Los Angeles protests: Trump sends marines: BBC Learning English from the News
BBC Learning English • 2025-06-11T13:53:52Z • 6:38 • intermediate • News
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In the wake of violent protests in Los Angeles, President Trump has taken decisive action by sending in the Marines. Join us as we explore the key vocabulary and implications of this significant news story.
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curfew
/ˈkɜrˌfju/
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A restriction where people are banned from being outside in a particular place at a particular time.
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The curfew meant that everyone had to be home by 8 o'clock.
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quell
/kwɛl/
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To stop something, often used in law enforcement to mean stop unrest, a riot, or a rebellion, often by force.
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The police managed to quell the trouble quickly.
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vandalism
/ˈvæn.dəl.ɪ.zəm/
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The action involving deliberate destruction of or damage to public or private property.
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The city experienced a rise in vandalism during the protests.
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unrest
/ʌnˈrɛst/
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A state of dissatisfaction or agitation in a group of people, often leading to protests or riots.
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The unrest in the city prompted a strong response from local authorities.
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escalate
/ˈɛs.kə.leɪt/
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To increase or intensify, often used to describe conflict or tension that becomes more severe.
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The situation could escalate if the protests continue.
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prophecy
/ˈprɒf.ə.si/
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A prediction about what will happen in the future, often seen as a foretelling of events.
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The self-fulfilling prophecy led to increased tensions in the community.
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