at the border.Illegal aliens – people in a country without permissionTrump used the term “illegal aliens” during the talk.Turmoil – big problems and confusionThere is a lot of turmoil at the U.S.-Canada border.Major escalation – a big increase in conflictA trade war would be a major escalation.