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London’s hidden wartime tunnels set to open in 2028 as historic attraction

2025年7月19日

London Tunnel

©(AP Photo/Joanna Chan) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. geopolitical /jee-ow-puh-LI-tuh-kl/ [adjective] – related to the political and geographic factors that influence countries and international relations The oil crisis caused major geopolitical changes in the Middle East. espionage /ES-pee-uh-nahzh/ [noun] – the practice of spying to get secret information, usually by governments He was arrested for espionage after stealing government secrets for a foreign power. covert /KOH-vert/ [adjective] – done secretly or not openly shown The agency carried out a covert investigation into the illegal trade network. commemorative /kuh-MEM-uh-rey-tiv/ [adjective] – intended to honor and remember a person, group, or event A…
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Robotaxi competition grows as Waymo launches service in Atlanta

2025年7月18日

Waymo

©(AP Photo/Terry Chea, File) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. deployment /dih-PLOI-muhnt/ [noun] – the act of sending or using something for a specific purpose The government announced new deployments of medical workers to help during the emergency. autonomous /aw-TON-uh-muhs/ [adjective] – able to work or operate without help from a person The company is testing autonomous delivery robots on the city streets. strategic /struh-TEE-jik/ [adjective] – carefully planned to reach a goal The team held a strategic meeting before the big product launch. sustainable /suh-STEY-nuh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to continue over time without harming the environment or using too many resources…
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GPS pet trackers gain popularity in urban areas amid rising concerns over lost animals

2025年7月17日

GPS

©(AP Photo/Kelvin Chan) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. transmit /trans-MIT/ [verb] – to send or pass something from one place to another The satellite is used to transmit weather data to the control center. cellular /SEL-yuh-ler/ [adjective] – relating to a mobile phone network that uses radio signals The new watch has its own cellular connection for making calls without a phone. radar /REY-dahr/ [noun] – a system that uses radio waves to find the position and movement of things The airport uses radar to track the position of airplanes in the sky. indispensable /in-di-SPEN-suh-buhl/ [adjective] – very important or necessary…
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Scientists confirm 4.16-billion-year-old rocks in Quebec

2025年7月16日

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©Jonathan O’Neil via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. credible /KRED-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to be believed or trusted She gave a credible reason for being late to class. legitimacy /li-JIT-uh-muh-see/ [noun] – the quality of being legal, fair, or acceptable People questioned the legitimacy of the final decision. valuable /VAL-yoo-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – worth a lot of money or very useful or important Her advice was valuable before the big exam. exploitation /ek-sploi-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the use of something or someone unfairly to gain an advantage Exploitation of natural resources can cause big problems. preservation /prez-er-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of…
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Brad Pitt’s F1 movie debuts with authentic racing action and unprecedented Hollywood–Formula One collaboration

2025年7月15日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. authentic /aw-THEN-tik/ [adjective] – if something is authentic, it is real, true, or what people say it is The restaurant serves authentic Filipino food made with fresh ingredients. substantially /suhb-STAN-shuh-lee/ [adverb] – to a large degree or in a basic and important way The company’s profits increased substantially last year. phenomenal /fi-NOM-uh-nl/ [adjective] – extremely successful or special, especially in a surprising way The athlete gave a phenomenal performance in the finals. unprecedented /uhn-PRES-i-den-tid/ [adjective] – something that has never happened before The team’s victory was unprecedented in the history of the tournament. collaborative /kuh-LAB-uh-rey-tiv/ [adjective]…
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Music program brings comfort to shelter animals in U.S. cities

2025年7月14日

animalsheltermusic

©(AP Photo/Thomas Peipert) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. homeless /HOHM-lis/ [adjective] – without a home The city opened a shelter for homeless families after the storm. nonprofit /non-PROF-it/ [noun] – an organization that does not aim to make money but to help people or support a cause A local nonprofit is helping to plant trees in the city. universal /yoo-nuh-VUR-suhl/ [adjective] – true or available for all people or things in the world The smile is a universal sign of happiness. kennel /KEN-l/ [noun] – a place where dogs are kept, especially when their owners are away The dogs stayed in…
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Extreme heat increases health risks during outdoor exercise

2025年7月13日

outdoor exercise

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. heat index /HEET in-deks/ [noun] – a measure that combines air temperature and humidity to show how hot it feels The school canceled outdoor activities because the heat index reached dangerous levels. dehydration /dee-hahy-DREY-shuhn/ [noun] – a condition that happens when the body loses too much water After hiking for hours without water, she experienced signs of dehydration. cramp /kramp/ [noun] – painful and sudden tightening of muscles The swimmer had to stop the race because of leg cramps. paramount /PAR-uh-mount/ [adjective] – more important than anything else Safety is paramount when working with electrical equipment….
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Vera C. Rubin Observatory unveils first space images with record-breaking camera in Chile

2025年7月12日

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©NSF-DOE Vera C. Rubin Observatory via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. prominent /PROM-uh-nuhnt/ [adjective] – very well known and important The museum displayed a prominent sculpture that many visitors stopped to look at. innovative /IN-uh-vey-tiv/ [adjective] – using new methods or ideas The team made an innovative robot that can clean small plastic pieces from water. groundbreaking /GROUND-brey-king/ [adjective] – very new and a big change from other things of its type The artist’s groundbreaking painting changed how people thought about color. elusive /ih-LOO-siv/ [adjective] – difficult to describe, find, or achieve The fox was elusive and hard to find…
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U.S. schools adopt meat-free menus to promote health and combat climate impact

2025年7月11日

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©AP Photo/Wong Maye-E, File Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. detrimental /de-truh-MEN-tl/ [adjective] – causing harm or damage Too much sugar is detrimental to good health. substantial /suhb-STAN-shuhl/ [adjective] – large in size, value, or importance The company made a substantial profit last year. formidable /FAWR-mi-duh-buhl/ [adjective] – very difficult to deal with or overcome Starting a new diet can be a formidable challenge. widespread /WAHYD-SPRED/ [adjective] – existing or happening in many places and/or among many people There was widespread support for the new policy. impactful /im-PAKT-fuhl/ [adjective] – having a powerful effect or influence His speech was very impactful and…
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European countries issue health alerts as heat wave intensifies

2025年7月10日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. unprecedented /uhn-PRES-i-den-tid/ [adjective] – never having happened or existed in the past The city saw unprecedented rain that flooded every street. acceleration /ak-sel-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of becoming faster or happening more quickly The acceleration of the train made some passengers lose balance. devastating /DEV-uh-stey-ting/ [adjective] – causing great damage or suffering The devastating storm destroyed many houses in the village. compelling /kuhm-PEL-ing/ [adjective] – very exciting, interesting, or persuasive The movie had a compelling story that kept everyone watching. resilience /ri-ZIL-yuhns/ [noun] – the ability to become strong or healthy again after something bad…
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