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Singapore restaurant pioneers insect cuisine following new food authority approval

2024年8月5日

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©REUTERS/Edgar Su/File Photo Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. sanction /SANGK-shuhn/ [verb] – to formally give permission for something The committee sanctioned the new project proposal. patron /PAY-trun/ [noun] – people who support or frequent a business, typically a restaurant or theater The patrons of the art gallery enjoyed the new exhibit. complimentary /kom-pluh-MEN-tuh-ree/ [adjective] – given free of charge The hotel offered complimentary breakfast to all its guests. viable /VAHY-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – capable of working successfully or being effective The team developed a viable plan to reduce energy consumption. wane /weyn/ [verb] – to become weaker in strength or influence Interest…
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Wet summer triggers surge in Midwest Mushroom poisoning cases

2024年8月4日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. misidentify /mis-ahy-DEN-tuh-fahy/ [verb] – to identify incorrectly The boy misidentified the plant and thought it was safe to eat. diarrhea /dahy-uh-REE-uh/ [noun] – an illness in which a person’s solid waste is too watery and is expelled from the body too often and in large amounts The child had diarrhea after eating spoiled food. consistent /kuhn-SIS-tuhnt/ [adjective] – always behaving or happening in a similar way His work is consistent; he always does well. clinical /KLIN-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – relating to the examination and treatment of patients The doctor gave her a clinical examination. forager /FAWR-i-jer/ [noun]…
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Wet summer triggers surge in Midwest Mushroom poisoning cases

2024年8月4日

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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 know about the dangers of eating wild mushrooms? Do you know any safety tips for identifying safe mushrooms? 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。 mushroom /MUHSH-room/ [noun] – a fungus with a stem, cap, and gills, typically found growing on the ground or on decaying matter We found a big mushroom in the garden after the rain. mild /mahyld/ [adjective] – not severe and generally not life-threatening She had a mild headache after the long day at school. stomachache /STUHM-uhk-eyk/ [noun] – a pain in the stomach…
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Wet summer triggers surge in Midwest Mushroom poisoning cases

2024年8月4日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about the dangers of eating wild mushrooms? Can you think of any safety tips for identifying safe mushrooms? If not, what resources might you use to learn about it? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. center /SEN-ter / [noun] – a building where a particular activity happens The community center is a place where people can meet and enjoy activities together. unknowingly /uhn-NOW-uhng-lee/ [adverb] – without realizing or being aware of something She unknowingly walked into a room filled with birthday decorations. liver /LIV-er/ [noun] – a…
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Robert Downey Jr. reveals return to Marvel as Doctor Doom at Comic-Con

2024年8月3日

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©REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni/File Photo 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 follow news about Marvel movies? Do you know who Robert Downey Jr. is? 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。 shock /shok/ [verb] – to make someone feel upset or surprised The sudden announcement of the concert cancellation shocked the entire audience. figure /FIG-yer/ [noun] – models, statues, or representations of characters or people The museum displayed ancient figures carved from stone, each with intricate designs. audience /AW-dee-uhns / [noun] – the group of people together in one place to watch or listen to a…
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Robert Downey Jr. reveals return to Marvel as Doctor Doom at Comic-Con

2024年8月3日

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©REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni/File Photo Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What qualities make a superhero or villain stand out in a movie or comic book? What movies or shows are you most excited to see, and what makes them exciting or interesting to you? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. mask /mask/ [noun] – a covering for all or part of the face, worn as a disguise, or for protection She wore a mask to the party to keep her identity secret. complex /kuhm-PLEKS/ [adjective] – consisting of many different and connected parts; not simple The puzzle was…
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Robert Downey Jr. reveals return to Marvel as Doctor Doom at Comic-Con

2024年8月3日

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©REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni/File Photo Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. panel /PAN-l/ [noun] – a group of people gathered to discuss or present information on a particular topic, often in a public forum The panel of experts provided valuable insights during the conference. villain /VIL-uhn/ [noun] – characters in a story or play who oppose the hero and are typically involved in wrongdoing or evil actions The movie’s villains were portrayed with such depth that they became fan favorites. upcoming /UHP-kuhm-ing/ [adjective] – about to happen or be released in the near future She is excited about the upcoming concert next month. highest-grossing…
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New giant planet discovered by NASA

2024年8月2日

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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 interested in outer space? Did you know that there are more planets in outer space beyond our solar system? 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。 earth /urth/ [noun] – the planet on which we live; the third planet from the sun We live on Earth, which has water and air. although /awl-THOH/ [conjunction] – used to introduce a fact that makes the other part of the sentence surprising Although it was rainy, we went outside. southern /SUHTH-ern/ [adjective] – located in or toward the south We traveled…
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