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Why L.A.’s Trains Can Take 4x Longer Than Driving | WSJ Pro Perfected
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Kanta Mori posted on 2025/06/10Ever wondered why taking the train in L.A. can feel like it takes forever? This video dives into the fascinating urban planning behind L.A.'s transit system, explaining why trains can sometimes take four times longer than driving! You'll pick up some advanced vocabulary related to urban planning and commuter experiences while learning about this unique city.
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constantly
US /ˈkɑnstəntlɪ/
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UK /ˈkɒnstəntli/
- Adverb
- Frequently, or without pause
- In a way that is unchanging or faithful
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More essentially
US /ɪˈsenʃəli/
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UK /ɪˈsenʃəli/
- Adverb
- Basically; (said when stating the basic facts)
- Used to emphasize the basic truth or fact of a situation.
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US /səˈner.i.oʊ/
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UK /sɪˈnɑː.ri.əʊ/
- Noun
- An imagined sequence of events in a plan/project
B1
More dedicated
US /ˈdɛdɪˌketɪd/
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UK /'dedɪkeɪtɪd/
- Transitive Verb
- To state a person's name in book, song, in respect
- To give your energy, time, etc. completely
- Adjective
- Devoted to a task or purpose; having single-minded loyalty or integrity.
- Designed for or devoted to a specific purpose or task.
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