Rakuten faces financial strain from mobile launch
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Rakuten faces financial strain from mobile launch
©REUTERS/Anton Bridge Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. disruption /dis-RUHP-shuhn/ [noun] – the action of preventing something, especially a system, process, or event, from continuing as usual or as expected The sudden power outage caused a disruption in the manufacturing process, halting production for several hours. consecutive /kuhn-SEK-yuh-tiv/ [adjective] – consecutive events, numbers, etc. follow one after another without an interruption She scored five consecutive goals in the game, showcasing remarkable skill and consistency throughout. revenue /REV-uhn-yoo/ [noun] – the income that a government or company receives regularly The company’s new marketing strategy significantly increased its annual revenue, exceeding all previous financial…
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Rakuten faces financial strain from mobile launch
©REUTERS/Anton Bridge Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What services or products do you know Rakuten for? What aspects of Rakuten’s services or products do you find particularly impressive or satisfying? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. rushed /ruhsht/ [adjective] – done in a hurry, or feeling that you must do something quickly She made a rushed decision without considering all the consequences. suffer /SUHF-er/ [verb] – to experience or show the effects of something bad The business suffered significant losses due to the economic downturn. debt /det/ [noun] – something, especially money, that is owed to…
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Rakuten faces financial strain from mobile launch
©REUTERS/Anton Bridge 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 familiar with the services or products offered by Rakuten? Have you tried any of Rakuten’s services or products before? 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。 compete /kuhm-PEET/ [verb] – to take part in a race or competition Many companies compete for market share by offering competitive prices and better services. face /feys/ [verb] – to confront, deal with, or encounter something As a manager, he must face the responsibility of leading his team through challenging times. financial /fi-NAN-shuhl/ [adjective] – relating to money or how…
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Man turns Boeing 727 into unconventional home
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。 Could someone face challenges when dealing with a massive object like a retired airplane? Is it possible to think of other ways to add convenience to unconventional living spaces? 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。 retired /ri-TAHYUHRD/ [adjective] – no longer in service or use The retired teacher spent her time volunteering at the local library. bold /bohld/ [adjective] – Not afraid of taking risks; daring She made a bold decision to start her own business. approximately /uh-PROK-suh-mit-lee / [adverb] – about; roughly The journey will take approximately three…
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Man turns Boeing 727 into unconventional home
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. acre /EY-ker/ [noun] – a unit of area commonly used for measuring large plots of land, equal to 43,560 square feet The farmer proudly owned several acres of fertile land where he cultivated a variety of crops. distinctive /dih-STINGK-tiv/ [adjective] – characterized by its uniqueness and easy recognition; having a special quality that sets something apart Emily wore a distinctive hat adorned with colorful feathers, making her easy to spot in the crowded market. transformation /trans-fer-MEY-shuhn / [noun] – the process of changing in form or structure; a marked change in appearance or character The caterpillar’s…
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Man turns Boeing 727 into unconventional home
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What challenges do you think someone might face when dealing with a massive object like a retired airplane? Can you think of other ways to add convenience to unconventional living spaces? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. initially /ih-NISH-uh-lee / [adverb] – At the beginning; at first Initially, I wanted to be a scientist, but later I decided to pursue a career in art. massive /MAS-iv / [adjective] – extremely large and heavy The elephant had a massive presence, filling the entire room with its size. feature /FEE-cher / [noun] –…
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Doctor offers crucial tips for preventing food poisoning
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Doctor offers crucial tips for preventing food poisoning
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 what a foodborne illness is? Do you think there are common sources or factors that can lead to foodborne illnesses or food poisoning? 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。 raw /raw/ [adjective] – (of food) not cooked Sushi is made from raw fish. expert /EK-spurt/ [noun] – a person with a high level of knowledge or skill relating to a particular subject or activity After years of study and research in marine biology, she became an expert on coral reef ecosystems. virus /VAHY-ruhs/ [noun] – a…
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