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EPISODE · Feb 7, 2026 · 20 MIN

It's Raining Frozen Iguanas?! (This is NOT a Joke) 🥶

from American English With Brent · host Brent

Did you know that in Florida, it can get so cold that frozen iguanas actually fall out of the trees? In today's lesson, we'll break down a real news report about this crazy phenomenon so you can learn 23 new English vocabulary words and phrases!📝 Read the news more easily with this FREE news vocabulary guide: https://american-english-with-brent.kit.com/bcb3b9f6f2💙 OVER 100 BONUS ENGLISH LESSONS? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/joinLink to Newscast: https://youtu.be/X-U-4EitYfg?si=MYRohQrLi2G40pTg1. Deep FreezeDefinition: A period of very cold weather where temperatures stay below freezing 32 degrees Fahrenheit Example: The garden vegetables did not survive the deep freeze last week.2. GrippingDefinition: Holding onto something very tightly; or having a powerful effect on an area.Example: A terrible winter storm is currently gripping the entire state.3. Historic Definition: Important in history; something very famous or significant that people will remember.Example: This is a historic day because it is the coldest temperature ever recorded here.4. Cold SnapDefinition: A sudden, short period of very cold weather.Example: We usually have warm winters, but this week we are having a cold snap.5. IguanasDefinition: Large lizards with a long tail that come from tropical areas like Central America.Example: In Florida, you can sometimes see green iguanas sitting in the trees.6. ApparentlyDefinition: Used to say that something seems to be true based on what you have heard or seen, but you are not 100% certain.Example: Apparently, it is going to rain tomorrow, so bring an umbrella.7. UnusuallyDefinition: In a way that is not common or normal; surprisingly.Example: It is unusually quiet in the classroom today.8. Cold-BloodedDefinition: An animal that cannot control its own body temperature; it becomes the same temperature as the air around it.Example: Snakes are cold-blooded, so they need the sun to get warm.9. HonestlyDefinition: Used to emphasize that you are telling the truth or your real opinion.Example: Honestly, I don't like cold weather at all.10. StunnedDefinition: Unable to move or react because of a shock (like a physical hit or extreme cold).Example: The lizard was stunned by the cold air and couldn't move its legs.11. Tropical ClimatesDefinition: Weather conditions that are generally hot and humid, usually found near the equator.Example: People who live in tropical climates are not used to wearing heavy winter coats.12. Freeze UpDefinition: To become stiff, solid, or unable to move because of the cold.Example: If you don't wear gloves, your fingers might freeze up.13. Thaw OutDefinition: To become warm again and stop being frozen.Example: We need to wait for the ice on the car window to thaw out.14. Spring BackDefinition: To quickly return to a normal active state after being pushed down or stopped.Example: The flowers looked dead in the winter, but they will spring back to life in May.15. Deal With ThisDefinition: To take action to solve a problem or handle a difficult situation.Example: My car is broken, and I don't have the money to deal with this right now.

Did you know that in Florida, it can get so cold that frozen iguanas actually fall out of the trees? In today's lesson, we'll break down a real news report about this crazy phenomenon so you can learn 23 new English vocabulary words and phrases!📝 Read the news more easily with this FREE news vocabulary guide: https://american-english-with-brent.kit.com/bcb3b9f6f2💙 OVER 100 BONUS ENGLISH LESSONS? Become a channel member. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/joinLink to Newscast: https://youtu.be/X-U-4EitYfg?si=MYRohQrLi2G40pTg1. Deep FreezeDefinition: A period of very cold weather where temperatures stay below freezing 32 degrees Fahrenheit Example: The garden vegetables did not survive the deep freeze last week.2. GrippingDefinition: Holding onto something very tightly; or having a powerful effect on an area.Example: A terrible winter storm is currently gripping the entire state.3. Historic Definition: Important in history; something very famous or significant that people will remember.Example: This is a historic day because it is the coldest temperature ever recorded here.4. Cold SnapDefinition: A sudden, short period of very cold weather.Example: We usually have warm winters, but this week we are having a cold snap.5. IguanasDefinition: Large lizards with a long tail that come from tropical areas like Central America.Example: In Florida, you can sometimes see green iguanas sitting in the trees.6. ApparentlyDefinition: Used to say that something seems to be true based on what you have heard or seen, but you are not 100% certain.Example: Apparently, it is going to rain tomorrow, so bring an umbrella.7. UnusuallyDefinition: In a way that is not common or normal; surprisingly.Example: It is unusually quiet in the classroom today.8. Cold-BloodedDefinition: An animal that cannot control its own body temperature; it becomes the same temperature as the air around it.Example: Snakes are cold-blooded, so they need the sun to get warm.9. HonestlyDefinition: Used to emphasize that you are telling the truth or your real opinion.Example: Honestly, I don't like cold weather at all.10. StunnedDefinition: Unable to move or react because of a shock (like a physical hit or extreme cold).Example: The lizard was stunned by the cold air and couldn't move its legs.11. Tropical ClimatesDefinition: Weather conditions that are generally hot and humid, usually found near the equator.Example: People who live in tropical climates are not used to wearing heavy winter coats.12. Freeze UpDefinition: To become stiff, solid, or unable to move because of the cold.Example: If you don't wear gloves, your fingers might freeze up.13. Thaw OutDefinition: To become warm again and stop being frozen.Example: We need to wait for the ice on the car window to thaw out.14. Spring BackDefinition: To quickly return to a normal active state after being pushed down or stopped.Example: The flowers looked dead in the winter, but they will spring back to life in May.15. Deal With ThisDefinition: To take action to solve a problem or handle a difficult situation.Example: My car is broken, and I don't have the money to deal with this right now.

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