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How American Cars Got So Bad
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Kanta Mori posted on 2025/07/24Ever wondered why American cars have a reputation for being... well, not the best? This video dives deep into the fascinating history of the US auto industry, exploring everything from the "Big Three" and corporate bailouts to the surprising "SUV loophole" and the ongoing EV transition. You'll pick up tons of advanced vocabulary related to business, policy, and technology, making it a fantastic way to boost your knowledge and language skills!
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strategy
US /ˈstrætədʒi/
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UK /'strætədʒɪ/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Careful plan or method for achieving a goal
- Branch of military dealing with command
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US /ˈkraɪsɪs/
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UK /'kraɪsɪs/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Unstable situation of extreme danger or difficulty
- A turning point in a disease.
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US /ˈævərɪdʒ, ˈævrɪdʒ/
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UK /'ævərɪdʒ/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Total of numbers divided by the number of items
- Transitive Verb
- To add numbers then divide by the number of items
A2TOEIC
More general
US /ˈdʒɛnərəl/
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UK /'dʒenrəl/
- Adjective
- Widespread, normal or usual
- Not detailed or specific; vague.
- Countable Noun
- Top ranked officer in the army
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