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Dermatologists confirm lip balm protects dry lips
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. lanolin /LAN-l-in/ [noun] – a fatty substance secreted by wool-bearing animals used in cosmetics Certain hair conditioners contain lanolin, which can sometimes trigger unexpected scalp irritation. inadvertently /in-uhd-VUR-tnt-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that is not intentional The new software update inadvertently erased several crucial files. ameliorate /uh-MEEL-yuh-reyt/ [verb] – to improve City officials introduced measures to ameliorate traffic congestion during rush hour. rigorous /RIG-er-uhs/ [adjective] – extremely strict or thorough The competition implemented a rigorous judging process that left no detail unchecked. intrinsically /in-TRIN-sik-lee/ [adverb] – inherently or fundamentally Many scholars argue that creativity is…
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Global glacier melt hits record high, study warns of dire consequences
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. unprecedented /uhn-PRES-i-den-tid/ [adjective] – never having happened or existed in the past; unparalleled or without previous example The region experienced an unprecedented heatwave last summer, breaking all previous temperature records. equilibrium /ee-kwuh-LIB-ree-uhm/ [noun] – a state of balance between opposing forces or influences; a stable condition The ecosystem relies on a delicate equilibrium between predators and prey to maintain biodiversity. underscore /UHN-der-skawr/ [verb] – to emphasize or highlight something as important The scientist’s report underscored the urgent need for policies to reduce carbon emissions. trajectory /truh-JEK-tuh-ree/ [noun] – the path or course that something follows over…
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Global glacier melt hits record high, study warns of dire consequences
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you think glaciers form over time? What factors might cause glaciers to grow or shrink? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. reveal /ri-VEEL/ [verb] – to make something known or show something that was hidden The scientist revealed the results of the experiment to the public. analyze /AN-l-ahyz/ [verb] – to study something carefully to understand its details The students analyzed the map to find the best route. decline /dih-KLAHYN/ [noun] – a continuous decrease in number, amount, or quality The decline in rainfall caused problems for farmers. emphasize…
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Global glacier melt hits record high, study warns of dire consequences
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Global glacier melt hits record high, study warns of dire consequences
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 seen a glacier in real life or in pictures? Have you ever experienced very hot summers or unusual weather changes? 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。 annually /AN-yoo-uh-lee/ [adverb] – once every year The school holds a big festival annually in September. increase /in-KREES/ [verb] – to become larger in amount or size The price of apples will increase in winter. temperature /TEM-per-uh-cher/ [noun] – the measured amount of heat in a place or body The temperature is high, so we need cold drinks. contribute /kuhn-TRIB-yoot/…
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Astronomers monitor asteroid 2024 YR4 as impact probability rises slightly
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 asteroids are? Do you think space exploration is exciting? 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。 attention /uh-TEN-shuhn/ [noun] – notice, thought, or interest given to someone or something The teacher asked for the class’s attention before giving instructions. asteroid /AS-tuh-roid/ [noun] – a small rocky object that orbits the Sun, mostly found between Mars and Jupiter An asteroid hit the ocean millions of years ago. region /REE-juhn/ [noun] – a particular area or part of a place, country, or world The desert is the hottest…
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Astronomers monitor asteroid 2024 YR4 as impact probability rises slightly
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about asteroids? What would you do if you heard that an asteroid might hit Earth? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. concern /kuhn-SURN/ [noun] – a feeling of worry or nervousness about something The teacher expressed concern about the students’ safety during the trip. formation /fawr-MEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of creating or developing something The Grand Canyon holds evidence of the Earth’s formation, revealing layers of rock that date back millions of years. assess /uh-SES/ [verb] – to evaluate, analyze, or determine the nature, importance, or…
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Astronomers monitor asteroid 2024 YR4 as impact probability rises slightly
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. trajectory /truh-JEK-tuh-ree/ [noun] – the curved path that an object follows after it has been thrown or propelled through the air Scientists analyzed the rocket’s trajectory to ensure it would reach the space station. negate /ni-GEYT/ [verb] – to cause something to have no effect or value Regular maintenance can negate the risk of mechanical failure in a spacecraft. remnant /REM-nuhnt/ [noun] – a small part of something that remains after the rest has gone or been destroyed The archaeologists found remnants of an ancient city buried under the sand. vicinity /vi-SIN-i-tee/ [noun] – the area…
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Astronomers monitor asteroid 2024 YR4 as impact probability rises slightly
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