In this English lesson, you will learn terms that you might see on the IELTS or TOEFL exam. Together, we will watch a news clip that uses some very advanced terms. ✅ Speak Better English With Me Use code Fall15 for 15% off. 💙 OVER 100 BONUS ENGLISH LESSONS? Become a channel member. 🦱 Want a hair transplant? Use Brent10 for 10% off: +90 538 545 34 42 on WhatsApp 1. The FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) : The government agency that controls and oversees all air travel and safety in the United States. : The FAA makes sure airplanes fly safely in the sky. 2. Bracing : Preparing yourself for something difficult or unpleasant. : She took a deep breath, bracing herself for bad news. 3. Cancellations : The act of stopping or calling off something that was planned. : There were many flight cancellations because of the storm. 4. Delays : When something happens later than expected. : Our flight had a two-hour delay. 5. Sole : Only; not shared with others. : She was the sole passenger on the small plane. 6. In the Coming Days : During the next few days; soon. : The weather will get colder in the coming days. 7. Lead To : To cause something to happen. : Bad weather can lead to flight delays. : Improving your English can lead to a better job. 8. Systematic Way : A method that is organized and follows clear steps. : The TSA checks bags in a systematic way to keep everyone safe. 9. Obtaining : Getting or gaining something, especially through effort. : He is obtaining his pilot’s license this year. 10. Air Traffic Controllers : People who manage airplane takeoffs and landings to keep flights safe. : Air traffic controllers guide pilots through bad weather. 11. Staffing Shortages : When there are not enough workers to do the needed jobs. : Staffing shortages at airports cause long lines. 12. TSA (Transportation Security Administration) : The U.S. government agency that checks passengers and luggage before flights. : The TSA makes sure no dangerous items are brought onto airplanes. 13. Checkpoints : Places where security officers check passengers or vehicles. : We went through two TSA checkpoints before boarding the plane. 14. Strain : Pressure or stress that makes something or someone work too hard. : The rope began to strain under the heavy weight. : Don’t lift that heavy box — you might strain your back. 15. Exponentially : Increasing very fast; growing more and more quickly. : Her English skills are improving exponentially because she studies every day. : Gas prices rose exponentially last summer. 16. Exhausted : Very tired; having no energy left. : After waiting all night for her flight, she felt exhausted. 17. Compromise : An agreement where each side gives up something to solve a problem. : They made a compromise so that both teams could use the field.