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Takaichi’s work pledge leads to rising fashion trends and public enthusiasm

2025年12月18日

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©(Kyodo News via AP) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Why do you think some fashion items suddenly become popular among many people? In your opinion, what makes a person memorable or easy to recognize? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. pledge /plej/ [verb] – to promise formally The coach pledged to support the team through every stage of the tournament. reflection /ri-FLEK-shuhn/ [noun] – an image or idea that shows something Many people saw the festival’s theme as a reflection of the city’s growing focus on sustainability. demand /dih-MAND/ [noun] – the need or desire for…
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Takaichi’s work pledge leads to rising fashion trends and public enthusiasm

2025年12月18日

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©(Kyodo News via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. catchphrase /KATCH-frayz/ [noun] – a short and memorable phrase used by a person, group, or media that becomes widely recognized The company created a simple catchphrase to promote its new product. generate /JEN-uh-reyt/ [verb] – to produce or create something The report generated strong discussion among students during the meeting. enthusiasm /en-THOO-zee-az-uhm/ [noun] – strong interest or excitement about something The audience’s enthusiasm increased when the performers started the final song. distinctive /dih-STINGK-tiv/ [adjective] – having a special quality that makes something easy to recognize The artist’s distinctive style made the exhibit…
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Autoimmune disorders reexamined as Massachusetts lupus case highlights diagnostic gaps

2025年12月17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 long-term illnesses often mentioned in news stories? Are medical tests commonly used to find health problems? 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。 persistent /per-SIS-tuhnt/ [adjective] – continuing for a long time The town had persistent rain last week. diagnostic /adjective/ [dahy-uhg-NOS-tik] – used for finding what illness a person has A diagnostic test checks health. episode /EP-uh-sohdz/ [noun] – short events or periods of something happening The student had episodes of coughing. intervene /in-ter-VEEN// [verb] – to step in to stop something from getting worse Teachers intervene when…
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Autoimmune disorders reexamined as Massachusetts lupus case highlights diagnostic gaps

2025年12月17日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. prevalent /PREV-uh-luhnt/ [adjective] – existing very commonly or happening often Certain health concerns become prevalent during seasonal changes. multifaceted /muhl-TEE-fas-i-tid/ [adjective] – having many different parts or sides Climate issues require multifaceted strategies across sectors. notable /NOH-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – important and deserving attention The project achieved notable success within one year. divergent /dahy-VUR-juhnt/ [adjective] – different or developing in separate directions Two teams offered divergent solutions to the same issue. unrelenting /uhn-ri-LEN-ting/ [adjective] – continuing strongly without becoming weaker The region faced unrelenting heat during the summer. Article Reading: Please read the whole article. Then, I…
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Autoimmune disorders reexamined as Massachusetts lupus case highlights diagnostic gaps

2025年12月17日

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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What diseases involving the immune system are commonly discussed in news reports? What procedures are typically used to diagnose long-term illnesses? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. intractable /in-TRAK-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – very difficult or impossible to deal with The city faced an intractable problem with traffic. heterogeneous /het-uh-roh-JEE-nee-uhs/ [adjective] – consisting of many different types The group was heterogeneous in skills. precursor /PREE-kur-ser/ [noun] – something that comes before another thing Dark clouds are a precursor to rain. ameliorate /uh-MEEL-yuh-reyt/ [verb] – to make a bad situation better New rules helped…
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Local wedding flowers show growing interest in sustainability

2025年12月16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 like seeing flowers at events such as weddings or parties? Do you prefer fresh flowers or dried flowers for decoration? 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。 couple /KUHP-uhl/ [noun] – two people who are in a romantic relationship or marry Many couples now prefer simple celebrations instead of big parties. bride /brahyd/ [noun] – a woman on her wedding day The bride prepared her own gifts for the guests to make the event more personal. refrigeration /ri-frij-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of keeping something cold to preserve…
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Local wedding flowers show growing interest in sustainability

2025年12月16日

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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If you could grow your own flowers for a celebration, what colors or types would you choose, and why? What things do you think make an event feel special or meaningful? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. sustainable /suh-STEY-nuh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to continue for a long time without harming the environment Using sustainable materials in buildings can lower environmental impact in many cities. vegetation /vej-i-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – plants in a particular area Cutting too much vegetation from hillsides can cause the soil to wash away during storms. seasonal /SEE-zuh-nl/ [adjective]…
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Local wedding flowers show growing interest in sustainability

2025年12月16日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. vulnerable /VUHL-ner-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – weak and easily harmed The coral reef became more vulnerable to bleaching after pollution reduced the water’s natural balance. mitigate /MIT-i-geyt/ [verb] – to make something less harmful or serious The city added more trees to mitigate the high temperatures during summer. substantial /suhb-STAN-shuhl/ [adjective] – large in amount The company invested a substantial amount of money in new equipment. subsequent /SUHB-si-kwuhnt/ [adjective] – happening after something else The school upgraded its computers, and the subsequent software updates made the system run faster. adherence /ad-HEER-uhns/ [noun] – the act of following a…
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