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Is Takaichi Sanae the most powerful woman in the world? | The Economist
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Jiro posted on 2026/03/21Curious about Japan's political landscape and its powerful women? This Economist video dives into the influence of Takaichi Sanae, exploring her impact on LDP policy, defense spending, and Japan's relations with China. You'll pick up advanced vocabulary related to geopolitics and constitutional change while getting a fascinating look at a potential future leader!
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US /kaɪnd ʌv/
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- Adverb
- To some extent; rather; somewhat
- Somewhat; to a certain extent.
- Noun
- A category of things that share similar characteristics.
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- A phrase used as a filler in speech, often to indicate uncertainty or to seek confirmation from the listener.
- A phrase used to seek agreement or confirmation from the listener.
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US /praɪm ˈmɪnɪstɚ/
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- The leader of countries with a king, queen
- The head of an elected government; the principal minister of a sovereign or state.
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- To some extent; rather.
- To some extent; in a way.
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- A type or kind of something.
- Used to express hesitation or uncertainty
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