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European regulators approve new treatment for sleeping sickness

2026年3月21日

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©(Anton Fric/CTK via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. infectious /in-FEK-shuhs/ [adjective] – able to spread from one person to another and cause illness Schools closed early because an infectious illness was reported in the area. confusion /kuhn-FYOO-zhuhn/ [noun] – a state of not understanding clearly The unclear instructions caused confusion among the new employees. simplify /SIM-pluh-fahy/ [verb] – to make something easier to understand or do The company simplified the process to save time and reduce errors. dose /dohs/ [noun] – a single amount of medicine taken at one time The nurse prepared one dose of medicine for the patient….
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European regulators approve new treatment for sleeping sickness

2026年3月21日

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©(Anton Fric/CTK via AP) 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 heard news about a new medicine? Do you think it is hard for people in rural areas to go to a hospital? 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。 occur /uh-KUR/ [verb] – to happen Problems can occur when rules are not clear. bite /bahyt/ [noun] – an act of using the teeth or mouth to cut or hurt A dog bite caused a small injury on his hand. patient /PEY-shuhnt/ [noun] – a person who receives medical care Each patient waited quietly…
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European regulators approve new treatment for sleeping sickness

2026年3月21日

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©(Anton Fric/CTK via AP) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to your mind when you hear about a serious disease in a rural area? How do you think doctors can help patients who live far from hospitals? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. regulator /REG-yuh-ley-ter/ [noun] – a person or group that controls or checks rules and safety The regulator checked the school to make sure safety rules were followed. committee /kuh-MIT-ee/ [noun] – a group of people chosen to make decisions or give advice The committee met to discuss changes to the company rules….
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Group messaging boom prompts experts to urge clear digital etiquette standards

2026年3月20日

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©AP Photo/Tsering Topgyal, File Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What problems can happen in group chats? Why is it important to think before sending a message online? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. consideration /kuhn-sid-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – careful thought about something He showed consideration for others by keeping his message short. obliged /uh-BLAHYJD/ [adjective] – required or expected to do something No one is obliged to answer immediately. cautious /KAW-shuhs/ [adjective] – careful to avoid problems or danger She was cautious when sharing personal information. misinterpret /mis-in-TUR-pri-t/ [verb] – to understand something in the wrong way…
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Group messaging boom prompts experts to urge clear digital etiquette standards

2026年3月20日

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©AP Photo/Tsering Topgyal, File Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. etiquette /ET-i-kit/ [noun] – the set of rules or customs that control accepted behaviour in particular social groups or social situations Good etiquette helps maintain respect in professional meetings. informality /in-fawr-MAL-i-tee/ [noun] – a relaxed and friendly way of behaving or dressing The informality of the event made guests feel comfortable. implicit /im-PLIS-it/ [adjective] – suggested but not communicated directly The agreement contained implicit expectations about behavior. condolences /kuhn-DOH-luhns-iz/ [noun] – expressions of sympathy, especially on the occasion of a death She sent condolences to the family after the loss. administrator /ad-MIN-uh-strey-ter/…
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Group messaging boom prompts experts to urge clear digital etiquette standards

2026年3月20日

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©AP Photo/Tsering Topgyal, File 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 use group chats? Can messages in a group chat cause problems? 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。 purpose /PUR-puhs/ [noun] – the reason why something is done The purpose of the meeting was to plan the event. waste /weyst/ [verb] – to use something badly or without care Do not waste time on simple questions. polite /puh-LAHYT/ [adjective] – showing good manners and respect She gave a polite answer. clear /kleer/ [adjective] – easy to understand The teacher gave clear instructions. mute /myoot/…
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Long-running Moorhead Dairy Queen opens for the new season

2026年3月19日

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©(AP Photo/Jack Dura) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. relevance /REL-uh-vuhns/ [noun] – the importance or connection of something to a situation or topic The relevance of public transport increased during the fuel shortage. authenticity /aw-then-TIS-i-tee/ [noun] – the quality of being real, original, or genuine Customers value the authenticity of handmade products at local markets. differentiate /dif-uh-REN-shee-eyt/ [verb] – to show or recognize how something is different from others The company uses design to differentiate its products from competitors. distinctive /dih-STINGK-tiv/ [adjective] – clearly different from others and easy to recognize The building has a distinctive shape that attracts visitors. coexist…
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