President Trump has sparked a diplomatic crisis by doubling down on threats to use military force to annex Greenland from Denmark. Watch this breakdown of the shocking ultimatum to understand why the U.S. wants to purchase the territory and how this move could threaten the NATO alliance.📝 If you want to review the words from today's lesson, click the link below to download my Free News Vocabulary Guide: https://american-english-with-brent.kit.com/bcb3b9f6f2📺 Original News Clip: https://youtu.be/EphehaHs2Os?si=12OymKo7rBVmBDU_1. TakeoverDefinition: When one group gets control of another group (like a company).Example: The big company wants a takeover of the small store.2. TargetDefinition: The thing or person you want to hit or reach.Example: Our sales target for this month is very high.3. InvestDefinition: To use money now to make more money later.Example: I want to invest my money in a new business.4. Doubling DownDefinition: To try even harder to do something; to not change your mind.Example: He is doubling down and refuses to change his plan.5. AnnexDefinition: To take land from another country and make it yours.Example: The country wants to annex the island.6. TargetingDefinition: Picking or choosing someone to focus on.Example: The ads are targeting people who like sports.7. AllyDefinition: A friend or partner (usually a country).Example: Canada is an ally of the United States.8. TerritoryDefinition: Land that belongs to a government.Example: Puerto Rico is a U.S. territory.9. RejectingDefinition: Saying "no" to something.Example: She is rejecting the job offer because the pay is low.10. ThreatsDefinition: Promising to hurt or punish someone.Example: The bulky man made threats to fight us.11. Ruled OutDefinition: Decided that something will not happen.Example: We ruled out going to the beach because of the rain.12. PurchaseDefinition: To buy.Example: Did you purchase a ticket for the movie?13. InvadeDefinition: To enter a place with an army to take control.Example: The army plans to invade the city tomorrow.14. ExecutivesDefinition: Important bosses or managers in a company.Example: The executives fly in first class.15. UrgedDefinition: Tried hard to persuade someone to do something.Example: My mom urged me to eat more vegetables.16. SecurityDefinition: Safety; protection from danger.Example: The bank has good security so nobody can steal money.17. HesitancyDefinition: Waiting before acting because you are not sure.Example: I felt some hesitancy before jumping into the cold water.18. ContractsDefinition: Official papers that promise something.Example: The players signed their contracts for the new season.19. FrameworkDefinition: The basic plan or structure of something.Example: We have a framework for the essay, but we need to write the details.20. UninvestableDefinition: Not a good place to put your money.Example: This old house is uninvestable because it is broken.21. Stressed (verb)Definition: Said clearly that something is very important.Example: The teacher stressed that we must be on time.22. AllianceDefinition: A group of countries or people working together as a team.Example: The two countries formed an alliance to stop the war.

Shocking images of violence and unrest are coming out of the United States, but do you have the vocabulary to understand what is really happening? In this English lesson, we break down the news reports to help you master advanced words related to protests, riots, and civil conflict.📝 If you want to review the words from today's lesson, click the link below to download my Free News Vocabulary Guide: https://american-english-with-brent.kit.com/bcb3b9f6f21. Tensions * Definition: Bad feelings between people or groups that might lead to a fight. * Example: There are tensions between the two neighbors because of the loud music.2. Crackdown * Definition: Serious action by the police or government to stop bad behavior. * Example: The school started a crackdown on cell phone use in class.3. Columbus, Ohio * Definition: A large city in the United States (the capital city of Ohio). * Example: My cousin lives in Columbus, Ohio.4. Fatal * Definition: Causing death. * Example: The accident was fatal; sadly, the driver died.5. Kicked Off (started) * Definition: Started or began. * Example: The soccer game kicked off at 3:00 PM.6. DHS * Definition: The "Department of Homeland Security." It is a US government group that keeps the country safe. * Example: The DHS checks passports at the airport.7. A Traffic Stop * Definition: When police force a driver to stop their car to check for a problem. * Example: He got a ticket for speeding during a traffic stop.8. Undocumented * Definition: Not having official papers to live or work in a country. * Example: It is difficult for undocumented people to get a driver’s license.9. Convicted * Definition: Found guilty of a crime by a court. * Example: He was convicted of stealing the money.10. Dragged * Definition: Pulled something heavy along the ground. * Example: I dragged the heavy bag into the house.11. Fateful moment * Definition: A specific time that changes the future forever. * Example: Meeting his wife was a fateful moment in his life.12. SUV * Definition: A large car that is good for families. * Example: We put all our luggage in the back of the SUV.13. Approach * Definition: To come closer to something. * Example: The train will approach the station soon.14. Reverses * Definition: Drives backward. * Example: Look behind you before the car reverses.15. Accelerating * Definition: Going faster. * Example: The plane is accelerating down the runway.16. Rare * Definition: Not common; very hard to find. * Example: Snow is very rare in the desert.17. Radicalized * Definition: Made to believe in extreme or dangerous ideas. * Example: The young man was radicalized by angry videos he saw online.18. Pressed (asked) * Definition: Asked many times or pushed for an answer. * Example: The reporter pressed the President for an answer.19. Risk * Definition: A chance that something bad or dangerous might happen. * Example: There is a risk of rain tomorrow.20. Deranged * Definition: Crazy; acting very strangely. * Example: The man was acting deranged and yelling at the wall.21. Leftist * Definition: A person who supports liberal political ideas (usually wanting social change). * Example: The leftist group wants the government to pay for college.22. Obstruct * Definition: To block or get in the way. * Example: Do not obstruct the door; people need to get out.23. Tragedy * Definition: A very sad event where people often die or get hurt. * Example: The sinking of the Titanic was a huge tragedy.24. Frustration * Definition: Feeling angry or upset because you cannot do what you want. * Example: I shouted in frustration when I lost my keys.25. Passed Judgment * Definition: Gave a strong opinion saying something is good or bad. * Example: The teacher passed judgment on the student's poor behavior.

In this English lesson, we discuss the shocking event in Minneapolis where the Mayor told federal agents to leave the city after a tragic shooting. We will learn important vocabulary words like "chaos," "spin," and "distrust" to help you talk about this difficult news story.✅ Speak Better English With Me https://brentspeak.as.me/ Use code NewYear for 25% off. Vocabulary List: Definitions & Examples * Swirling around * Definition: Moving in circles; often used when many rumors or stories are being talked about. * Sentence: There are many rumors swirling around about the new office rules. * Collectively * Definition: Done by people acting together as a group. * Sentence: The students collectively decided to ask for a longer break. * Get to the bottom of this * Definition: To find the real cause or the truth of a problem. * Sentence: I don't know why the car won't start, but I will get to the bottom of this. * Get justice * Definition: To get a fair result or punishment after something bad or illegal happens. * Sentence: The family is going to court because they want to get justice. * Dreaded * Definition: Something that makes you feel very worried, bored, or afraid. * Sentence: It is finally time for the dreaded Monday morning meeting. * Internally * Definition: Inside something (like a person's mind or inside a company). * Sentence: He looked happy, but internally he was feeling very sad. * Chaos * Definition: A situation where there is no order and everything is confusing. * Sentence: It was total chaos at the mall during the holiday sale. * Distrust * Definition: The feeling that you cannot believe or rely on someone. * Sentence: There is a lot of distrust between the two neighbors. * Spin this (Politics) * Definition: To tell a story in a way that makes a person look good, even if the situation is bad. * Sentence: The politician tried to spin this mistake to make it look like a good idea. * Self-defense * Definition: Protecting yourself from harm or an attack. * Sentence: He took a class to learn how to use self-defense. * Recklessly * Definition: Doing something dangerous without caring about the results or safety. * Sentence: He was driving recklessly and almost hit a tree. * Priorities * Definition: The things that are most important and should be done first. * Sentence: My priorities this year are finishing school and finding a job. * Problematic * Definition: Something that causes problems or is difficult to deal with. * Sentence: The lack of clean water in the city is very problematic. * Culture * Definition: The habits, traditions, and beliefs of a specific group of people. * Sentence: I love traveling to different countries to learn about their culture. * That's on you * Definition: A phrase used to say that something is your responsibility or your fault. * Sentence: I warned you to bring a jacket; if you are cold now, that's on you.