Tramp's tariffs Flashcards

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To publicly declare or make known a piece of information, decision, or plan.

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sb has announced sth

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To officially introduce and enforce a tax or duty of a specific percentage (%) on imported or exported goods.

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impose ..% tariff on ..

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The production of goods within a country’s own borders, rather than importing them from other countries.

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domestic manufacturing

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The decision or action has caused shock, anxiety, or concern among a group of people, an industry, or a market.

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the move has rattled ..

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Depends significantly on something or someone for support, success, or functionality.

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relies heavly on ..

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Germany is the country where BMW, the well-known automobile manufacturer, is based or originates from.

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Germany home to BMW

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Will suffer the most significant negative impact due to a particular event, change, or situation.

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will be hardest hit with ..

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It is expected that the total value of goods sold to other countries will decrease by a specific percentage (%) in the future.

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export projected to decline by ..%

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A certain percentage (%) change in one factor causes or results in another percentage (%) change in a related factor.

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..% leading to ..%

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A decrease of a certain percentage (%) in the total contribution of a sector to the economy, measured as Gross Value Added (GVA)—the value of goods and services produced in that sector after subtracting input costs.

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..% drop in sectors gross value added

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Preparing for expected disturbances, difficulties, or interruptions in normal operations.

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are bracing for disruptions

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Experts express their opinion or reasoning about a particular issue, often in a debate or discussion.

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Experts arguing …

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Data that has been chosen or presented in a way that supports a specific argument or viewpoint, potentially omitting other relevant information.

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selective data

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To officially impose a tax or duty of a specific percentage (%) on imported or exported goods.

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levies a ..% tariff on

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15
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Modified or calculated to account for specific factors such as inflation, seasonal variations, or other economic influences.

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adjusted for

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Indicates a specific percentage (%) value of something in comparison to another percentage (%) from a different time period, category, or group.

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stand at ..% compared to .. %

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Weakening or challenging the argument that trade practices are unjust or disadvantageous.

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undermining claim of unfair traid

18
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To cause interruptions or disturbances in the worldwide network of production, distribution, and delivery of goods and services.

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disrupt global supply chains

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To negatively impact American workers, often by causing job losses, lower wages, or reduced employment opportunities.

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hurt American workers

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To own or manage large manufacturing or production facilities in the United States.

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operate major U.S. plants

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Refers to the biggest location, market, or operation of a brand on a global scale.

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the brand’s largest worldwide

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To reduce spending on business operations and eliminate jobs, often due to financial difficulties or strategic restructuring.

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cut investment and jobs

23
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fuel-efficient cars

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Vehicles designed to use less fuel per mile or kilometer traveled, often to reduce costs and environmental impact.

24
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don’t align with EU regulations

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Do not comply with or meet the standards and requirements set by the European Union (EU) for a specific industry or product.

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Restricting or reducing the ability to grow, expand, or improve something.
limiting the potential to increase
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To negatively impact the economic conditions of two countries, regions, or entities.
harm both economies
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Not successfully addressing the unequal flow of goods, services, or capital between trading partners, often resulting in persistent trade deficits or surpluses.
failing to fix traide imbalances
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Increasing conflict, disagreement, or hostility between parties, often in political, economic, or diplomatic contexts.
escalating tensions
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Increasing or improving the production of goods, often through investment, innovation, or policy support.
boosting manufacturing
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To trigger a harmful dispute or confrontation between countries, businesses, or industries that negatively impacts economic stability and growth.
spark damaging economic conflict