Studying vocabulary before watching a TV show can greatly enhance your understanding and enjoyment of the content. By familiarizing yourself with key words, phrases, and jargon specific to the show, you will be better equipped to follow the plot, grasp character dynamics, and appreciate nuanced dialogue. In the case of “The Night Agent,” a TV show, it is advisable to prepare for the first episode by learning some relevant vocabulary.

Below are some vocabulary and jargon terms that you may encounter in the first episode of “The Night Agent” Season 1 Episode 1

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Jargons in The Night Agent Season 1 Episode 1:

1. Platform: In the context of transportation, a platform refers to a raised structure or area alongside railway tracks or bus stops where passengers can board or alight from trains or buses.
2. Red Line: In this context, “Red Line” refers to a specific train line or route. Train lines are often designated by different colors to help passengers identify the correct route.
3. Judiciary Square: Judiciary Square is a specific station or destination on the train route mentioned. It is a neighborhood in Washington, D.C., known for its government buildings and legal institutions.
4. Boarding: Boarding refers to the act of getting on or entering a train, bus, or other modes of transportation.
5. Center of the car: Refers to the middle part of the train car or compartment. Passengers are advised to move towards the center of the car to ensure an even distribution of weight and to allow more space for others to board.
6. EMT: An abbreviation for Emergency Medical Technician. EMTs are healthcare professionals trained to provide immediate medical assistance in emergency situations.
7. TED Talk: TED (Technology, Entertainment, Design) Talks are a series of influential presentations given by experts and thought leaders on various topics. They are known for their short, informative, and engaging format.

CEFR B2 and above vocabulary in the show :

1. Ambushed: To attack or surprise someone by lying in wait or hiding.
2. Violated: To break or fail to comply with a law, rule, or agreement.
3. Privacy: The state or condition of being free from public attention or intrusion into one’s personal matters.
4. Fulfilling: Making someone satisfied or happy by meeting their expectations or desires.
5. Surveillance: The act of closely observing or monitoring someone or something, especially for the purpose of gathering information.
6. Accomplice: A person who helps another commit a crime or wrongdoing.
7. Promotion: The advancement of an employee to a higher rank or position within an organization.
8. Think-tank: An organization or group that conducts research and provides ideas and solutions on specific topics or issues.
9. Ransomware: Malicious software designed to block access to a computer system or data until a sum of money (ransom) is paid.
10. Domestic terrorism: Acts of terrorism committed by individuals or groups within the same country or nation.
11. Intruders: People who enter a place or situation without permission or authorization.
12. Assets: In the context of intelligence or security, assets refer to individuals who provide information or support to an organization or agency.
13. Debrief: To question or interview someone, typically after a mission or event, to gather information or assess the situation.
14. Witness: A person who sees an event, crime, or incident and can provide information about it.
15. Deceased: A formal term used to refer to someone who has died.
16. Institution: An organization, establishment, or society involved in a specific activity or field.
17. Distribution: The act of giving out or spreading something over an area or among people.
18. Even: Equal or uniform in degree, extent, or proportion.
19. Abbreviation: A shortened form of a word or phrase.
20. Intrusion: The act of entering or invading someone’s privacy or personal space without permission.