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England to prohibit sewage from being discharged into rivers and the sea

2022年4月22日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. overflow /oh-ver-FLOH/ [noun] – an amount of liquid or number of people that cannot fit in a space I placed a bucket underneath to capture the water tank’s overflow. infrastructure /IN-fruh-struhk-cher / [noun] – the basic systems and services, such as transportation and power supplies, that a country or organization uses in order to work effectively The infrastructure of the country has been severely destroyed by the war. expenditure /ik-SPEN-di-cher/ [noun] – the total amount of money that a government or person spends The government’s annual military expenditure has been reduced. outrage /OUT-reyj / [noun] –…
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Google plans to spend $9.5 billion to expand offices

2022年4月21日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. giant /JAHY-unt/ [noun] – a very successful and powerful person or organization Walmart is an American retail giant. counterintuitive /koun-ter-in-TOO-i-tiv/ [adjective] – contrary to what one would intuitively expect Thinking small is a counterintuitive strategy for some businesses. step up /step-uhp/ [phrasal verb] – to take action when there is a need or opportunity for it We should step up our social media marketing this month. shift /shift/ [verb] – to move or to cause (something or someone) to move to a different place, position, etc. The school will shift to online classes starting next week….
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Seven different fungi to be tested in reducing air pollution in Northern India

2022年4月20日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. microbial /mai-KROW-bee-uhl/ [adjective] – relating to or characteristic of a microorganism, especially a bacterium causing disease or fermentation Uncooked food may lead to health risks due to microbial contamination. stubble /STUHB-uhl/ [noun] – the short stems left after a crop such as wheat has been cut Stubble burning has been one of the major contributors to air pollution. compost /KOM-pohst/ [noun] – decaying plant material that is added to soil to improve its quality Several restaurants have started collecting compost to help farmers. neurological /noo-ruh-LAA-ji-kl/ [adjective] – relating to nerves Epilepsy is an example of a…
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Baskin-Robbins undergoes major rebrand

2022年4月19日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. branding /bran-DING/ [noun] – the act of giving a company a particular design or symbol in order to advertise its products and services I admire this company for its effective branding. spark /spahrk/ [verb] – to cause something to start or develop, especially suddenly This painting sparked happy memories in Laura. associate /uh-SOH-shee-eyt/ [verb] – to connect someone or something in your mind with someone or something else I associate tea with peace. tribute /TRIB-yoot/ [noun] – something that you say, write, or give that shows your respect and admiration for someone, especially on a formal…
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The benefits of doing household chores

2022年4月18日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. putter /PUHT-er/ [verb] – to do things in a relaxed way, without rushing or trying very hard My sister enjoys puttering in the kitchen. proactive /proh-AK-tiv/ [adjective] – taking action to make changes yourself rather than reacting to things that happen To be a great leader, one must be proactive. agency /EY-juhn-see/ [noun] – the ability to take action or to choose what action to take Evaluating our teachers gives the students a sense of agency to express their opinions. therapeutic /ther-uh-PYOO-tik/ [adjective] – causing someone to feel happier and more relaxed, or to feel more…
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Where did Easter eggs originate?

2022年4月17日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. mythical /MITH-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – mythical The unicorn is a famous mythical creature. hare /hair/ [noun] – an animal like a large rabbit that can run very fast and has long ears The hunter aimed at the hare, but it was too quick for him. hunt /huhnt/ [noun] – a search for something or someone Michael participates in Easter egg hunts every year. edible /ED-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – suitable or safe for eating Be careful looking for mushrooms in the wild. Some of them aren’t edible. scrumptious /SKRUHMP-shuhs/ [adjective] – tasting extremely good The parfait was absolutely scrumptious!…
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Medication matching to DNA is part of the new era of medicine

2022年4月16日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. medication /med-i-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a medicine, or a set of medicines or drugs, used to improve a particular condition or illness He is currently taking heart medication. lethal /LEE-thuhl/ [adjective] – able to cause or causing death; extremely dangerous The cops discovered pistols, knives, and other lethal weapons in the automobile. trigger /TRIG-er/ [verb] – to cause something to start Certain meals are known to trigger headaches in some people. prescribe /pri-SKRAHYB/ [verb] – (of a doctor) to say what medical treatment someone should have The drug is often prescribed to people with this kind of…
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New films to watch in April 2022

2022年4月14日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. conjure /KON-jer/ [verb] – to make something appear by magic, or as if by magic The boy was surprised to see the man conjure a rabbit from his hat. clash /KLASH/ [noun] – a fight or argument between people Everyone was interested in the clash between the two athletes. conquer /KONG-ker/ [verb] – to take control or possession of foreign land, or a group of people, by force They conquered a small village in the West. reprise /ri-PRAHYZ/ [verb] – to repeat a song, performance, or set of actions Sam plans to reprise his role as…
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An anonymous person returns the stolen Charles Darwin notebooks

2022年4月13日

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©Cambridge University Library via BBC Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. mysteriously /mi-STEER-ee-uhs-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that is strange, not known, or not understood This story is about a boy who mysteriously gained magical powers. rigorous /RIG-er-uhs/ [adjective] – careful to look at or consider every part of something to make certain it is correct or safe Jake underwent rigorous military training. speculate /SPEK-yuh-leyt/ [verb] – to guess possible answers to a question when you do not have enough information to be certain Everyone is speculating about the mayor’s new project. subject to /suhb-JEKT-too/ [phrasal verb] – to make someone…
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Are youngsters growing up too quickly?

2022年4月12日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. restriction /ri-STRIK-shuhn/ [noun] – an official limit on something Other countries were urged to lift trade restrictions by the president. notion /NOH-shuhn/ [noun] – a belief or idea I have no notion of resigning. awareness /uh-WAIR-nis/ [noun] – knowledge that something exists, or understanding of a situation or subject at the present time based on information or experience Over the last decade, there has been a significant increase in environmental awareness. exposure /ik-SPOH-zher/ [noun] – the fact of experiencing something or being affected by it because of being in a particular situation or place You should…
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