BBC Removes Comedy Sketches From Online Platform
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Vocabulary
resonate /ˈrez.ə.neɪt/ verb
to have special meaning or significance for someone; to connect emotionally
The film's themes of family and loyalty resonate strongly with audiences of all ages.
dated /ˈdeɪ.tɪd/ adjective
no longer modern or fashionable; belonging to an earlier time
The mobile phone technology shown in that 1990s movie looks completely dated now.
legacy /ˈleg.ə.si/ noun
something important left behind by a person or organization from the past
The playwright's legacy includes over thirty successful productions that are still performed today.
Article
The British Broadcasting Corporation has decided to take down eleven comedy sketches from its online streaming service, iPlayer. The sketches were originally created by the comedians Mitchell and Webb, a popular British duo known for their sharp humor and clever writing. This removal is part of a larger effort by the BBC to keep its content collection relevant and appropriate for modern audiences.
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