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Food companies expand GLP-1-friendly meal options

2026年1月28日

GLP1

©(AP Photo/Dee-Ann Durbin) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. appetite /AP-i-tahyt/ [noun] – a natural desire to eat food After a long walk, the child had a strong appetite for dinner. digestion /dih-JES-chuhn/ [noun] – the process of breaking down food in the body Drinking enough water can support healthy digestion. prevalent /PREV-uh-luhnt/ [adjective] – common or happening often Online meetings became prevalent in many workplaces. scrutinize /SKROOT-n-ahyz/ [verb] – to examine something carefully Shoppers often scrutinize prices when buying electronics. implication /im-pli-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a possible effect or result of an action The rule change has an implication for employee schedules….
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Food companies expand GLP-1-friendly meal options

2026年1月28日

GLP1

©(AP Photo/Dee-Ann Durbin) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What foods make you feel full or satisfied after eating? Do you read food labels before buying food? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. prescription /pri-SKRIP-shuhn/ [noun] – an official order from a doctor for medicine A prescription is required to buy certain drugs at a pharmacy. hormone /HAWR-mohn/ [noun] – a chemical in the body that controls growth or body functions Stress can change the level of hormone activity in the body. portion /PAWR-shuhn/ [noun] – a single amount of food served to…
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Food companies expand GLP-1-friendly meal options

2026年1月28日

GLP1

©(AP Photo/Dee-Ann Durbin) 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 often buy packaged meals or snacks from a supermarket? Do you sometimes choose food based on the label on the package? 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。 approval /uh-PROO-vuhl/ [noun] – official permission or acceptance The school received approval to start a new program. fluid /FLOO-id/ [noun] – a liquid substance Doctors advise drinking enough fluid during hot weather. nutrition /noo-TRISH-uhn/ [noun] – the process of getting nutrients from food Good nutrition supports growth in children. depend /dih-PEND/ [verb] – to be influenced or…
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Astronaut returns early from space station for medical evaluation

2026年1月27日

NASA

©(NASA 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 watched a movie or TV show about astronauts? Do you think working in space is dangerous? 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。 stable /STEY-buhl/ [adjective] – not changing and not getting worse The patient’s condition is stable after the treatment. operation /op-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – an organized activity or process The factory stopped its operation during the holiday. assist /uh-SIST/ [verb] – to help someone do something Staff members assist customers at the information desk. pause /pawz/ [noun] – a short stop There was…
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Beginner

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Astronaut returns early from space station for medical evaluation

2026年1月27日

NASA

©(NASA via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. undock /uhn-DOK/ [verb] – to separate a vehicle from a fixed structure The ferry will undock from the pier after all passengers board. protocol /PROH-tuh-kawl/ [noun] – an official procedure The laboratory follows a strict protocol for handling chemical samples. robust /roh-BUHST/ [adjective] – strong and effective The software includes robust security features to protect user data. mitigate /MIT-i-geyt/ [verb] – to reduce harm or risk The policy aims to mitigate traffic congestion during peak hours. implication /im-pli-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a possible effect or result Scientists discussed the environmental implication of the new…
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Astronaut returns early from space station for medical evaluation

2026年1月27日

NASA

©(NASA via AP) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think is difficult about living in space? What kind of support do you think astronauts need in space? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. evacuation /ih-vak-yoo-EY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of moving people away from a dangerous place The storm warning led to the evacuation of homes near the coast. timeline /TAHYM-lahyn/ [noun] – a planned schedule of events The project timeline changed after new rules were announced. reentry /ree-EN-tree/ [noun] – the act of returning to a place The athlete planned a reentry into…
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China auto exports jump 21% in 2025 as EV shipments offset weak domestic demand

2026年1月26日

Brix-News (70)

©Chinatopix 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。 Are cars from China sold in other countries? Are electric cars popular today? 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。 foreign /FOR-in/ [adjective] – from another country Foreign buyers ordered Chinese cars. large /LAHRJ/ [adjective] – big in size or amount Exports played a larger role. improve /im-PROOV/ [verb] – to make something better Companies improve car features. rule /ROOL/ [noun] – official laws or limits Some countries have strict rules. important /im-PAWR-tnt/ [adjective] – having great value Exports are important for growth. Article Reading: Please read…
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China auto exports jump 21% in 2025 as EV shipments offset weak domestic demand

2026年1月26日

Brix-News (70)

©Chinatopix Via AP Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have car exports increased in recent years? Why or why not? Are electric vehicles popular globally? What affects their adoption? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. alternative /awl-TUR-nuh-tiv/ [adjective] – another choice or option The company looked for alternative deliberate /di-LIB-er-it/ [adjective] – done with careful planning The firm made deliberate export decisions. stability /stuh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the condition of being steady or balanced Export sales improved financial stability. restriction /ri-STRIK-shuhnz/ [noun] – limits set by rules or laws Trade restrictions slowed exports. transition /tran-ZISH-uhn/ [noun] – the…
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