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Shakira earns a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nomination after record-breaking global tour and historic concert in Mexico City

2026年4月12日

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©Photo by Charles Sykes/Invision/AP,File Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. nomination /nom-uh-NAY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of officially suggesting someone for a position or award The film received a nomination for an international award. induction /in-DUHK-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of formally accepting someone into a group or organization The athlete celebrated induction into the sports hall of fame. milestone /MAHYL-stohn/ [noun] – an important event in the development or history of something The discovery marked a milestone in medical research. iconic /ahy-KON-ik/ [adjective] – very famous or popular, especially being considered to represent particular opinions or a particular time The building…
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NASA satellite reenters Earth’s atmosphere after solar activity accelerates orbital decay over Pacific Ocean

2026年4月11日

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©JHU/APL, NASA via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. plunge /PLUHNJ/ [verb] – to fall suddenly and quickly from a high position The aircraft plunged into the ocean during a storm. orbit /OR-bit/ [noun] – the curved path that a spacecraft follows around a planet The satellite stayed in orbit for several years. reentry /ree-EN-tree/ [noun] – the act of returning to Earth’s atmosphere from space The capsule made a safe reentry after the mission. radiation /ray-dee-AY-shuhn/ [noun] – energy in the form of waves that can be harmful to living things Scientists study radiation to understand space conditions. eccentric /ik-SEN-trik/…
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Front-yard vegetable gardens gain popularity

2026年4月10日

front-yard garden

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. lawn /lawn/ [noun] – an area of short grass that people grow in a yard or garden The hotel has a large lawn where guests can relax and enjoy the view. turfgrass /TURF-gras/ [noun] – a type of grass that people grow to cover the ground in lawns, parks, or sports fields The stadium uses special turfgrass so athletes can play safely. edible /ED-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – safe and suitable for people to eat The guide showed visitors which forest plants are edible. leafy /LEE-fee/ [adjective] – having many leaves The park is full of leafy trees…
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Lawmakers study ways to support locally grown flowers for Hawaiian lei

2026年4月9日

Lei

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. cultivation /kuhl-tuh-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of growing and taking care of plants or crops The school started a small garden to teach students about vegetable cultivation. aloha /uh-LOH-huh/ [noun] – a feeling of kindness, love, and welcome in Hawaiian culture Visitors often notice the spirit of aloha in the warm greetings of local residents. integral /IN-ti-gruhl/ [adjective] – necessary and important as part of something larger Teamwork is an integral part of completing large construction projects. tuberose /TOO-buh-rohz/ [noun] – a type of fragrant white flower often used in perfumes or decorations The hotel lobby…
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Public concern about tap water increases demand for home filters

2026年4月8日

tap water

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. contaminant /kuhn-TAM-uh-nuhnt/ [noun] – a harmful substance that makes something dirty or unsafe The scientist studied a contaminant in the soil near the factory. microbe /MAHY-krohb/ [noun] – a very small living organism that can only be seen with a microscope The hospital uses special cleaners to remove microbes from medical equipment. disinfectant /dis-in-FEK-tuhnt/ [noun] – a chemical used to kill harmful bacteria or germs The school janitor used disinfectant to clean the desks after class. catalyze /KAT-l-ahyz/ [verb] – to cause or make something happen more quickly The discovery catalyzes further research in renewable energy….
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Project Hail Mary arrives in theaters as Ryan Gosling leads new space adventure adapted from Andy Weir Novel

2026年4月7日

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©Jonathan Olley/Amazon MGM Studios via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. epic /EP-ik/ [noun] – a long story or event that is very large, important, or impressive The film became a space epic that attracted global audiences. dormant /DAWR-muhnt/ [adjective] – not active or growing now but able to become active later The volcano remained dormant for many years. reluctant /rih-LUHK-tuhnt/ [adjective] – not willing to do something and therefore slow to do it The student felt reluctant to speak in front of the class. collaboration /kuh-lab-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – the situation of two or more people working together to create or…
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Hawaii lawmakers consider measures to support locally grown flowers in traditional Lei industry

2026年4月6日

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©AP Photo/Mengshin Lin Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. garland /GAR-luhnd/ [noun] – a circle or chain of flowers or leaves used for decoration The ceremony included a garland of fresh flowers. cultivation /kuhl-tuh-VAY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of growing plants for food or decoration The farm focuses on the cultivation of tropical flowers. regulation /reg-yuh-LAY-shuhn/ [noun] – an official rule that controls how something is done The government introduced a regulation to protect farmers. commercialization /kuh-MUR-shuh-luh-ZAY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of making something into a product to sell Commercialization changed how traditional crafts are produced. heritage /HER-i-tij/ [noun] – the traditions,…
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Research shows mental activities may delay cognitive decline

2026年4月5日

old-doing puzzle

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. cognitive /KOG-ni-tiv/ [adjective] – related to thinking, learning, and understanding Good sleep can improve students’ cognitive ability during exams. stimulating /STIM-yuh-ley-ting/ [adjective] – interesting and making the mind active The science museum offers many stimulating exhibits for visitors. accumulation /uh-kyoo-myuh-LEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the gradual collection or increase of something over time The accumulation of practice hours helped the athlete improve her performance. chronic /KRON-ik/ [adjective] – lasting for a long time or continuing for a long period Chronic stress can affect a student’s ability to focus in school. exacerbate /ig-ZAS-er-beyt/ [verb] – to make a problem…
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Offline hobbies gain popularity among young adults

2026年4月4日

knitting

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. therapeutic /ther-uh-PYOO-tik/ [adjective] – helpful for improving health or reducing stress Walking in nature can be a therapeutic activity after a busy week at work. constant /KON-stuhnt/ [adjective] – happening all the time without stopping The athlete showed constant effort during daily training before the competition. concentration /kon-suhn-TREY-shuhn/ [noun] – the ability to give full attention to a task Reading a long novel requires strong concentration and patience. momentum /moh-MEN-tuhm/ [noun] – the increasing progress or development of something The company gained momentum in the market after releasing a successful product. intentional /in-TEN-shuh-nl/ [adjective] – done…
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Maggie Gyllenhaal premieres bold “The Bride!” reimagining of classic Frankenstein story in major Hollywood production

2026年4月3日

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©Photo by Scott A Garfitt/Invision/AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. audacious /aw-DAA-shuhs/ [adjective] – showing a willingness to take bold risks The artist made an audacious decision to change the story. spectacle /SPEK-tuh-kuhl/ [noun] – an unusual or exciting event or scene The parade was a colorful spectacle in the city. omniscient /om-NISH-uhnt/ [adjective] – knowing everything The narrator is omniscient and understands all characters. entrenched /en-TRENCHT/ [adjective] – firmly established and difficult to change Old habits can become deeply entrenched over time. profound /pruh-FOUND/ [adjective] – felt or experienced very strongly or in an extreme way The speech had a…
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