Scientists transport endangered corals to Texas for ongoing research
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Scientists transport endangered corals to Texas for ongoing research
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. relocate /ree-LOH-keyt/ [verb] – to move or move something or someone from one place to another The company relocated its headquarters to a larger building downtown. meticulously /muh-TIK-yuh-luhs-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that shows great care and attention to detail She meticulously arranged the flowers in the vase to create a perfect centerpiece. sediment /SED-uh-muhnt/ [noun] – a soft substance that is like a wet powder and consists of very small pieces of a solid material that have fallen to the bottom of a liquid Over time, layers of sediment built up at the bottom…
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Worsening allergy season brings discomfort to millions nationwide
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. itchy /ICH-ee/ [adjective] – causing a sensation that makes you want to scratch After playing in the grass, she felt an itchy rash on her arms. trigger /TRIG-er/ [verb] – to cause something to start The loud noise can trigger a migraine in some people. pandemic /pan-DEM-ik/ [noun] – an outbreak of a disease that occurs over a wide geographic area and affects a high proportion of the population The pandemic led to widespread changes in how people work and socialize. immunotherapy /im-yuh-noh-THER-uh-pee/ [noun] – a type of treatment that uses the body’s immune system to…
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Worsening allergy season brings discomfort to millions nationwide
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Worsening allergy season brings discomfort to millions nationwide
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What kind of allergies are most common in your country? In which months do people in your country usually experience the most allergy problems? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. symptom /SIMP-tuhm/ [noun] – physical or mental features that indicate a condition or disease The doctor asked about the symptoms I was experiencing before making a diagnosis. allergen /AL-er-juhn/ [noun] – substances that cause an allergic reaction Common allergens like pollen and dust can trigger severe reactions in people with allergies. mask /mask/ [noun] – covers worn over the face to…
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Worsening allergy season brings discomfort to millions nationwide
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 learned about the causes of allergies? Are allergy tests readily accessible to people in your country? 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。 season /SEE-zuhn/ [noun] – the period of the year when something that happens every year happens The holiday season is a time for family gatherings and festive celebrations. advise /ad-VAHYZ/ [verb] – to recommend or suggest a course of action based on knowledge, expertise, or judgment It is advised to keep all documents in a secure location to prevent identity theft. count /kount/ [noun] –…
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California enacts laws to protect actors from AI misuse
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. withdraw /with-DRAW/ [verb] – to take or move out or back, or to remove The company decided to withdraw its offer after further negotiations failed. controversial /kon-truh-VUR-shuhl/ [adjective] – causing disagreement or discussion The new law was controversial, sparking debates across the country. unauthorized /uhn-AW-thuh-rahyzd/ [adjective] – without official permission The unauthorized entry into the building led to security concerns. recreation /rek-ree-EY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of making something exist or happen again The artist’s recreation of the old painting was nearly identical to the original. advocate /AD-vuh-kit, -keyt/ [noun] – a person who supports a…
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California enacts laws to protect actors from AI misuse
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is the role of artificial intelligence in the film industry? Can you think of any examples where technology, like CGI or motion capture, has been used to create characters in movies? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. prohibit /proh-HIB-it/ [verb] – to forbid or not allow something The school will prohibit students from using phones during class. digital /DIJ-i-tl/ [adjective] – related to or involving computer technology She uses a digital camera to take pictures. critic /KRIT-ik/ [noun] – a person who judges or evaluates something The critic gave the…
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California enacts laws to protect actors from AI misuse
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California enacts laws to protect actors from AI misuse
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 know about the role of artificial intelligence in the film industry? Have you seen examples where technology, like CGI or motion capture, has been used to create characters in movies? 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。 term /turm/ [noun] – refers to the specific conditions or clauses outlined in a contract The terms of the agreement were not clear about how the image would be used. replica /REP-li-kuh/ [noun] – an exact copy of something She bought a replica of the famous statue. fear /feer/ [noun] –…
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