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European leaders walk tightrope between backing Ukraine and keeping US on board | BBC News
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林宜悉 posted on 2025/12/09Ever wondered how European leaders navigate tricky diplomacy with the US while supporting Ukraine? This BBC News analysis dives into the complex dance of 'ceasefire negotiations' and 'security guarantees,' giving you a fantastic chance to boost your 'advanced vocabulary' and understand 'cultural depth' in international affairs. You'll pick up key terms and insights into the delicate balance of global politics!
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absolutely
US /ˈæbsəˌlutli, ˌæbsəˈlutli/
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UK /ˈæbsəlu:tli/
- Adverb
- Completely; totally; very
- Considered independently and without relation to other things; viewed abstractly; as, quantity absolutely considered.
A2
More critical
US /ˈkrɪtɪkəl/
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UK /ˈkrɪtɪkl/
- Adjective
- Making a negative judgment of something
- Being important or serious; vital; dangerous
A2
More desperate
US /ˈdɛspərɪt/
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UK /ˈdespərət/
- Adjective
- Being beyond hope; prepared to do anything
- State of urgently wanting to go to the toilet
A2
More skeptical
US /'skeptɪkəl/
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UK /'skeptɪkəl/
- Adjective
- Doubting that something is true/probable/useful
C2
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