English Expression

• Korea joined the ranks of the world’s top 10 exporters last year thanks to its brisk shipment of products despite the aftermath of the global financial crisis.
• The Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA) expected the ranks earlier this year based on preliminary data and predicts the nation will further climb the ladder to eighth place.
• The Ministry of Justice, police and other government offices have teamed up for months to “wipe out” unauthorized street vendors and homeless people spotted around meeting venues in central and southern Seoul.
• A district court ruled that it was not required for the ministry to approve Kim’s request but a higher court ruled in favor of Kim.

- petition: 진정서

- woe: 걱정
- discretion: (자유)재량(권)
- stroke: 뇌졸증
- verdict: (배심원단의) 평결
- consulate: 영사관