VOA慢速英语:Budget Deal Includes More US Money to Combat Famine

funding - v. provided money for programs

counter - v. to do something in defense or in response to something

down payment - n. initial funding on a large project or program

shutdown - n. the act of stopping the operation or activity of a government or business

off the table - phrase meaning that a proposal or project is no longer being considered

commitment - n. a promise to do or give something

bolster - v. to increase

poultry - n. birds such as chickens and ducks that are raised on farms for their eggs or meat