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The silver lining of losing a job
Vocabulary I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. taxing /TAK-sing/ [adjective] – difficult or needing a lot of thought or effort If the current process becomes too taxing, a bus service provides an alternative. redundancy /ri-DUHN-duhn-see/ [noun] – a situation in which someone loses their job because their employer does not need them Employees are urged to accept voluntary redundancy. innate /ih-NEYT/ [adjective] – an innate quality or ability is one that you were born with, not one you have learned An innate interest in the physical world exists in children. drastically /DRAS-tik-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that is severe and sudden or…
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The silver lining of losing a job
Pre-reading questions I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What did you do to get the profession you have now? What jobs are in demand in your country? Vocabulary I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. layoff /LEY-awf/ [noun] – a period when someone is not working because their job ended or they were forced to leave it The cost-cutting has led to massive layoffs at the company. balance /BAL-uhns/ [verb] – to give several things equal amounts of importance, time, or money so that a situation is successful She learned how to balance her work responsibilities and personal commitments to maintain…
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The silver lining of losing a job
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。 What was your first job? Do you work from home or at the office? 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。 stressful /STRES-fuhl/ [adjective] – making you feel worried and nervous Finding a job was one of the most stressful moments for Lucas. employee /em-PLOI-ee/ [noun] – someone who is paid to work for someone else The small business currently has 40 employees. likely /LAHYK-lee/ [adverb] – if something is likely, it will probably happen or is expected Plane tickets are likely to be expensive this December. period /PEER-ee-uhd/ [noun]…
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Why we dream in multiple languages
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。 How many languages do you speak? Do you want to learn more languages? 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。 common /KOM-uhn/ [adjective] – the same in a lot of places or for a lot of people It’s common to see people walking their dogs in the park. wonder /WUHN-der/ [verb] – to ask yourself questions or express a wish to know about something I wonder what the weather will be like tomorrow. explore /ik-SPLAWR/ [verb] – to think about, talk about, or study something, or to experience it, in…
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Why we dream in multiple languages
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. phenomenon /fi-NOM-uh-non/ [noun] – something that exists and can be seen, felt, tasted, etc., especially something unusual or interesting The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon that can be seen in the night sky in certain parts of the world. trigger /TRIG-er/ [verb] – to cause something to start Exposure to certain allergens can trigger an asthma attack, which can cause difficulty breathing and require medical attention. solidify /suh-LID-uh-fahy/ [verb] – to become or make something become certain The signing of a new trade agreement between the two countries helped to solidify their economic ties and…
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Why we dream in multiple languages
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Are you learning a foreign language? If so, have you ever dreamed of that language? Are you learning a foreign language aside from English? If so, could you tell me about it? If not, what language would you like to learn? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. puzzle /PUHZ-uhl/ [verb] – to cause someone to feel confused and slightly worried because they cannot understand something The math problem was so difficult that it puzzled the entire class, and no one could solve it. learner /LUR-ner/ [noun] –…
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Businesses choose four-day workweek after trial
Vocabulary I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. trial /TRAHY-uhl/ [noun] – a test, usually over a limited period of time, to discover how effective or suitable something or someone is This clinical trial’s objective was to examine the new vaccine’s effectiveness and safety. brewery /BROO-uh-ree/ [noun] – a company that makes beer or a place where beer is made The beer is prepared for the last process in the brewery before leaving for the cellar of the bar. evaluate /ih-VAL-yoo-eyt/ [verb] – to judge or calculate the quality, importance, amount, or value of something Parents must now participate in committees that organize and…
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