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FDA launches nationwide review of phenylephrine in over-the-counter decongestants

2025年1月6日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. reliance /ri-LAHY-uhns/ [reliance] – the state of depending on or trusting someone or something Many people have a strong reliance on their smartphones for daily tasks. efficacy /EF-i-kuh-see/ [noun] – the ability to produce a desired or intended result Researchers are studying the efficacy of the new vaccine in preventing disease. deliberative / dih-LIB-er-uh-tiv,/ [adjective] – involving careful thought or discussion before making a decision The committee held a deliberative meeting to discuss the proposed changes. autonomy /aw-TON-uh-mee/ [noun] – the right or condition of self-government; independence The region gained autonomy after decades of negotiations. undermine…
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FDA launches nationwide review of phenylephrine in over-the-counter decongestants

2025年1月6日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about how medicine ingredients are reviewed for safety? Why is it important for a medicine to be tested again even if it’s been used for years? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. decongestant /dee-kuhn-JES-tuhnt/ [noun] – a type of medicine used to relieve blocked noses or sinuses The doctor gave me a decongestant to clear my nose. effectively /ih-FEK-tiv-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that produces the intended result The medicine worked effectively to treat my cold. relieve /ri-LEEV/ [verb] – to make something less painful or…
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FDA launches nationwide review of phenylephrine in over-the-counter decongestants

2025年1月6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 how medicine ingredients are reviewed for safety? Is it important for a medicine to be tested again even if it’s been used for years? 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。 review /ri-VYOO/ [noun] – an evaluation or assessment of something The doctor gave a thorough review of the patient’s health. ingredient /in-GREE-dee-uhnt/ [noun] – a component part of a recipe or mixture The main ingredient in the soup is chicken. congestion /kuhn-JES-chuhn/ [noun] – the state of being blocked or overcrowded, often used in relation to…
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Netflix makes historic NFL debut with global broadcast of Christmas Day games

2025年1月5日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. historic /hi-STAWR-ik/ [adjective] – important or likely to be important in history The astronaut’s first steps on the moon were a historic moment. electrify /ih-LEK-truh-fahy/ [verb] – to make someone feel very excited or energized The actor’s powerful speech electrified the audience at the awards ceremony. decisive /dih-SAHY-siv/ [adjective] – clear and conclusive, leaving no doubt about the outcome The team’s decisive goal in the final minutes secured their victory. innovative /IN-uh-vey-tiv/ [adjective] – using new methods or ideas The company launched an innovative app that connects people in rural areas. unparalleled /uhn-PAR-uh-leld/ [adjective] – having…
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Netflix makes historic NFL debut with global broadcast of Christmas Day games

2025年1月5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 what kind of content Netflix offers? Have you heard that Netflix is showing live sports events now? 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。 feature /FEE-cher/ [verb] – to include something as an important part The movie will feature a famous actor. attract /uh-TRAKT/ [verb] – to draw attention or interest The bright colors attract many people. smoothly /smooth-LEE/ [adverb] – without problems or difficulties The car moved smoothly along the road. analysis /uh-NAL-uh-sis/ [noun] – a detailed examination of something The scientist gave a detailed analysis…
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Netflix makes historic NFL debut with global broadcast of Christmas Day games

2025年1月5日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you know what kind of content Netflix offers? If so, what kind of content do you like watching on Netflix? If not, would you like to try it? Have you heard that Netflix is showing live sports events now? If so, what sports would you like to see on Netflix? If not, do you think this is a good idea? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. triumph /TRAHY-uhmf/ [verb] – to achieve a great victory or success The team triumphed in the final match of the tournament. analyst /AN-l-ist/ [noun]…
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FDA introduces stricter guidelines for ‘healthy’ food labels to improve public health

2025年1月4日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. federal /FED-er-uhl/ [adjective] – relating to the central government of a country The federal government passed new laws to improve healthcare. dietary /DAHY-i-ter-ee/ [adjective] – relating to the diet or the food that a person or group eats The dietary habits of the population have changed over the years. chronic /KRON-ik/ [adjective] – (of a disease or condition) persisting for a long time or constantly recurring He suffers from chronic back pain. saturated /SACH-uh-rey-tid/ [adjective] – containing the highest possible amount of a substance, especially fat or oil Saturated fats are often found in processed foods….
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FDA introduces stricter guidelines for ‘healthy’ food labels to improve public health

2025年1月4日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What does “healthy food” mean to you? Can you think of a food you like that might not be labeled as “healthy”? Why do you think that is? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. packaged /PA-kuhjd/ [adjective] – sold in a package She prefers to buy packaged snacks because they are more convenient for her busy schedule. definition /def-uh-NISH-uhn/ [noun] – a statement that explains the meaning of a word or concept The teacher asked the students to write a definition of the new vocabulary word. sodium /SOH-dee-uhm/ [noun] – a…
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