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ETA, violent separatist group in Spain, disbands | Plus, learn English phrase ‘fight back’
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ETA, violent separatist group in Spain, disbands | Plus, learn English phrase ‘fight back’
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Length:
14 minutes
Released:
May 21, 2018
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Podcast episode
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The last home-grown terrorist organization in Europe officially disbanded. The Basque country’s ETA, which used violent tactics in an attempt to separate from Spain, agreed to give up its weapons and disband last month. Plus, we discuss the English phrase “fight back.” Read the full transcript of this episode at http://www.plainenglish.com/48 Transcripts are always free and available now! ¿Hablas español? Você fala português? Parles-tu français? 你会说中文吗? The episode transcripts include instant translations from English to Spanish, Portuguese, French and Chinese. Hover over or tap a highlighted word for the translation. Connect with Jeff on Twitter (@PlainEnglishPod) and Facebook (PlainEnglishPod). Or e-mail jeff@plainenglish.com If you like the program, please leave a review or rating wherever you listen. It will help others discover the program. Never miss an episode! Sign up to receive updates from Plain English at http://www.plainenglish.com/mail Subscribers get exclusive links for further reading and additional practice with common English words and phrases. Learn English with podcasts! Use Plain English and other podcasts to build your English vocabulary, improve your listening skills, and speak English better.
Released:
May 21, 2018
Format:
Podcast episode
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