Asian wealth managers head to Dubai for client diversification
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Asian wealth managers head to Dubai for client diversification
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. affluent /AF-loo-uhnt/ [adjective] – having a lot of money or owning a lot of things The affluent businessman owned multiple luxury properties and drove a fleet of high-end cars. asset /AS-et/ [noun] – anything of value that is owned by an individual, company, or entity She considered her house and investments as valuable assets that contributed to her overall financial stability. neutral /NOO-truhl/ [adjective] – not taking sides or showing no bias or preference in a conflict or dispute During the negotiations, the mediator remained neutral and refrained from expressing any personal opinions to ensure a…
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Scientists unlock lunar soil’s agricultural potential, paving the way for sustainable moon farming
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Scientists unlock lunar soil’s agricultural potential, paving the way for sustainable moon farming
©Reuters Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are your initial thoughts or assumptions about the soil on the moon? Do you think the soil on the moon is similar to the soil on Earth, or could there be significant differences? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. breakthrough /BREYK-throo/ [noun] – an important discovery or event that helps to improve a situation or provide an answer to a problem The scientist’s recent breakthrough in renewable energy could revolutionize how we power our homes. crucial /KROO-shuhl / [adjective] – extremely important or necessary Proper nutrition is crucial for…
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Scientists unlock lunar soil’s agricultural potential, paving the way for sustainable moon farming
©Reuters 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。 Have you ever thought about whether plants can grow in the soil on the moon? Do you know if the soil on the moon is good for growing traditional crops like we have on Earth? 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。 ability /uh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the physical or mental power or skill needed to do something Her ability to adapt to new situations makes her an excellent problem-solver. create /kree-EYT/ [verb] – to make something new or invent something The artist aims to create a masterpiece that reflects…
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Scientists unlock lunar soil’s agricultural potential, paving the way for sustainable moon farming
©Reuters Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. bacteria /bak-TEER-ee-uh / [noun] – very small organisms that are found everywhere and are the cause of many diseases Farmers added beneficial bacteria to the soil to improve crop growth. clarify /KLAR-uh-fahy / [verb] – to make something clear or easier to understand by giving more details or a simpler explanation The teacher clarified the confusing concept, making it easier for the students to understand. prompt /prompt / [verb] – to make something happen The unexpected noise prompted everyone in the room to turn around and look. dissolve /dih-ZOLV/ [verb] – (of a solid) to…
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Indonesia speeds decarbonization with $20 billion green energy push
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 an understanding of the concept of reducing carbon dioxide emissions in a country’s power sector? Is your country currently implementing measures or initiatives aimed at reducing carbon emissions? 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。 introduce /in-truh-DOOS/ [verb] – to bring something new into a situation or make something known for the first time She will introduce the new project during the meeting tomorrow. support /suh-PAWRT/ [verb] – to provide assistance, help, or backing to someone or something The community rallied together to support the local food…
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Indonesia speeds decarbonization with $20 billion green energy push
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Indonesia speeds decarbonization with $20 billion green energy push
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you understand about the concept of reducing carbon dioxide emissions in a country’s power sector? What countries can you identify that have made recent notable announcements regarding substantial investments in environmental initiatives? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. carbon dioxide /KAHR-buhn dahy-OK-sahyd/ [noun] – the gas formed when carbon is burned, or when people or animals breathe out Carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere have been steadily increasing due to human activities such as burning fossil fuels. release /ri-LEES/ [noun] – the act of making something public or available…
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Indonesia speeds decarbonization with $20 billion green energy push
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. allocation /al-uh-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of giving someone their part of a total amount of something to use in a particular way The government’s fund allocation for renewable energy projects prioritized solar and wind farms, aiming to allocate 40% of the total budget to these initiatives. anticipated /an-TIS-uh-pey-tid/ [adjective] – something that is expected, predicted, or foreseen to happen or occur in the future The company’s anticipated growth in the next fiscal year prompted strategic investments to meet the expected demand. intensified /uhn-TEN-suh-fide/ [adjective] – describes something that has been made more intense, heightened, or…
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