News

Staying informed about current events through “news” is a win-win for you as an ESL learner. Not only does the news expose you to a wide range of vocabulary and sentence structures used in the real world, but it also provides a springboard for discussions and critical thinking. By engaging with news articles, you can practice summarizing information, expressing opinions, and staying connected to the world around you, all while strengthening your grasp of the English language. Today’s vocabulary will help you do all of that, and more. Let’s jump right in!

In today’s lesson, you’re going to have:

• 5 advanced English vocabulary words about News.

• 15 examples of phrases that you can use on a daily basis.

• Eye-catching images will help you learn and retain the vocabulary.

1. Headline

📚 DEFINITION

A heading at the top of an article or page in a newspaper or magazine, usually in large font, summarizing the main point or topic of the story.

📄 Example Sentences:

1. The headline of today's newspaper highlighted the latest developments in the political scandal.

2. Online news websites often use catchy headlines to attract readers to their articles.

3. She glanced at the headline to get a quick overview of the breaking news.

2. Scoop

📚 DEFINITION

A news story, especially an exclusive one, reported and published before other news organizations; to obtain or report such a story.

📄 Example Sentences:

1. The journalist received a prestigious award for her investigative scoop on corporate fraud.

2. The newspaper scooped its competitors by revealing details of the celebrity wedding before anyone else.

3. He hopes to scoop the local news by uncovering new information about the upcoming election.

3. Correspondent

📚 DEFINITION

A journalist or reporter who contributes news stories or reports from a specific region or for a particular news organization.

📄 Example Sentences:

1. The foreign correspondent provided live updates from the conflict zone.

2. The newspaper's Washington correspondent interviewed the senator about the proposed legislation.

3. She worked as a freelance correspondent for several international news agencies.

4. Coverage

📚 DEFINITION

The extent and manner in which news events or topics are reported by journalists or media outlets.

📄 Example Sentences:

1. The news channel provided extensive coverage of the presidential election, including live debates and analysis.

2. Media coverage of the environmental crisis has raised public awareness and prompted policy changes.

3. The newspaper's sports coverage includes in-depth articles, interviews, and match summaries.

5. Sources

📚 DEFINITION

Individuals, organizations, or documents that provide information to journalists for news stories, often requiring confidentiality or anonymity.

📄 Example Sentences:

1. The journalist protected her sources when reporting on the sensitive political scandal.

2. Reliable sources confirmed the celebrity couple's engagement to multiple news outlets.

3. Investigative reporters often cultivate sources within government agencies to uncover corruption.

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