264. Why is the UK Banning Some Breeds of Dog?: The Dangerous Dog Debate! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
Thinking in English
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The UK has announced a ban on the American Bully XL dog breed after a spate of violent attacks. What is an American Bully XL? Why are they being banned? What is a dangerous dog? And is banning dangerous dogs the best approach to dealing with this problem? Let’s discuss all this today!
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Vocabulary
- Ban (noun) - A formal prohibition or restriction.
- Breed (noun) - A group of animals or plants with common characteristics, often created through selective breeding.
- Cull (verb) - To selectively remove or eliminate animals from a population.
- Temperament (noun) - A person or animal's natural disposition or character.
- Imposing (adjective) - Having an impressive or commanding presence.
- Amnesty (noun) - An official pardon or forgiveness that allows individuals or groups to be exempt from penalties or legal consequences for past actions or offenses.
- Characteristics (noun) - Distinctive qualities, traits, or features that define or distinguish something or someone from others.
- Socialization (noun) - The process of learning and adapting to social norms and interactions.
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