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September data show sharp rise in U.S. coffee prices amid import limits and inflation

2025年12月8日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. conspicuous /kuhn-SPIK-yoo-uhs/ [adjective] – very noticeable or attracting attention, often in a way that is not wanted The bright sign was conspicuous in the dark street. recalibrate /ree-KAL-uh-breyt/ [verb] – to change the way something is measured, judged, or calculated The company had to recalibrate its goals after the new rules. repercussion /ree-per-KUHSH-uhn/ [noun] – the effect that an action, event, or decision has on something, especially a bad effect The new policy had a serious repercussion on small shops. attenuate /uh-TEN-yoo-eyt/ [verb] – to make something smaller, weaker, or less severe The doctor tried to…
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Unapproved peptides raise safety concerns as popularity increases

2025年12月7日

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©(AP Photo/Javier Arciga) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. vial /VAHY-uhl/ [noun] – a small glass or plastic container used to hold liquid medicine The doctor prepared several vials of vaccine before the community health drive. contentious /kuhn-TEN-shuhs/ [adjective] – causing or likely to cause disagreement The plan to build a new highway became contentious after residents disagreed about the route. hazardous /HAZ-er-duhs/ [adjective] – dangerous or likely to cause harm The factory warned employees that certain chemicals were hazardous and required special gloves. ambiguous /am-BIG-yoo-uhs/ [adjective] – not clear or having more than one possible meaning The instructions on the sign…
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Researchers launch revelatory trials to mitigate long-term damage from Autoimmune Encephalitis

2025年12月6日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. arcane /ahr-KEYN/ [adjective] – mysterious and difficult to understand The old map had many arcane symbols that explorers tried to understand. mitigate /MIT-i-geyt/ [verb] – to make something less harmful, unpleasant, or bad Doctors tried to mitigate the pain with a new type of medicine. revelatory /ri-VEL-uh-tawr-ee/ [adjective] – showing something that was not known before The report was revelatory, giving surprising facts about the environment. consolidate /kuhn-SOL-i-deyt/ [verb] – to bring things together so they become stronger or easier to manage The company plans to consolidate its offices into one building. discerning /dih-SUR-ning/ [adjective] –…
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San Diego Zoo’s oldest tortoise dies at estimated age of 141

2025年12月5日

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©(San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. euthanasia /yoo-thuh-NEY-zhuh/ [noun] – the act of ending the life of an animal or person to stop severe pain or suffering The shelter explained that euthanasia is used only when an animal cannot recover and is suffering deeply. emblematic /em-bluh-MAT-ik/ [adjective] – representing or symbolizing an important idea or quality The old lighthouse became emblematic of the town’s long history by the sea. longevity /lon-JEV-i-tee/ [noun] – long life or the ability to live for a long time Scientists study the longevity of certain trees that can live for…
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Australia prepares to enforce social media ban for children under 16

2025年12月4日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. contentious /kuhn-TEN-shuhs/ [adjective] – causing or likely to cause disagreement The proposal to close the old city library created a contentious argument among local residents. legislation /lej-is-LEY-shuhn/ [noun] – laws or a set of laws made by a government New legislation was introduced to regulate the use of electric scooters in crowded areas. exploitation /ek-sploi-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of treating someone unfairly in order to benefit from them Labor officials investigated the exploitation of migrant workers at several construction sites. pervasive /per-VEY-siv/ [adjective] – spreading widely throughout an area or group Concerns about data privacy…
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CDC website update sparks concern over vaccine safety messaging

2025年12月3日

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©(AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana, file) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. autism /AW-tiz-uhm/ [noun] – a developmental condition that affects communication and behavior A health organization said recent reports about autism were not supported by scientific evidence. consensus /kuhn-SEN-suhs/ [noun] – general agreement among a group of people Scientists reached a consensus that the new treatment is safe for most patients. conclusion /kuhn-KLOO-zhuhn/ [noun] – a final judgment or decision based on evidence The committee announced its conclusion that more safety tests were needed. dismiss /dis-MIS/ [verb] – to decide that something is not important, true, or worth considering The board dismissed…
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Health agencies warn families after contamination confirmed in infant formula

2025年12月2日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. botulism /BOCH-uh-liz-uhm/ [noun] – a serious illness caused by toxins from certain bacteria Doctors treated a rare case of botulism linked to homemade fermented fish. scrutiny /SKROOT-n-ee/ [noun] – careful and detailed examination The new airport project faced public scrutiny because of concerns about cost and safety. surge /surj/ [noun] – a sudden and large increase Hospitals reported a surge in flu cases after winter temperatures dropped sharply. debilitating /duh-BI-luh-tay-tuhng/ [adjective] – causing weakness or reducing the ability to function A debilitating virus spread through the community and left many people too weak to work. consequential…
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Rural health center in New Hampshire closes amid Medicaid cuts

2025年12月1日

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©(AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. volatility /vahl-uh-TIL-i-tee/ [noun] – a situation that changes quickly and unpredictably The economic volatility made it difficult for small businesses to plan for the future. disruption /dis-RUHP-shuhn/ [noun] – an interruption that stops something from working normally Internet disruptions in the area made it hard for students to join online classes. dependence /dih-PEN-duhns/ [noun] – the state of needing or relying on something or someone The town’s dependence on one factory made the community vulnerable when it closed. ramification /ram-uh-fi-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a result or consequence, especially one that is not obvious…
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Funding cuts halt 383 U.S. clinical studies, impacting over 74,000 volunteers

2025年11月30日

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©AP Photo/Federica Narancio, File Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. salient /SEY-lee-uhnt/ [adjective] – the most noticeable or important part of something The most salient idea in her report helped everyone understand the problem quickly. precipitate /pri-SIP-i-teyt/ [adjective] – happening suddenly or sooner than expected The company faced a precipitate drop in sales after the sudden announcemen untenable /uhn-TEN-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – cannot be supported or defended; impossible to continue The plan became untenable because the team lacked enough time and tools. ramification /ram-uh-fi-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a possible result of an action, especially one that is not obvious The new rule had a…
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Zoo uses public veterinary exams to increase transparency and awareness

2025年11月29日

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©(AP Photo/Seth Wenig) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. veterinary /VET-er-uh-ner-ee/ [adjective] – relating to the medical care of animals The new wildlife center opened a veterinary lab to treat rescued birds. accredited /uh-KRED-i-tid/ [adjective] – officially recognized or approved Only accredited labs were allowed to test the water samples after the chemical spill. transparency /trans-PAIR-uhn-see/ [noun] – openness; the quality of allowing others to see how decisions or actions are made The museum increased transparency by explaining how artifacts were selected for display. welfare /WEL-fair/ [noun] – the health, safety, and general well-being of a person, group, or animal The shelter…
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