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Kenyan skincare brand ‘Uncover’ revolutionizes UK beauty market

2023年11月13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。 When you think about skincare products, does anything specific come to mind? Do you believe it’s important for skincare products to include ingredients from specific regions or cultures? 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。 special /SPESH-uhl/ [adjective] – better, greater, or otherwise different from what is usual She received a special gift for her birthday. practice /PRAK-tis/ [noun] – something that is usually or regularly done, often as a habit, tradition, or custom In our family, it’s a common practice to have dinner together at the dining table every…
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Kenyan skincare brand ‘Uncover’ revolutionizes UK beauty market

2023年11月13日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. skincare /SKIN-KEHR/ [noun] – The practice of taking care of one’s skin, often through the use of cosmetics and skincare products. She follows a strict skincare routine to keep her skin healthy and glowing. incorporate /in-KAWR-puh-reyt/ [verb] – To include or combine something as part of a whole. The recipe incorporates a variety of spices to create a unique flavor. moisturizing /MOYS-chr-ai-zuhng/ [adjective] – providing moisture or hydration to the skin, making it soft and supple This lotion is great for moisturizing dry skin during the winter months. inclusive /in-KLOO-siv/ [adjective] – including all people, regardless…
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Kenyan skincare brand ‘Uncover’ revolutionizes UK beauty market

2023年11月13日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to mind when you think about skincare products? Are there any specific brands or types of products you are familiar with? Do you think it’s important for skincare products to include ingredients from specific regions or cultures? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. brand /brand/ [noun] – A specific name or symbol that distinguishes a company’s products from others. Coca-Cola is a well-known brand of soft drinks. occur /uh-KUR/ [verb] – to happen or take place The accident occurred on the highway last night. conscious…
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Record global heat in September sets alarming precedent

2023年11月12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 come across the term “global heat” before? Do you think global heat can affect the weather in different countries? 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。 climate /KLAHY-mit/ [noun] – the general weather conditions usually found in a particular place The climate in the tropical rainforest is characterized by high humidity and frequent rainfall. heat /heet / [noun] – the quality of being hot or warm, or the temperature of something The heat of the summer made everyone long for a refreshing swim in the pool. average /AV-er-ij/…
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Record global heat in September sets alarming precedent

2023年11月12日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. consecutive /kuhn-SEK-yuh-tiv/ [adjective] – following one after another without an interruption She attended three consecutive meetings, one right after the other, without a break. unprecedented /uhn-PRES-i-den-tid/ [adjective] – never having happened or existed in the past The rapid technological advancements of this century are truly unprecedented in human history. surpass /ser-PAS/ [verb] – to do or be better than Her dedication and hard work allowed her to surpass her own expectations and achieve great success. threshold /THRESH-ohld/ [noun] – the level or point at which you start to experience something, or at which something starts to…
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Record global heat in September sets alarming precedent

2023年11月12日

extreme heat

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think is meant by “extremely hot weather”? How do you think it can impact people and the environment? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. extreme /ik-STREEM/ [adjective] – very large in amount or degree The extreme heat during the summer made it challenging to spend time outdoors. remarkable /ri-MAHR-kuh-buhl/ [adjective] – unusual or special, and therefore surprising and worth mentioning The young artist’s talent was truly remarkable; her paintings captured the essence of nature with extraordinary detail and beauty. deadly /DED-lee/ [adjective] – likely to cause death Venomous…
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Study advances genetic engineering of pig organs

2023年11月11日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. incorporate /in-KAWR-puh-reyt/ [verb] – to include something as part of something larger The architect incorporated sustainable features, seamlessly blending modern aesthetics with eco-friendly technologies. intervention /in-ter-VEN-shuhn/ [noun] – the action of becoming intentionally involved in a difficult situation, in order to improve it or prevent it from getting worse The family organized an intervention to help their loved one overcome their struggles with addiction and guide them towards a path of recovery and healing. scarcity /SKAIR-si-tee/ [noun] – a situation in which something is not easy to find or get During the drought, there was a…
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Study advances genetic engineering of pig organs

2023年11月11日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to mind when you think about organ transplants? What animal do you think shares similarities with humans, particularly in terms of organ transplantation and medical research? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. trial /TRAHY-uhl/ [noun] – a test to discover how safe, effective, etc. a product is After extensive laboratory testing, the new vaccine is now ready for its first human trial to assess its safety and effectiveness. breakthrough /BREYK-throo/ [noun] – an important discovery or event that helps to improve a situation or provide an answer to a…
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