the SKIMM - 2022.03.10

1. dub: 별명을 붙이다, 더빙하다

-> Critics have dubbed it the "Don't Say Gay" bill.

 

2. amend: (법 등을) 개정하다, 수정하다

-> And state senators' attempts to amend the bill failed.

 

3. walkout: 갑작스런 작업중단, 파업

-> Since last week, high school students across the state have staged walkouts to protest the legislation across the state.

 

4. senator: 상원의원-> One Democratic state senator is accusing Republicans of engaging in a "culture war against the LGBTQ communitity."

 

5. The bill allows parents to have more control over their kids' education.

 

6. One Republican state senator says the bill just puts an age limit on certain topics, saying, "it's not a new concept."

 

7. But he's held out until now, over concerns it would strain global energy supplies and ramp up prices.

 

8. grounded: 현실에 기반을 둔-> Use these tips to keep your budget grounded while energe prices soar.