Monthly Archive: July 2023

Apple launches its most significant product

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. anticipated /an-TIS-uh-pey-tid/ [adjective] – eagerly expected or awaited with a sense of excitement and interest The release of the highly anticipated new album by the popular band generated a lot of excitement among their fans. commence /kuh-MENS/ [verb] – to begin something The graduation ceremony will commence at 10:00 a.m., with students eagerly waiting to receive their diplomas. compelling / kuhm-PEL-ing / [adjective] – very exciting and interesting and making you want to watch or listen The photograph captured a compelling moment of raw emotion, leaving a lasting impact on the viewer. spark /spahrk/ [verb] –…
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Apple launches its most significant product

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Do you enjoy staying updated with the latest technology trends? Is Apple the most popular brand in your country when it comes to technology products? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 conference /KON-fer-uhns/ [noun] – an event, sometimes lasting a few days, at which there is a group of talks on a particular subject, or a meeting in which especially business matters are discussed formally I attended a conference last week about the future of renewable energy. discuss /UHP-deyt / [UHP-deyt ] – to talk about a subject with…
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New Study: New York City Sinking Due to Million-Plus Buildings

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Do you have many tall buildings in your town or city? Are you interested in visiting New York City to see its tall buildings? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 sinking /SING-kuhng/ [adjective] – falling or moving to a lower level The sinking ship was in desperate need of rescue. rise /rahyz / [rahyz ] – to move upwards The sun will rise in the morning, bringing light to the world. flooding /FLUHD-ing/ [noun] – a situation in which an area is covered with water, especially from rain The…
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New Study: New York City Sinking Due to Million-Plus Buildings

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever been to New York City? If so, what comes to mind when you think about it? Would you like to live or work in New York someday? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. significant /sig-NIF-i-kuhnt/ [adjective] – important or noticeable The teacher’s instructions were significant in guiding the students through the classroom activities. contribute /kuhn-TRIB-yoot / [verb] – to be one of the reasons why something happens The excessive use of plastic contributes to environmental pollution. tackle /TAK-uhl/ [verb] – to try to deal…
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New Study: New York City Sinking Due to Million-Plus Buildings

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. confront /kuhn-FRUHNT/ [verb] – to face, meet, or deal with a difficult situation or person The team must confront the challenges of a tight deadline and limited resources to complete the project. pose /pohz/ [verb] – to cause something, especially a problem or difficulty The icy road conditions pose a danger to drivers. attribute /uh-TRIB-yoot/ [verb] – to say or think that something is the result of a particular thing The success of the project was largely attributed to the dedication and hard work of the team members. ongoing /ON-goh-ing/ [adjective] – continuing to exist or…
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NASA: Saturn’s rings may vanish

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. formation /fawr-MEY-shuhn / [noun] – the development of something into a particular thing or shape The geologist studied the rock formation to understand its origin and composition. predominantly /pri-DOM-uh-nuhnt-lee/ [adverb] – mostly or mainly The movie’s target audience is predominantly teenagers and young adults. accumulate /uh-KYOO-myuh-leyt / [verb] – to collect a large number of things over a long period of time Over time, dust and dirt can accumulate on surfaces if not cleaned regularly. lifespan /lahyf -span / [noun] – the length of time for which a person, animal, or thing exists The average lifespan…
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NASA: Saturn’s rings may vanish

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Are you familiar with the planet Saturn? What do you know about it? If you were going to describe Saturn to a blind person, how would you describe it? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. visible /VIZ-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to be seen The police officer wore a reflective vest to ensure they were visible to drivers during nighttime patrols. disappearance /dis-uh-PEER-uhns / [noun] – a state or condition in which a person or thing cannot be seen or found The detective was called in to investigate the mysterious disappearance of…
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NASA: Saturn’s rings may vanish

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Are you familiar with the planet Saturn? Can you imagine Saturn without its rings? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 mostly /MOHST-lee/ [ADVERB] – mainly The weather in this region is mostly sunny throughout the year, making it a popular tourist destination. appear /uh-PEER/ [verb] – to start to be seen or to be present The sun began to set, and the stars started to appear in the darkening sky. dust /duhst/ [noun] – dry dirt in the form of powder that covers surfaces inside a building, or very…
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