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US Court: YouTube and Meta build addictive platforms: BBC Learning English from the News
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林宜悉 posted on 2026/04/01Ever wondered how social media platforms are designed to keep you hooked? This BBC Learning English explainer dives into the landmark trial against YouTube and Meta, breaking down complex legal terms and giving you vocabulary for discussing social media addiction. You'll gain insights into the tech world and boost your English with practical, advanced vocabulary!
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- To defeat something or someone completely
- To affect someone emotionally in a strong way
- Adjective
- Feeling like you have so much to do that you can't even get started.
- Feeling like you are unable to cope with something
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