In this English lesson, you will learn terms that you might see on the IELTS or TOEFL exam. Together, we will watch a news clip that uses some very advanced terms.✅ Speak Better English With Me https://brentspeak.as.me/ Use code Fall15 for 15% off. Click for bonus English: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/usbrent/subscribe🦱 Want a hair transplant? Use Brent10 for 10% off: +90 538 545 34 42 on WhatsApp1. The FAA (Federal Aviation Administration): The government agency that controls and oversees all air travel and safety in the United States. : The FAA makes sure airplanes fly safely in the sky.2. Bracing: Preparing yourself for something difficult or unpleasant. : She took a deep breath, bracing herself for bad news.3. Cancellations: The act of stopping or calling off something that was planned. : There were many flight cancellations because of the storm.4. Delays: When something happens later than expected. : Our flight had a two-hour delay.5. Sole: Only; not shared with others. : She was the sole passenger on the small plane.6. In the Coming Days: During the next few days; soon. : The weather will get colder in the coming days.7. Lead To: To cause something to happen. : Bad weather can lead to flight delays.: Improving your English can lead to a better job. 8. Systematic Way: A method that is organized and follows clear steps. : The TSA checks bags in a systematic way to keep everyone safe.9. Obtaining: Getting or gaining something, especially through effort. : He is obtaining his pilot’s license this year.10. Air Traffic Controllers: People who manage airplane takeoffs and landings to keep flights safe. : Air traffic controllers guide pilots through bad weather.11. Staffing Shortages: When there are not enough workers to do the needed jobs. : Staffing shortages at airports cause long lines.12. TSA (Transportation Security Administration): The U.S. government agency that checks passengers and luggage before flights. : The TSA makes sure no dangerous items are brought onto airplanes.13. Checkpoints: Places where security officers check passengers or vehicles. : We went through two TSA checkpoints before boarding the plane.14. Strain: Pressure or stress that makes something or someone work too hard. : The rope began to strain under the heavy weight.: Don’t lift that heavy box — you might strain your back.15. Exponentially: Increasing very fast; growing more and more quickly. : Her English skills are improving exponentially because she studies every day.: Gas prices rose exponentially last summer.16. Exhausted: Very tired; having no energy left. : After waiting all night for her flight, she felt exhausted.17. Compromise: An agreement where each side gives up something to solve a problem. : They made a compromise so that both teams could use the field.
