Vocabulary

• drug cartels: Criminal organizations that control drug trafficking operations.
• around the world: In or to many countries.
• for example: As an illustration or instance.
• instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
• public enemy number one: The person considered most dangerous or undesirable by society.
• almost all of: Nearly the entire quantity or number of something.
• no matter: Regardless of; it does not matter.
• also known as: Also called; alternatively named.
• used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
• experience in: Knowledge or skill gained from doing something for a period of time.
• in the past: During a former period of time; previously.
• as a whole: Considering everything together; in general.
• due to: Because of; owing to
• make up: To invent or create a story
• social workers: Professionals who work to improve the lives of individuals, families, and communities by providing support, resources, and advocacy.
• deal with
• in pursuit: Following or chasing someone or something, typically to catch them.
• on to: Toward something; forward
• move on: To decide to change or go to a different place
• check out
• scale: Size, level, or amount when compared
• lead: Wire for electricity, computer, etc.; cable
• world: All the humans, events, activities on the earth
• demand: Desire customers have to buy product, service
• society: A group who meet to share values or interests
• related: To demonstrate a logical relationship between
• reduce: To try to decrease, e.g. your weight if overweight
• crime: Act that is believed to be a mistake or foolish
• drug: Illegal substance taken for effect on the mind
• violence: Strong physical force of nature
• small: Little in size; not big
• drastically: In a sudden, extreme or severe manner
• production: Process of producing or growing food naturally
• harm: To damage, injure, or hurt someone or something
• supply: Availability of products and services for use