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“Shogun” and “The Bear” garner multiple TV Emmy nominations

2024年7月28日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. compelling /kuhm-PEL-ing/ [adjective] – if a reason, argument, etc. is compelling, it makes you believe it or accept it because it is so strong The movie had a compelling story that kept everyone on the edge of their seats. nomination /nom-uh-NEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of officially suggesting someone or something for a job, position, or prize The film received several nominations for its outstanding visual effects. alongside /uh-LAWNG-SAHYD/ [preposition] – next to, or together with She walked alongside her friend as they chatted about their day. prestigious /pre-STIJ-uhs/ [adjective] – very much respected and admired,…
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“Shogun” and “The Bear” garner multiple TV Emmy nominations

2024年7月28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 ever seen an award show? Do you stream shows online? 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。 historical /hi-STOR-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – connected with studying or representing things from the past The historical museum has many old artifacts from ancient Egypt. drama /DRAH-muh/ [noun] – a play in a theatre or on television or radio, or plays and acting generally She loves acting in school drama performances. comedy /KOM-i-dee/ [noun] – a (type of) film, play, or book that is intentionally funny either in its characters or its action…
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China embarks on gradual retirement age reform to address pension pressures

2024年7月27日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What does it mean when a country has an “aging population”? What is the retirement age in your country, and how has it changed over time? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. retirement /ri-TAHYUHR-muhnt/ [noun] – the act of leaving your job and stopping working, usually because you are old After 30 years of dedicated service at the company, Mr. Jones celebrated his retirement with a grand farewell party. strain /streyn/ [noun] – a force or influence that stretches, pulls, or puts pressure on something, sometimes causing damage The constant strain…
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China embarks on gradual retirement age reform to address pension pressures

2024年7月27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 ever thought about how long you might work before retiring? What is the retirement age in your country? 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。 announce /uh-NOUNS/ [verb] – to make something known or tell people about something officially The company announced a new product launch next month. gradually /GRAJ-oo-uh-lee/ [adverb] – slowly or steadily over a period of time The company is gradually improving its customer service. retire /ri-TIRE/ [verb] – to stop working after reaching a certain age He plans to retire next year after working…
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China embarks on gradual retirement age reform to address pension pressures

2024年7月27日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. statutory /STACH-oo-tawr-ee/ [adjective] – decided or controlled by law The statutory requirement for obtaining a driver’s license includes passing both a written and a practical test. alleviate /uh-LEE-vee-eyt/ [verb] – to make (suffering, deficiency, or a problem) less severe The charity aims to alleviate poverty in the region by providing food and medical supplies to those in need. reform /ri-FAWRM/ [noun] – an improvement or change that is made to a particular system, structure, or policy The government is planning to introduce educational reform to improve the quality of teaching in public schools. reliant /ri-LAHY-uhnt/ [adjective]…
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Portugal targets 93% renewable electricity by 2030 amidst revised green hydrogen goals

2024年7月26日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. socialist /SOH-shuh-list/ [adjective] – relating to or advocating socialism, a political and economic theory that advocates for collective or governmental control of production and distribution The socialist policies implemented by the new government aimed to reduce economic inequality. electrolyzer /ih-LEK-truh-lahy-zer/ [noun] – devices that use electricity to split water into hydrogen and oxygen The factory invested in advanced electrolyzers to enhance its hydrogen production capabilities. drive /drahyv/ [verb] – to motivate or propel something forward or to push for progress The new marketing campaign aims to drive sales and attract new customers. competitiveness /kuhm-PEH-tuh-tuhv-nuhs/ [noun] –…
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Portugal targets 93% renewable electricity by 2030 amidst revised green hydrogen goals

2024年7月26日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is renewable energy, and can you name some examples of it? What do you think are some good reasons for using more renewable energy? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. parliament /PAHR-luh-muhnt/ [noun] – a legislative body of government responsible for making laws The parliament debated the new education policy for several weeks. draft /drahft/ [noun] – a preliminary version of a document or plan that is subject to further changes The writer submitted the first draft of the novel to the editor for review. offshore /AWF-SHAWR/ [adjective] – located…
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