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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. devastating /DEV-uh-stey-ting/ [adjective] – causing a lot of damage or destruction The earthquake was devastating for the small town, destroying homes and leaving many families homeless. implication /im-pli-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – an occasion when you seem to suggest something without saying it directly The implication of not studying for your exams is that you might fail them and have to retake the course. inherit /in-HER-it/ [verb] – to receive money, a house, etc. from someone after they have died When her grandfather passed away, she inherited his antique clock, which had been in the family for generations….
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. surge /surj/ [noun] – a sudden and great increase There has been a surge in the number of people interested in learning new languages during the pandemic, as many are taking advantage of their free time at home. thrive /thrahyv/ [verb] – to grow, develop, or be successful Despite the challenging economic situation, some small businesses are managing to thrive by offering unique products and exceptional customer service. wilderness /WIL-der-nis/ [noun] – an area of land that has not been used to grow crops or had towns and roads built on it, especially because it is…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. intensify /in-TEN-suh-fahy/ [verb] – to become greater, more serious, or more extreme, or to make something do this The noise of the cars and the people shouting in the street intensified, making it difficult to hear each other’s voices. The noise of the cars and the people shouting in the street intensified, making it difficult to hear each other’s voices. meditation /med-i-TEY-shuhn / [noun] – the act of giving your attention to only one thing, either as a religious activity or as a way of becoming calm and relaxed The doctor suggested that she try meditation…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. heritage /HER-i-tij/ [noun] – features belonging to the culture of a particular society, such as traditions, languages, or buildings, that were created in the past and still have historical importance The museum showcases the country’s rich heritage of art, music, and literature, giving visitors a glimpse into its cultural past. resistance /ri-ZIS-tuhns / [noun] – the act of fighting against something that is attacking you, or refusing to accept something The doctor prescribed antibiotics to fight the infection, but it was clear that the bacteria had developed resistance to the medication and a different treatment was…
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