U.S. Bombs Iran! — These 25 English Terms Are Suddenly Everywhere!
In this English lesson, you’ll learn 25 powerful vocabulary words from breaking news about the United States bombing Iran’s underground nuclear sites. We’ll explain each word with a simple and two example sentences—one from the news story and one from everyday life—to help you understand and use them with confidence.✅ Do you want to be my student? https://brentspeak.as.me/ Use Code 10OFF for 10% off a class💙 OVER 100 BONUS ENGLISH LESSONS? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/join🚀 Even more English. My other channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AmericanEnglishBrent21. Extraordinary: Very unusual or specialThe U.S. took extraordinary steps by using powerful bombs on Iran.Winning the school lottery was an extraordinary moment for her.2. All Eyes Were On: Everyone was watching something :All eyes were on the sky as B-2 bombers flew toward Iran.All eyes were on him when he walked into class late.3. B-2 Bombers: U.S. military airplanes that fly quietly and carry bombsThe U.S. used B-2 bombers to hit Iran’s nuclear site.I saw a toy model of a B-2 Bomber at the museum.4. Ordinance Penetrators: Bombs that can break through strong wallsThe U.S. used ordinance penetrators to destroy underground targets in Iran.A jackhammer works like an Ordinance Penetrator on concrete sidewalks.5. Massive: Very large or heavy :The bombs dropped were massive and shook the ground.They moved a massive couch into the living room.6. Obliterated: Completely destroyedThe military obliterated Iran’s underground nuclear site.The storm obliterated the old fence in our backyard.7. My Sources: People or information I trustMy sources say the attack was planned for weeks.My sources told me the test will be next Friday.8. Ventilation: A way for fresh air to move into a spaceThe bomb blocked the tunnel’s ventilation system.I opened the window for better ventilation while cooking.9. Shafts: Narrow, deep openings or tunnelsThe missiles collapsed the underground shafts.The elevator goes down a deep shaft in the building.10. MOP Bombs: Very big bombs that break into deep bunkersMOP Bombs were used to reach hidden areas in Iran.We watched a video about how MOP Bombs work in science class.11. Whiteman Air Force Base: A U.S. base where B-2 bombers are kept in Missouri :The jets flew from Whiteman Air Force Base to Iran.My cousin works at Whiteman Air Force Base in Missouri.12. Refueled: Got more fuelThe bombers were refueled in midair during the mission.We had to refuel the car on the way to Boston.13. Soil: The dirt on the groundThe bomb left a deep hole in the soil.I planted flowers in the soft soil outside.14. Exposed: Left open or not coveredThe explosion exposed Iran’s secret tunnels.My arms were exposed to the sun, and I got sunburn.15. Radius: The distance from the center to the edgeThe radius of the blast was about 5 miles.We searched for restaurants within a 2-mile radius.16. Fortified: Made strong and protected :Iran’s nuclear site was heavily fortified.The school was fortified with metal doors and security cameras.17. Tomahawk Missiles: Long-range missiles that fly fast and lowThe U.S. launched tomahawk missiles from submarines.We watched a video about Tomahawk Missiles in history class.18. Submarine: A ship that travels under the water :A submarine helped launch the attack on Iran.My brother built a toy Submarine in science class.19. Ohio-Class: A type of very large U.S. submarineAn Ohio-class submarine was used in the bombing mission.The navy showed a photo of an Ohio-Class vessel.20. Converted: Changed from one thing to anotherThe submarine was converted to carry missiles.We converted the garage into a playroom.
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Trump Must Drop the Bomb on Iran 🇮🇷
In this English lesson, we explore the latest conflict between Iran and the United States, where President Trump is considering using a powerful bunker buster bomb.You’ll learn 25 key vocabulary words and phrases through real news examples and everyday situations to help improve your English fast.✅ Do you want to be my student? https://brentspeak.as.me/ Use Code 10OFF for 10% off a class💙 OVER 100 BONUS ENGLISH LESSONS? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/join🚀 Even more English. My other channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AmericanEnglishBrent2TrumpMust Drop the Bomb on IranFordow : A secret, underground uranium enrichment site in Iran.: Israel wants the U.S. to help destroy Fordow with a powerful bunker‑buster bomb. : Some companies keep important data in a secure server room, like Fordow is for uranium.Concealed : Hidden so no one can see it.: Iran’s Fordow facility is deeply concealed inside a mountain. : She concealed the gift behind her back before surprising her friend.Conventional Capabilities : Regular, non‑nuclear weapons and tools a military has.: Israel lacks the conventional capabilities to destroy Fordow alone. : Many homes have conventional capabilities like cooking and cleaning tools.Take Out : To destroy something completely.: The U.S. may take out Fordow using a bunker‑buster bomb. : He took out the old shed in his backyard to build a new one.Bunker : A strong underground shelter built to be safe.: Fordow acts like a bunker for Iran’s centrifuges, deep underground. : During the storm, the family took shelter in their backyard bunker.Bunker Buster : A bomb made to go deep into the ground an explode.: The GBU‑57 is a bunker‑buster designed to drill into deep rock. : She used an ice‑buster tool to chip the ice off her driveway.Arsenal : A collection of weapons or tools someone has.: The U.S. has a bigger arsenal of bunker‑buster bombs than Israel. : A chef’s kitchen arsenal includes knives, spoons, and mixers.Drilling : Making a hole deep into the ground.: Iran’s underground facilities involved extensive drilling to hide them. : They’re drilling a well in their backyard to get water.Stealth : How something stays hidden or undetected.: A B‑2 stealth bomber would carry the giant bunker‑buster to Fordow. : She wore dark clothes to move through the house in stealth so she wouldn’t wake anyone.Configured : Set up or arranged in a specific way.: The bomb must be configured precisely to drill down into Iran’s defenses. : He configured his phone to go into sleep mode every night at 9:00 pm.Intelligence : Secret information collected by a government to help make decisions.: U.S. intelligence says hitting Fordow is critical to stopping Iran’s nuclear potential. : People gather intelligence on real estate prices before buying a house.Inching : Moving very slowly, little by little.: The U.S. is inching toward a decision to use bunker‑buster bombs. : He inched closer to the edge of the pool before jumping in.Legitimate : Legal or acceptable under rules.: The U.S. wants to ensure any strike is legitimate under international law. : To buy alcohol, you need a legitimate ID like a driver’s license.Credibility : The trust people have in someone or something.: The U.S. fears an attack without credibility could damage global trust.: Her credibility at work grew when she consistently met her deadlines.
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Trump Must Drop the Bomb on Iran 🇮🇷
In this English lesson, we explore the latest conflict between Iran and the United States, where President Trump is considering using a powerful bunker buster bomb.You’ll learn 25 key vocabulary words and phrases through real news examples and everyday situations to help improve your English fast.✅ Do you want to be my student? https://brentspeak.as.me/ Use Code 10OFF for 10% off a class💙 OVER 100 BONUS ENGLISH LESSONS? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/join🚀 Even more English. My other channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AmericanEnglishBrent2TrumpMust Drop the Bomb on IranFordow : A secret, underground uranium enrichment site in Iran.: Israel wants the U.S. to help destroy Fordow with a powerful bunker‑buster bomb. : Some companies keep important data in a secure server room, like Fordow is for uranium.Concealed : Hidden so no one can see it.: Iran’s Fordow facility is deeply concealed inside a mountain. : She concealed the gift behind her back before surprising her friend.Conventional Capabilities : Regular, non‑nuclear weapons and tools a military has.: Israel lacks the conventional capabilities to destroy Fordow alone. : Many homes have conventional capabilities like cooking and cleaning tools.Take Out : To destroy something completely.: The U.S. may take out Fordow using a bunker‑buster bomb. : He took out the old shed in his backyard to build a new one.Bunker : A strong underground shelter built to be safe.: Fordow acts like a bunker for Iran’s centrifuges, deep underground. : During the storm, the family took shelter in their backyard bunker.Bunker Buster : A bomb made to go deep into the ground an explode.: The GBU‑57 is a bunker‑buster designed to drill into deep rock. : She used an ice‑buster tool to chip the ice off her driveway.Arsenal : A collection of weapons or tools someone has.: The U.S. has a bigger arsenal of bunker‑buster bombs than Israel. : A chef’s kitchen arsenal includes knives, spoons, and mixers.Drilling : Making a hole deep into the ground.: Iran’s underground facilities involved extensive drilling to hide them. : They’re drilling a well in their backyard to get water.Stealth : How something stays hidden or undetected.: A B‑2 stealth bomber would carry the giant bunker‑buster to Fordow. : She wore dark clothes to move through the house in stealth so she wouldn’t wake anyone.Configured : Set up or arranged in a specific way.: The bomb must be configured precisely to drill down into Iran’s defenses. : He configured his phone to go into sleep mode every night at 9:00 pm.Intelligence : Secret information collected by a government to help make decisions.: U.S. intelligence says hitting Fordow is critical to stopping Iran’s nuclear potential. : People gather intelligence on real estate prices before buying a house.Inching : Moving very slowly, little by little.: The U.S. is inching toward a decision to use bunker‑buster bombs. : He inched closer to the edge of the pool before jumping in.Legitimate : Legal or acceptable under rules.: The U.S. wants to ensure any strike is legitimate under international law. : To buy alcohol, you need a legitimate ID like a driver’s license.Credibility : The trust people have in someone or something.: The U.S. fears an attack without credibility could damage global trust.: Her credibility at work grew when she consistently met her deadlines.Stick Your Neck Out : To take a risk by supporting something others might not.: Some Republicans are unwilling to stick their necks out to support a strike.: He stuck his neck out by taking a risk and introducing a new project at the meeting.: U.S. leaders say they have to think about the big picture before striking. : When choosing a career, it’s important to see the big picture of long‑term goals.
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At Least 274 Dead — Learn English Through One of the Worst Crashes in Years
BREAKING NEWS: Indian Plane Crash – Learn English with the Latest HeadlinesIn this lesson, we use a real news story about the tragic crash of an Air India flight to help English learners understand important vocabulary. Learn 28 key terms like aviation, crew members, billowing, smoldering, and more — all with simple definitions and example sentences.✅ Do you want to be my student? https://brentspeak.as.me/ Use Code 10 OFF for 10% off a class💙 OVER 100 BONUS ENGLISH LESSONS? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/join🚀 Even more English. My other channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AmericanEnglishBrent2🇮🇳 Improve your English while staying informed about current events.✈️ Level: A2–B1 (great for students learning English for 1–2 years)#LearnEnglish #ESL #NewsEnglish #AirIndia #vocabularylessons India Plane Crash 🇮🇳1. BoeingA large company in the United States that makes airplanes.The crashed plane was a Boeing 787 headed to London.Boeing builds airplanes that fly all over the world.2. Headed toGoing toward a place.The plane was headed to London when it crashed.After school, we are headed to the soccer field.3. CorrespondentA news reporter who gives information from a specific place.A correspondent from CNN was reporting at the crash site.The weather correspondent said a storm was coming.4. AviationThe activity or business of flying airplanes.Indian aviation experts are studying the cause of the crash.He wants a job in aviation so he can work with planes.5. HorrificVery shocking and scary.The scene of the crash was described as horrific.That horror movie had some horrific scenes.6. BillowingSpreading upward or outward in a large cloud.Smoke was billowing from the wreckage.Her dress was billowing in the wind.7. RubbleBroken pieces of a building or structure that has fallen down.People searched through the rubble for survivors.The earthquake left the old church in rubble.8. SmolderingBurning slowly and giving off smoke.The engine was still smoldering hours after the crash.The campfire was smoldering the next morning.9. Taken off When a plane leaves the ground and starts to fly.The plane had just taken off when it crashed.We watched the plane take off from the window.10. Crew MembersThe workers on a plane, like pilots and flight attendants.The crew members tried to help people get out safely.The crew members showed us how to wear life jackets.11. CaptainThe person in charge of flying the airplane.The captain made a final call for help before the crash.The captain of the ship told everyone to get ready to sail.12. Stellar ReputationA very good opinion people have about someone or something. “Reputation” means what people think about someone over time.The airline had a stellar reputation for safety until the crash.She has a stellar reputation because she always helps others.13. Setting upGetting something ready to use.Workers are setting up a place for families to wait for news.We are setting up the tent before it gets dark.14. Emergency Relief CenterA place where people go to get help after something bad happens.An emergency relief center was opened near the crash site.After the flood, we went to the emergency relief center for food and clothes.15. AnxiousFeeling nervous, scared, or worried.Families were anxious as they waited to hear about their loved ones.I was anxious before giving my first speech.16. PotentiallyMaybe or possibly.The crash potentially killed people who were in the hostel.That medicine is potentially helpful, but it needs testing.17. GrievingFeeling very sad because someone died.Many families are grieving after losing loved ones in the crash.He was grieving the loss of his pet dog.
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What Just Happened in LA? 700 Marines! These English Words Explain Everything!
🚨 700 Marines to Los Angeles?! ICE Raids, Protests, and New Vocabulary Explained!In this English lesson, we break down a recent news story about U.S. Marines possibly being sent to Los Angeles after major protests erupted in response to ICE immigration raids. 🇺🇸⚠️✅ Do you want to be my student? https://brentspeak.as.me/ Use Code 10 OFF for 10% off a class💙 OVER 100 BONUS ENGLISH LESSONS? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/join🚀 Even more English. My other channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AmericanEnglishBrent2👉 You’ll learn 25 useful English terms — like vandalism, mobilization, quell, and wave — all with simple definitions and real example sentences based on this story.This lesson is perfect for English learners who want to improve their vocabulary, understand the news, and get better at real-world English! 🗞️📚💬 Be sure to leave a comment if you’ve heard this news or want help with any of the words!#EnglishLesson #LearnEnglish #ICEraids #NewsVocabulary #ELL #AmericanEnglishWithBrentVandalism – damaging or destroying things on purpose. They saw vandalism when some people broke windows near the federal building during protests.Wave – to move your hand to say hello or get attention. A protester tried to wave at a camera during the demonstration.Wave – the moving water on the sea. The protesters did not see any ocean waves during the city action.Wave – when soldiers move in large groups. Another wave of National Guard troops arrived in Los Angeles to guard federal buildings.Gavin Newsom – the governor of California. Gavin Newsom asked a court to stop the military from helping ICE in his state.Mobilization – preparing and moving soldiers for action. The mobilization of Marines surprised many people in Los Angeles.Unprecedented – never happened before. It was unprecedented to send Marines to help with ICE raids in LA.Tom Homan – former head of ICE operations, the border czar Tom Homan said he would support federal immigration actions in California.Breach – to break into a place or area you are not supposed to enter. The crowd breached the gate and ran into the federal building. Correct me if I’m wrong – used when you’re not sure and want feedback. Correct me if I’m wrong, but I think they sent 700 Marines to Los Angeles.Federal Building – a government-owned building. They stationed troops outside a federal building to protect it.The National Guard – U.S. state-based military force. The National Guard was sent to help guard ICE agents.Highway Ramp – a short road that connects a street to a highway. The protesters stood on the highway ramp to stop cars from getting on the freeway. Blocked Off – closed a road or area so people can’t use it. Police blocked off an area to keep protesters out.Flare-ups – sudden small outbreaks of violence. There were Flare-ups when police used rubber bullets on protesters.Flash-bangs - special grenades that make a loud sound and bright light to confuse peoplePolice used flash-bangs to break up the protest without using deadly weapons18. Rubber Bullets – non-lethal bullets made of rubber. Officers fired rubber bullets when the crowd became chaotic.Chaos – complete disorder and confusion. The scene turned into chaos when protesters and troops clashed.Erupt – to suddenly start. Violence can erupt suddenly during big protests.Lingering Around – staying in a place longer than needed. Some protesters were lingering around even after the curfew.Displeasure – feeling unhappy or annoyed. The mayor showed her displeasure about the military presence.Spectrum – a range of different ideas or types. Protests showed a spectrum of opinions, from peaceful to angry.Voiced – expressed something in words. Many residents voiced concern over the use of military force.
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