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NIH finds processed foods drive overeating

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. sodium /SOH-dee-uhm/ [noun] – a mineral found in salt that is essential for the body but harmful in large amounts Many canned soups contain high levels of sodium, which can raise blood pressure. calorie /KAL-uh-ree/ [noun] – a unit of energy, often used as a measurement of the amount of energy that food provides People who walk regularly can burn extra calories throughout the day. obesity /oh-BEE-si-tee/ [noun] – the condition of having too much body fat, often leading to health problems Doctors are concerned about the rise of obesity in young children due to lack…
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Surge in crocodile attacks in West Sulawesi raises alarm, experts seek solutions

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. concern /kuhn-SURN/ [noun] – a feeling of worry or anxiety about something Many people have a concern about the safety of their families. fatality /fey-TAL-i-tee/ [noun] – a death resulting from an accident, disaster, or violence The car crash resulted in two fatalities. attribute /uh-TRIB-yoot/ [verb] – to believe something is the result of a particular cause Experts attribute the increase in attacks to the loss of crocodile habitats. unsustainable /uhn-suh-STEY-nuh-buhl/ [adjective] – not able to be maintained or continued for a long time The rapid growth of the city is considered unsustainable. welfare /WEL-fair/ [noun]…
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Experimental treatment shows promise in delaying Alzheimer’s symptoms

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. onset /ON-set/ [noun] – the beginning or start of something Doctors closely monitored the onset of flu symptoms in the school community. mutation /myoo-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a change in the genetic structure that can be passed to future generations Genetic mutations in certain crops have improved their resistance to pests. transition /tran-ZISH-uhn/ [verb] – to move from one state, stage, or place to another The company transitioned from in-person meetings to virtual conferences during the pandemic. halt /hawlt/ [verb] – to stop or pause something Construction workers had to halt their progress due to heavy rain….
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Ancient griffin head returns to Greece after decades

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©(AP Photo/Thanassis Stavrakis) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. repatriation /ree-pey-tree-EY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of returning something to its country of origin The government’s efforts in the repatriation of ancient manuscripts strengthened diplomatic ties with neighboring countries. momentous /moh-MEN-tuhs/ [adjective] – very important or significant The launch of the new spacecraft was a momentous achievement for the country’s space program. symbolic /sim-BOL-ik/ [adjective] – representing something through symbols or meaningful gestures The lighting of the candle was a symbolic gesture of unity during the peace conference. divine /dih-VAHYN/ [adjective] – relating to or coming from a god or deity The priest…
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NASA astronauts set new record with historic 286-day space mission

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. evolve /ih-VOLV/ [verb] – to develop gradually, especially from a simple to a more complex form The company’s business model continues to evolve as it grows and learns from customer feedback. notable /NOH-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – worthy of attention or notice; remarkable The scientist made a notable discovery that could change medical treatments. extension /ik-STEN-shuhn/ [noun] – the action of increasing the length of something We applied for an extension on our project deadline to finish the remaining work. percentage /per-SEN-tij/ [noun] – a part or share of a whole, expressed as a fraction of 100 The…
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Utah becomes first state to ban fluoride in public water

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. rank /rangk/ [verb] – to have a particular position in a list or hierarchy The university ranks among the top institutions for medical research in the country. caution /CAW-shuhn/ [verb] – to warn someone to be careful The weather service cautioned residents to stay indoors due to the approaching storm. minimal /MIN-uh-muhl/ [adjective] – very small in amount, level, or degree The damage from the earthquake was minimal due to strong building structures. precedent /PRES-i-duhnt/ [noun] – an action, situation, or decision that can be used as an example for future cases The court’s ruling set…
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Japan lowers growth estimate to 2.2% as consumer spending weakens

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. persistent /per-SIS-tuhnt/ [adjective] – continuing to exist or happen, especially for longer than usual or desirable The persistent rain caused flooding in several areas of the city. dispute /dihs-PYOOT/ [noun] – a disagreement or argument between two or more people or groups The labor dispute between workers and the company lasted for several weeks. assert /uh-SURT/ [verb] – to state something in a strong and definite way She asserted her opinion confidently during the class discussion. resilient /ri-ZIL-yuhnt/ [adjective] – able to quickly recover from difficulties or adapt to change The city’s resilient economy recovered rapidly…
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Measles outbreak in West Texas exceeds 150 cases

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. outbreak /OUT-breyk/ [noun] – a sudden start or increase of something, especially a disease or something dangerous The outbreak of food poisoning forced the restaurant to close for inspection. exceed /ik-SEED/ [verb] – to go beyond a particular number, amount, or limit The temperature will exceed 40 degrees Celsius during the heatwave. infected /in-FECT-ed/ [adjective] – contaminated with harmful bacteria, viruses, or other pathogens She cleaned the infected cut with antiseptic to stop the spread of bacteria. transmit /trans-MIT/ [verb] – to pass a disease or infection from one person to another, usually through direct or…
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Impact of bird flu on North American wildlife and efforts to mitigate its spread

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©(AP Photo/Guadalupe Pardo, File) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. deceased /dih-SEEST/ [adjective] – dead Several deceased deer were found near the forest after a harsh winter storm. casualty /KAZH-oo-uhl-tee/ [noun] – a person or an animal killed or injured in an event The fire at the factory caused multiple casualties, prompting an urgent investigation. conversely /kuhn-VUR-slee/ [adverb] – in contrast; on the other hand People who prefer early mornings often go to bed early; conversely, night owls are more active during late hours. resilience /ri-ZIL-yuhns/ [noun] – the ability to recover quickly from difficulties Desert plants show remarkable resilience, surviving with…
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Grass-fed beef raises carbon concerns

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. feedlot /FEED-lot/ [noun] – a confined area where animals are fed intensively with special feed to gain weight quickly before slaughter Pigs in a feedlot are kept in pens and given special feed to gain weight faster. conclusion /kuhn-KLOO-zhuhn/ [noun] – a judgment or decision reached after consideration After months of research, scientists reached the conclusion that solar power was the most efficient energy source for the region. deforestation /dee-fawr-uh-STEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the action of clearing a wide area of trees Rising levels of deforestation in Southeast Asia have raised concerns about wildlife preservation. slaughter /SLAW-ter/…
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