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Japan wins first Olympic breaking competition

2024年8月15日

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©AP Photo/Frank Franklin 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 game, winning the championship. intricate /IN-tri-kit/ [adjective] – having a lot of small parts or details that are arranged in a complicated way and are therefore sometimes difficult to understand, solve, or produce The artist’s painting was filled with intricate patterns that took hours to create. spontaneity /spon-tuh-NEY-i-tee/ [noun] – the quality of being spontaneous and natural rather than planned or forced Her spontaneity made the trip more fun as she planned activities on the spot….
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Japan wins first Olympic breaking competition

2024年8月15日

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©AP Photo/Frank Franklin Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Did you watch any of the competitions from the 2024 Paris Olympics? If so, which ones? If not, are there any competitions you would like to watch? Did you know that breakdancing was included for the 2024 Paris Olympics? Do you think it was a good idea to add it? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. victorious /vik-TAWR-ee-uhs/ [adjective] – having won a victory or having achieved success in a contest or competition After a hard-fought battle, they emerged victorious over their rivals. captivating /KAP-tuh-veyt/ [verb] – to…
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Famous couple dominates Box Office

2024年8月14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 the success of a movie at the box office related to its genre? Does the superhero genre typically perform better at the box office than other genres? 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。 film /film/ [noun] – a movie or a series of moving images shown on television or in a cinema The film about space exploration was shown in theaters worldwide. achievement /uh-CHEEV-muhnt/ [noun] – something accomplished, especially by superior ability, special effort, or great courage Winning the competition was a major achievement for the team. broad…
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Famous couple dominates Box Office

2024年8月14日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. clash /klash / [noun] – refers to a situation where two or more events, are competing against each other The two soccer teams had a clash on the field, and the referee had to stop the game. remarkable /ri-MAHR-kuh-buhl/ [adjective] – unusual or special and therefore surprising and worth mentioning The sunset was remarkable, with the sky painted in shades of pink and orange. exceed /ik-SEED/ [verb] – to be greater than a number or amount, or to go beyond a limit The students were happy to exceed their goal of raising money for charity. scenario…
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Famous couple dominates Box Office

2024年8月14日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What makes a movie successful at the box office? How do movie genres (e.g., superhero, romantic drama) affect a movie’s box office performance? Which genre do you think typically performs best? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. consecutive /kuhn-SEK-yuh-tiv/ [adjective] – following one after another in a series without interruption The team won three consecutive games, making them the champions. globally /GLOW-buh-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that affects or includes the whole world The singer’s album was popular globally, with fans from many different countries. accomplishment /uh-KOM-plish-muhnt / [noun]…
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Spicy ramen returns to Copenhagen after partial ban lifted by Danish authorities

2024年8月13日

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©REUTERS/Tom Little Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What might cause a government agency to decide to ban a food product? How does social media help promote and shape opinions about food products? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. contain /kuhn-TEYN/ [verb] – to have something inside or include something as a part The pizza contains a variety of fresh vegetables and cheese. vomiting /VOM-i-ting/ [noun] – the act of emptying the contents of the stomach through the mouth The medication can cause various side effects, including dizziness and vomiting. lift /lift/ [verb] – to remove or…
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Spicy ramen returns to Copenhagen after partial ban lifted by Danish authorities

2024年8月13日

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©REUTERS/Tom Little 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 spicy food? Do spicy foods have any health benefits? 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。 ban /ban/ [verb] – to forbid (refuse to allow) something, especially officially The school banned the use of cell phones during class. ingredient /in-GREE-dee-uhnt/ [noun] – a food that is used with other foods in the preparation of a particular dish Sugar is a common ingredient in many desserts. harbor /HAHR-ber/ [noun] – a place on the coast where ships can dock, sheltered from rough waters The fishermen brought…
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Spicy ramen returns to Copenhagen after partial ban lifted by Danish authorities

2024年8月13日

Buldak

©REUTERS/Tom Little Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. fiery /FAHYUHR-ee/ [adjective] – having a strong, intense, or burning quality The chef prepared a fiery curry that left everyone reaching for water. intoxication /in-tok-si-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a state of poisoning or harmful effects on the body caused by consuming a substance in excessive amounts The patient’s symptoms of dizziness and confusion were signs of intoxication from ingesting toxic berries. deem /deem/ [verb] – to consider or to judge in a particular way The dish was deemed too salty by the taste testers, prompting the chef to adjust the seasoning. vulnerable /VUHL-ner-uh-buhl/ [adjective] –…
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