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Guide to yoga styles finds the best fit for beginners

2025年2月1日

Yoga

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 enjoy gentle or energetic movements more? Have you ever used an online video to learn something new? 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。 gentle /JEN-tl/ [adjective] – calm, kind, or soft The gentle waves lapped against the shore. tissue /TISH-oo/ [noun] – a group of connected cells in an animal or plant that are similar to each other, have the same purpose, and form the stated part of the animal or plant The surgeon carefully worked on repairing damaged tissues during the operation. block /blok/ [noun] –…
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Guide to yoga styles finds the best fit for beginners

2025年2月1日

Yoga

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you usually do when you want to feel more focused or less stressed? What are some ways people can take care of their bodies and minds at the same time? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. meditation /med-i-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the practice of focusing the mind on a specific thought, activity, or object for relaxation or clarity The doctor suggested meditation to help reduce her stress from work. ideal /ahy-DEE-uhl/ [adjective] – perfect or most suitable for a specific purpose or situation The small classroom is ideal for one-on-one…
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Cynthia Erivo honored as 2025 Woman of the Year by Hasty Pudding Theatricals

2025年1月31日

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©Evan Agostini/Invision/AP Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you think creative works, like movies or music, can impact people’s lives or emotions? Why should achievements be recognized? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. exemplary /ig-ZEM-pluh-ree/ [adjective] – very good and suitable to be copied or admired Her exemplary work in the project inspired the entire team. portrayal /pawr-TREY-uhl/ [noun] – the way someone or something is represented in a book, film, or play His portrayal of the king in the play was unforgettable. artistic /ahr-TIS-tik/ [adjective] – relating to art or artists She displayed her…
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Cynthia Erivo honored as 2025 Woman of the Year by Hasty Pudding Theatricals

2025年1月31日

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©Evan Agostini/Invision/AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. exemplify /ig-ZEM-pluh-fahy/ [verb] – to be a typical example of something or show something very clearly Her dedication to teaching exemplifies the qualities of a great educator. illustrious /ih-LUHS-tree-uhs/ [adjective] – famous, well-respected, and admired for past achievements The scientist’s illustrious career included groundbreaking research in environmental science. accolade /AK-uh-leyd/ [noun] – praise and approval; an award for an achievement Winning the award was the highest accolade of his career. versatility /vur-suh-TIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the ability to adapt or be used for many different things His versatility as a musician allows him to play…
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Cynthia Erivo honored as 2025 Woman of the Year by Hasty Pudding Theatricals

2025年1月31日

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©Evan Agostini/Invision/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。 Do you enjoy watching theater performances or movies? Have you ever been inspired by a musician or actor? 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。 remarkable /ri-MAHR-kuh-buhl/ [adjective] – unusual or special and therefore surprising and worth mentioning Her speech was remarkable and inspired everyone in the audience. contribution /kon-truh-BYOO-shuhn/ [noun] – something that you give or do to help achieve a goal or improve a situation His contribution to the school project made it a success. performance /per-FAWR-muhns/ [noun] – the act of entertaining people by dancing,…
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Rare meteorite strike captured on Canadian doorbell camera

2025年1月30日

Meteor

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. debris /duh-BREE/ [noun] – broken or torn pieces of something larger After the earthquake, debris covered the streets, making it difficult for vehicles to pass. scattered /SKAT-erd/ [adjective] – spread out or dispersed over an area The broken toys lay scattered across the living room floor after the kids finished playing. descent /dih-SENT/ [noun] – the act of moving or falling downward The airplane began its descent as it approached the airport. rarity /RAIR-i-tee/ [noun] – the state or quality of being uncommon or unusual Diamonds of this size and clarity are a true rarity in…
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Rare meteorite strike captured on Canadian doorbell camera

2025年1月30日

Meteor

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Why do you think people are curious about objects that come from space? What do you think it would be like to hold a piece of a rock that came from space? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. visible /VIZ-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to be seen The mountain’s peak was visible through the mist after the fog cleared. impact /IM-pakt/ [noun] – the action of one object hitting another The car crash caused a noticeable impact on the vehicle’s front side. interstellar /in-ter-STEL-er/ [adjective] – occurring or existing between stars The…
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Intermediate

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Rare meteorite strike captured on Canadian doorbell camera

2025年1月30日

Meteor

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 something unusual in the sky, like a shooting star or a bright light? Would you enjoy learning about where objects from space come from? 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。 footage /FOOT-ij/ [noun] – recorded video or film of an event or scene The news channel aired rare footage of a snowstorm blanketing the entire city. dust /duhst/ [noun] – fine particle of dirt or other substances that settle on surfaces The sunlight streaming through the window highlighted the fine dust on the old bookshelf….
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