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Scientists win Nobel Prize for ‘groundbreaking’ mRNA Covid-19 vaccines

2023年11月1日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. hail /heyl/ [verb] – to publicly praise or show approval for a person or an achievement After their groundbreaking research was published, scientists and experts from around the world hailed their work as a major advancement in the field of medicine. fundamentally /fuhn-duh-MEN-tl-ee/ [adverb] – in a basic and important way The success of any relationship is fundamentally built on trust and communication. pioneer /pahy-uh-NEER/ [verb] – to be one of the first people to do something Marie Curie pioneered the field of radiology with her groundbreaking research on radioactivity. infectious /in-FEK-shuhs/ [adjective] – (of a…
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New study reveals alarming link between common artificial sweetener and higher heart attack

2023年10月31日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about the health effects of artificial sweeteners? Do you think artificial sweeteners are a healthier option than sugar? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. artificial /ahr-tuh-FISH-uhl/ [adjective] – made or produced by humans, often as an imitation of something natural Some artificial flowers look so real that it’s hard to tell they’re not natural. substitute /SUHB-sti-toot/ [noun] – a person or thing that takes the place or function of another Soy milk can be a substitute for dairy milk for people who are…
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New study reveals alarming link between common artificial sweetener and higher heart attack

2023年10月31日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. commonly /KOM-muhn-lee/ [adverb] – frequently or often; in a way that is usual or typical She commonly visits the park on weekends. consumption /kuhn-SUHMP-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of using up or ingesting something, typically referring to food or drink Excessive consumption of sugary drinks can lead to health problems. beverage /BEV-uh-rij / [noun] – a drink, especially one other than water; a liquid for drinking I enjoy a hot beverage like tea in the morning. implication /im-pli-KAY-shuhn/ [noun] – a possible effect or consequence of an action or decision; a suggestion of something without stating…
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New study reveals alarming link between common artificial sweetener and higher heart attack

2023年10月31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 know about the health effects of artificial sweeteners? Do you think artificial sweeteners are a healthier option than sugar? 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。 link /lingk / [noun] – a connection between two people, things, or ideas She found a link between smoking and lung cancer in her research. promote /pruh-MOHT/ [verb] – to encourage people to like, buy, use, do, or support something The company hired a famous actor to promote their new product. publish /PUHB-lish / [verb] – to make information available to people,…
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Sweden to create a city entirely out of wood

2023年10月30日

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©Atrium Ljungberg / Henning Larsen Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about Sweden? What comes to mind when you hear the word city? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. ambitious /am-BISH-uhs/ [adjective] – If a plan or idea is ambitious, it needs a great amount of skill and effort to be successful or be achieved The company’s ambitious expansion plan involved entering new markets and diversifying its product offerings. enhance /en-HANS/ [verb] – to improve the quality, amount, or strength of something The art exhibition showcases various techniques and styles that enhance the…
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Sweden to create a city entirely out of wood

2023年10月30日

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©Atrium Ljungberg / Henning Larsen Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. initiative /ih-NISH-uh-tiv/ [noun] – a new plan or process to achieve something or solve a problem The school introduced a literacy initiative to improve reading and writing skills among students. predominantly /pri-DOM-uh-nuhnt-lee/ [adverb] – mostly or mainly The restaurant’s menu features predominantly vegetarian options, catering to customers with plant-based diets. sustainability /suh-stey-nuh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the quality of being able to continue over a period of time The company is committed to sustainability and has implemented various eco-friendly practices, such as recycling and using renewable energy sources. collaboration /kuh-lab-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – the…
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Sweden to create a city entirely out of wood

2023年10月30日

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©Atrium Ljungberg / Henning Larsen 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 living in a city? Do you think cities can be eco-friendly? 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。 urban /UR-buhn/ [adjective] – of or in a city or town The urban lifestyle offers convenient access to various amenities, such as shopping centers, restaurants, and entertainment venues. construct /kuhn-STRUHKT/ [verb] – to build something or put together different parts to form something whole They decided to construct a new bridge to improve transportation in the area. demonstrate /DEM-uhn-streyt/ [verb] – to show or…
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