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Google plans to spend $9.5 billion to expand offices

2022年4月21日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. giant /JAHY-unt/ [noun] – a very successful and powerful person or organization Walmart is an American retail giant. counterintuitive /koun-ter-in-TOO-i-tiv/ [adjective] – contrary to what one would intuitively expect Thinking small is a counterintuitive strategy for some businesses. step up /step-uhp/ [phrasal verb] – to take action when there is a need or opportunity for it We should step up our social media marketing this month. shift /shift/ [verb] – to move or to cause (something or someone) to move to a different place, position, etc. The school will shift to online classes starting next week….
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Seven different fungi to be tested in reducing air pollution in Northern India

2022年4月20日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What type of pollution does your country have? How do you think pollution affects the environment? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. fungus /FUHNG-guhs/ [noun] – any of various types of organisms that get their food from decaying material or other living things The lawn has been covered in fungi. decompose /dee-kuhm-POHZ/ [verb] – to decay, or to cause something to decay Bacterial activity decomposes organic waste. (rice) paddy /PAD-ee/ [noun] – a field planted with rice growing in water Water buffaloes pulled plows in the (rice) paddies. harvesting /HAAR-vuh-stuhng/ [noun]…
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Seven different fungi to be tested in reducing air pollution in Northern India

2022年4月20日

pollution

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. microbial /mai-KROW-bee-uhl/ [adjective] – relating to or characteristic of a microorganism, especially a bacterium causing disease or fermentation Uncooked food may lead to health risks due to microbial contamination. stubble /STUHB-uhl/ [noun] – the short stems left after a crop such as wheat has been cut Stubble burning has been one of the major contributors to air pollution. compost /KOM-pohst/ [noun] – decaying plant material that is added to soil to improve its quality Several restaurants have started collecting compost to help farmers. neurological /noo-ruh-LAA-ji-kl/ [adjective] – relating to nerves Epilepsy is an example of a…
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Seven different fungi to be tested in reducing air pollution in Northern India

2022年4月20日

pollution

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。 Is there air pollution in your country? What do you think is the main cause of air pollution? 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。 digital /DIJ-i-tl/ [adjective] – using or relating to digital signals and computer technology My sister bought a new digital camera. pollution /puh-LOO-shuhn/ [noun] – damage caused to water, air, etc. by harmful substances or waste Air pollution causes climate change. quickly /KWIK-lee/ [adverb] – at a fast speed We have to walk quickly to make it to the library on time. capital /KAP-i-tl/ [noun] –…
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Baskin-Robbins undergoes major rebrand

2022年4月19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。 Is Baskin-Robbins popular in your country? What are some of your favorite ice cream toppings? 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。 logo /LOH-go/ [noun] – a design or symbol used by a company to advertise its products The logo of Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) is an image of Colonel Sanders. journey /JUR-nee/ [noun] – a set of experiences that someone has over a period of time, especially when they change the person in some way I have really enjoyed my English learning journey. moment /MOH-muhnt/ [noun] – a particular…
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Baskin-Robbins undergoes major rebrand

2022年4月19日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. branding /bran-DING/ [noun] – the act of giving a company a particular design or symbol in order to advertise its products and services I admire this company for its effective branding. spark /spahrk/ [verb] – to cause something to start or develop, especially suddenly This painting sparked happy memories in Laura. associate /uh-SOH-shee-eyt/ [verb] – to connect someone or something in your mind with someone or something else I associate tea with peace. tribute /TRIB-yoot/ [noun] – something that you say, write, or give that shows your respect and admiration for someone, especially on a formal…
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Baskin-Robbins undergoes major rebrand

2022年4月19日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How often do you eat ice cream? What is your favorite ice cream flavor? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. update /UHP-deyt/ [noun] – a more recent, and usually improved, form of something, especially something that is regularly changed I’m still getting used to Microsoft’s new update. attached /uh-TACHD/ [adjective] – feeling close to emotionally Bob is still attached to his old piano. childhood /CHAHYLD-hood/ [noun] – the time when someone is a child Sheena spent her childhood in Italy. relevant /REL-uh-vuhnt/ [adjective] – connected with what is happening or…
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The benefits of doing household chores

2022年4月18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 like doing household chores? What household chores do you do every day? 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。 desk /desk/ [noun] – a type of table that you can work at, often one with drawers Nina piled the books neatly on her desk. stress /stres/ [noun] – great worry caused by a difficult situation, or something that causes this condition Meditation can help people under stress. head-on /HED-ON/ [adverb] – direct or directly We must face the problems head-on. tidy /TAHY-dee/ [verb] – to make a place…
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