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Scientists discover bird flu defense in humans

2023年10月10日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. pose /pohz/ [verb] – to cause something, especially a problem or difficulty The heavy rain poses a risk of flooding in low-lying areas. unprecedented /uhn-PRES-i-den-tid/ [adjective] – never having happened or existed in the past The flooding in the area caused unprecedented damage to homes and infrastructure. infect /in-FEKT/ [verb] – to pass a disease to a person, animal, or plant The contagious cold can infect anyone who comes into contact with the virus. transmission /trans-MISH-uhn/ [noun] – the process of passing something from one person or place to another The transmission of information through the…
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Scientists discover bird flu defense in humans

2023年10月10日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is bird flu? What specific regions or countries have experienced significant bird flu outbreaks in the past? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. significant /sig-NIF-i-kuhnt/ [adjective] – important or noticeable The discovery of a rare species of plant in the forest is a significant event for botanists and conservationists. strain /streyn/ [noun] – a force or influence that stretches, pulls, or puts pressure on something, sometimes causing damage The heavy workload put a strain on her physical and mental health. potential /puh-TEN-shuhl / [adjective] – possible when the necessary conditions…
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Unresolved emotions might be the cause of recurring dreams says experts

2023年10月9日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some of your recurring dreams? What do you think those dreams mean? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. intense /in-TENS/ [adjective] – extreme and forceful or (of a feeling) very strong The intense emotions portrayed by the actor captivated the audience. subjective /suhb-JEK-tiv/ [adjective] – influenced by or based on personal beliefs or feelings, rather than based on facts Artistic interpretation is highly subjective, allowing for diverse and varied perspectives. therapist /THER-uh-pist/ [noun] – someone whose job is to treat a particular type of mental or physical illness or…
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Unresolved emotions might be the cause of recurring dreams says experts

2023年10月9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 have dreams that occur again and again? Do you think dreams have meaning? 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。 emotional /ih-MOH-shuh-nl/ [adjective] – having and expressing strong feelings He had an intense emotional response to the news of his promotion, feeling a mix of excitement, pride, and gratitude. conflict /KON-flikt/ [noun] – a situation in which there are opposing demands or ideas and a choice has to be made between them The conflict between her personal values and the demands of her job created a sense of…
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Unresolved emotions might be the cause of recurring dreams says experts

2023年10月9日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. speculate /SPEK-yuh-leyt/ [verb] – to guess possible answers to a question when you do not have enough information to be certain Some experts speculate that the housing market will experience a price increase in the coming months. recurring /ri-KUR-ing/ [adjective] – happening many times, or happening again The recurring nightmares are causing distress and sleepless nights for the patient. definitive /dih-FIN-i-tiv / [adjective] – firm, final, and complete; not to be questioned or changed The definitive proof of his innocence was found through DNA evidence. closure /KLOH-zher/ [noun] – the feeling or act of bringing an…
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Surge in child and teen diabetes cases amid COVID-19 raises concerns

2023年10月8日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. diagnose /DAHY-uhg-nohs/ [verb] – to recognize and name the exact character of a disease or a problem, by examining it The doctor will diagnose the patient’s symptoms to determine the cause of their illness. underlying /UHN-der-lahy-ing/ [adjective] – real but not immediately obvious The doctor conducted several tests to determine the underlying cause of the patient’s persistent headaches. closure /KLOH-zher/ [noun] – the fact of a business, organization, etc. stopping operating During the pandemic, many small businesses experienced closure due to the economic challenges they faced. adolescent /ad-l-ES-uhnt/ [noun] – a young person who is developing…
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Surge in child and teen diabetes cases amid COVID-19 raises concerns

2023年10月8日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you heard of diabetes before? What do you know about it? How do you think the COVID-19 pandemic might have affected people’s health? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. substantial /suhb-STAN-shuhl/ [adjective] – large in size, value, or importance The company made a substantial profit this year, which allowed them to expand their business. uncertain /uhn-SUR-tn/ [adjective] – not knowing what to do or believe, or not able to decide about something I feel uncertain about what to wear to the party. thirst /thurst/ [noun] – a need for something…
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Surge in child and teen diabetes cases amid COVID-19 raises concerns

2023年10月8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。 Have you heard about diabetes before? Is diabetes a common health condition in your country? 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。 approximately /uh-PROK-suh-mit-lee/ [adverb] – close to a particular number or time although not exactly that number or time It is a walk of approximately 15 minutes from my house to the park. link /lingk/ [lingk] – a connection between two people, things, or ideas The teacher explained the link between studying hard and getting good grades in school. virus /VAHY-ruhs/ [noun] – an extremely small piece of organic…
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