170. Who was Gorbachev? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

Season 1 Episode 170

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Mikhail Gorbachev, the last leader of the Soviet Union, has passed away. News reports around the world described him as one of the most influential political figures of all time. Today, let’s discuss how Gorbachev rose to such a powerful position, his influence as a leader, and his legacy today!

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Vocabulary List

Breakup (n) – the division of something into smaller parts

The breakup of the oil tanker caused severe damage to the environment

Legacy (n) – something that is a part of your history or that remains from an earlier time

The war has left a legacy of hatred

To eclipse (v) – to make another person or thing seem much less important, good, or famous

The economy has eclipsed all other issues during this election

Innovation (n) – a new idea or method

What is the next innovation in computer technology?

Repression (n) – the use of force or violence to control a group of people

The political repression in this country is enforced by terror

To crush (v) – to defeat someone completely

The president used the army to crush the rebellion

Catastrophe (n) – a sudden event that causes very great trouble or destruction

The war has been a catastrophe

To restructure (v) – to organize a company, business, or system in a new way to make it operate more effectively

The department is currently undergoing a restructure

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170. Who was Gorbachev? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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