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September data show sharp rise in U.S. coffee prices amid import limits and inflation

2025年12月8日

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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What drinks do people in your area buy often? If so, what drink is popular? If not, what drink do people enjoy? What food or drink prices have you seen increase recently? If so, when did you notice it? If not, which prices do you usually check? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. methodical /muh-THOD-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – done in a careful and organized way The teacher used a methodical plan to help the class understand the task. ramification /ram-uh-fi-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a possible result of an action, especially one that is…
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Unapproved peptides raise safety concerns as popularity increases

2025年12月7日

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©(AP Photo/Javier Arciga) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Why do you think some people follow advice from influencers when choosing health or fitness products? What makes a health product seem trustworthy or untrustworthy to you? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. injectable /in-JEK-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to be put into the body with a needle The clinic offered injectable vitamins for people who needed quick nutrition support. evaluation /ih-val-yoo-EY-shuhn/ [noun] – careful check or test to understand something The company offered health evaluations before workers joined the fitness program. interaction /in-ter-AK-shuhn/ [noun] – the way in…
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Unapproved peptides raise safety concerns as popularity increases

2025年12月7日

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©(AP Photo/Javier Arciga) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. vial /VAHY-uhl/ [noun] – a small glass or plastic container used to hold liquid medicine The doctor prepared several vials of vaccine before the community health drive. contentious /kuhn-TEN-shuhs/ [adjective] – causing or likely to cause disagreement The plan to build a new highway became contentious after residents disagreed about the route. hazardous /HAZ-er-duhs/ [adjective] – dangerous or likely to cause harm The factory warned employees that certain chemicals were hazardous and required special gloves. ambiguous /am-BIG-yoo-uhs/ [adjective] – not clear or having more than one possible meaning The instructions on the sign…
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Unapproved peptides raise safety concerns as popularity increases

2025年12月7日

peptide

©(AP Photo/Javier Arciga) 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 a health or beauty product promoted by an influencer online? Do you think expensive health products seem more trustworthy than cheap ones? 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。 drug /druhg/ [noun] – a substance used to treat an illness or improve health The doctor reviewed the drugs that the patient was taking for high blood pressure. influencer /IN-floo-uhn-ser/ [noun] – a person who can affect others’ opinions, especially online Many influencers promoted a new skincare brand on social media. coach /kohch/ [noun]…
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Researchers launch revelatory trials to mitigate long-term damage from Autoimmune Encephalitis

2025年12月6日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. arcane /ahr-KEYN/ [adjective] – mysterious and difficult to understand The old map had many arcane symbols that explorers tried to understand. mitigate /MIT-i-geyt/ [verb] – to make something less harmful, unpleasant, or bad Doctors tried to mitigate the pain with a new type of medicine. revelatory /ri-VEL-uh-tawr-ee/ [adjective] – showing something that was not known before The report was revelatory, giving surprising facts about the environment. consolidate /kuhn-SOL-i-deyt/ [verb] – to bring things together so they become stronger or easier to manage The company plans to consolidate its offices into one building. discerning /dih-SUR-ning/ [adjective] –…
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Researchers launch revelatory trials to mitigate long-term damage from Autoimmune Encephalitis

2025年12月6日

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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What serious illnesses have been discussed in the news recently? If something was discussed, what made it important? If nothing comes to mind, what kind of health news do you usually notice? What conditions do you know that affect the brain or memory? If you know one, what symptoms are usually seen? If not, what symptom do you think would be difficult to notice? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. salutary /SAL-yuh-ter-ee/ [adjective] – causing improvement; beneficial The new study had a salutary effect on the team’s safety plan. illuminating /ih-LOO-muh-ney-ting/…
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Researchers launch revelatory trials to mitigate long-term damage from Autoimmune Encephalitis

2025年12月6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 any serious illnesses been discussed in the news recently? Do you know any conditions that affect the brain or memory? 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。 notable /NOH-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – important or interesting enough to be noticed The student made a notable improvement in class today. insightful /IN-sahyt-fuhl/ [adjective] – showing a clear and deep understanding of a complicated problem The teacher gave an insightful comment during the meeting. structured /STRUHK-cherd/ [adjective] – organized so that the parts relate well to each other The class followed a structured…
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San Diego Zoo’s oldest tortoise dies at estimated age of 141

2025年12月5日

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©(San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. euthanasia /yoo-thuh-NEY-zhuh/ [noun] – the act of ending the life of an animal or person to stop severe pain or suffering The shelter explained that euthanasia is used only when an animal cannot recover and is suffering deeply. emblematic /em-bluh-MAT-ik/ [adjective] – representing or symbolizing an important idea or quality The old lighthouse became emblematic of the town’s long history by the sea. longevity /lon-JEV-i-tee/ [noun] – long life or the ability to live for a long time Scientists study the longevity of certain trees that can live for…
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