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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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How white roofs cool homes in Indian slums

2023年10月7日

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©Mitul Kajaria 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。 Does the color of a roof affect the temperature inside a building? Do white roofs impact energy consumption and utility costs for homeowners? 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。 reduce /ri-DOOS/ [verb] – to become or to make something become smaller in size, amount, degree, importance, etc. Recycling helps reduce waste and protect the environment. essential /uh-SEN-shuhl/ [adjective] – necessary or needed Water is essential for our bodies to stay hydrated and healthy. challenge /CHAL-inj/ [noun] – (the situation of being faced with) something that needs great…
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How white roofs cool homes in Indian slums

2023年10月7日

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©Mitul Kajaria Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How does the color of a roof affect the temperature inside a building? How do white roofs impact energy consumption and utility costs for homeowners? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. unbearable /uhn-BAIR-uh-buhl / [adjective] – too painful or unpleasant for you to continue to experience The heat inside the classroom during the summer was unbearable, making it difficult for the students to concentrate on their studies. effective /ih-FEK-tiv/ [adjective] – successful or achieving the results that you want Using flashcards can be an effective way for students to…
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