Words from the news, explained in easy English. From: Russia and Ukraine trade attacks after peace talks are proposed.
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Vocabulary in this episode
- envoy
You heard “envoy” in the news.
An envoy is a person sent to represent a government or group.
- envoy
For example: The envoy met with the mayor to discuss a new park.
The envoy is a representative who meets with the mayor.
- toll
You heard “toll” in the news.
Here, a toll is the number of people killed or injured in an event.
- toll
For example: The storm took a heavy toll on the town’s old trees.
“Took a heavy toll” means the storm caused great damage to the trees.
- proposal
You heard “proposal” in the news.
A proposal is a plan suggested for others to consider.
- proposal
For example: She made a proposal to share the cost of the trip.
She suggested a plan for sharing the trip’s cost.