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The US Government is Shutting Down, And Its Far Worse Than You Expect
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林宜悉 posted on 2025/10/02Ever wondered what happens when the US government faces a shutdown and how it impacts things like the debt ceiling and interest payments? This video dives deep into the complex world of federal budgets and defense spending, giving you a fantastic chance to boost your vocabulary with advanced terms related to economic analysis. You'll gain a richer understanding of US fiscal policy and the fascinating cultural context behind budget negotiations!
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US /ˈlɪtərəli/
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UK
- Adverb
- In a literal manner or sense; exactly as stated.
- Used for emphasis to describe something that is actually true, often to highlight surprise or intensity.
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US /ɛnˈtaɪr/
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UK /ɪn'taɪə(r)/
- Adjective
- Complete or full; with no part left out; whole
- Undivided; not shared or distributed.
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US /məˈdʒɔrɪti, -ˈdʒɑr-/
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UK /mə'dʒɒrətɪ/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Amount that is more than half of a group
- The age at which a person is legally considered an adult.
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US / dɪˈbet/
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UK /dɪ'beɪt/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- General public discussion of a topic
- A formal event where two sides discuss a topic
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To consider options before making a decision
- To take part in a formal discussion
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