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Words from the news, explained in easy English. From: Barclays to cut 5,000 jobs as it expands use of AI.

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Vocabulary in this episode
fuel taxes

Here are words from the bulletin about South Africa’s fuel taxes and job cuts at Barclays.

Fuel taxes are charges that people or companies pay on fuel, such as petrol.

job cuts

Here are words from the bulletin about South Africa’s fuel taxes and job cuts at Barclays.

Job cuts are reductions in the number of jobs at a company or organization.

bulletin

Here are words from the bulletin about South Africa’s fuel taxes and job cuts at Barclays.

A bulletin is a short news report or official update.

set amount of time

Here, it means lasting for only a set amount of time.

A set amount of time is a period with a decided length or end point.

supply

For example: The shop has a limited supply of fresh bread.

A supply is the amount of something that is available.

organization

Here, it means the people who work for an organization.

An organization is a group, such as a company, that works toward a shared purpose.

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  • Barclays to cut 5,000 jobs as it expands use of AI
  • South Africa cuts fuel taxes as prices hit record highs
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