How the U.S. Found Saddam Hussein
neo • 2025-04-14T16:16:00Z • 21:16 • intermediate • History
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Discover the dramatic story of how U.S. forces captured Saddam Hussein, a moment that changed the course of Iraq's history forever.
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negotiate
/nɪˈɡoʊʃieɪt/
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to discuss something in order to reach an agreement.
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The two countries decided to negotiate a peace treaty to end the conflict.
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bounty
/ˈbaʊnti/
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a reward or payment, especially one offered by a government for the capture of a criminal.
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The government offered a bounty for information leading to the capture of the fugitive.
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apprehended
/ˌæprɪˈhɛndɪd/
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to be arrested or taken into custody.
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The suspect was apprehended after a lengthy chase through the city.
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propaganda
/ˌprɒpəˈɡændə/
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information, especially of a biased or misleading nature, used to promote a political cause or point of view.
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The regime used propaganda to maintain control over the population.
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ostentatious
/ˌɑːstənˈteɪʃəs/
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characterized by vulgar or pretentious display; designed to impress or attract notice.
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The ostentatious mansion was filled with expensive decorations and lavish furnishings.
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dismay
/dɪsˈmeɪ/
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a feeling of shock or concern, often caused by something unexpected.
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To her dismay, she found out that the event had been canceled at the last minute.
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