Vocabulary

• at least: As a minimum
• for example: As an illustration or instance.
• have to: Must do
• in the past: During a former period of time; previously.
• to some extent: Partially; not completely.
• speak out: To express your opinion frankly and publicly, especially about something that you disagree with.
• at home: In one's own residence or country.
• to the point: Expressing something directly and without unnecessary detail.
• in terms of
• for sure: Definitely; certainly; without a doubt.
• at the same time: Simultaneously; at the identical moment.
• same time: Occurring simultaneously or at the same point in time.
• deal with
• in power: Having control of a country or organization.
• talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
• black and white
• in the end: Finally; after a period of time or series of events.
• on to: Toward something; forward
• as well as: Also; in addition to
• at the crossroads: At a point where an important decision must be made.
• on the rise: Increasing; becoming more popular or common.
• cracking down: To act forcefully in order to reduce crime, etc.
• such as: For example; like
• saying goes: An expression or proverb that is commonly known and used.
• with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
• of course: Sure ; Certainly
• in the face of: When confronted with something difficult or challenging.
• with regards to: Concerning; relating to; about.
• at the moment: At this time; now
• in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
• prior to: Before a particular time or event.
• on the face of it: Based on first impressions; seemingly.
• look back: To think about past events
• western countries: Countries generally located in Europe and North America, characterized by democratic governments and capitalist economies.
• in the grip of: Under the strong influence or control of something.
• below the surface: Hidden emotions or issues not immediately visible.
• rein in: To control or limit something.
• in order to: For the purpose of; with the aim of.
• based on: To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
• shy away from: To avoid something because of nervousness or a lack of confidence.
• in mind: Being aware of or considering something.
• get out of: To leave or escape responsibilities, troubles
• in question: Being doubted or disputed; under discussion.
• after all: In spite of what was expected; used to introduce a statement that supports a previous statement or explains why it was made
• do without: To manage without having or doing something
• build on: To develop or expand something; to use something as a foundation for further progress.
• move into: To start living in a new house or building
• think about: To consider something carefully.
• look at: To use your eyes to focus on something
• withdraw from: To take out or remove (something) from a place or container.
• go ahead: To start an activity; start doing, working etc.
• jump in: To enter a vehicle quickly.
• rock bottom: The lowest possible level or point.
• at times: Sometimes; occasionally.
• due to: Because of; owing to
• step back: To move backwards; to move away from something.
• feel like: To have a desire or inclination for something.
• answer to: To be responsible to someone and have to explain your actions to them.
• with regard to: Concerning; in relation to.
• point in time: A specific moment or instance when something occurs or exists.
• at heart: In one's real or essential nature; fundamentally.
• in time: Eventually; after a period of time.
• at the end of the day: Ultimately; when everything else is considered.
• work together: To collaborate or cooperate with others to achieve a common goal.
• way to go: An expression of encouragement or approval.
• sort: To organize things by putting them into groups
• absolutely: Completely; totally; very
• individual: Single person, looked at separately from others
• present: Being in attendance; being there; having turned up
• sense: Certain mental feeling or emotion
• necessarily: In a way that is needed/required/is unavoidable
• current: Electricity flowing through wires
• extent: Point, level or limit to which something reaches
• relationship: Connection between two or more people or things
• influence: To affect or change something indirectly
• criticism: Article or essay that judges quality
• military: Army or armed forces
• political: Being active or interested in government matters
• mention: To refer to or talk or write about something
• state: Region within a country, with its own government
• grip: To hold someone's interest
• region: Part of a country, of the world, area, etc.
• democracy: System of government in which everyone is equal
• security: Department in a company in charge of protection
• fellow: Man or a boy
• democratic: (Of government) giving the people power, a vote
• reason: To think and make conclusions in a logical manner
• economy: Using money, resources in a careful, effective way
• role: Character played by an actor
• correspondent: Journalist, as one reporting from other countries
• criticize: To assess the work of others
• moment: Very short or brief period of time
• defense: Argument in support of something
• authoritarian: Person expecting complete obedience
• lot: What happens to a person in life from chance; fate
• important: Having power or authority
• fact: Something that is known or proved to be true
• summit: Official meeting(s) of the leaders of countries
• build: Your physical shape; physique
• pragmatic: Dealing with problems reasonably and practically
• government: Group of people and system that rule a nation
• point: An item to be discussed
• middle: Place that is halfway between two things
• head: To hit a ball with your head in a game
• dissent: Difference of opinion; a disagreement
• confrontation: A disagreement or argument
• alliance: Group of people/organizations working together
• crackdown: Increased effort to enforce the law or a rule
• opposition: Act of disagreeing or trying to stop something
• jail: Place to hold criminals being punished for a crime
• turkey: Edible bird resembling a large chicken
• domestically: With respect to your own country
• hardline: Extreme and stubborn in your beliefs or opinions