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Ellesmere Port Plant to convert domestic garbage into aviation fuel

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. disclose /dih-SKLOHZ/ [verb] – to make something known publicly, or to show something that was hidden Profits of more than $200 million have been disclosed by the corporation. collaboration /kuh-lab-uh-REY-shuhn / [noun] – the situation of two or more people working together to create or achieve the same thing The new airport is the result of a collaboration between two of the country’s greatest architects. burden /BUR-dn/ [noun] – something difficult or unpleasant that you have to deal with or worry about Young couples typically face a significant financial burden when purchasing a home. reliance /ri-LAHY-uhns/…
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The ‘Dinosaur asteroid’ causes devastation in springtime

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. asteroid /AS-tuh-roid/ [noun] – one of many large rocks that circle the sun Scientists are hopeful that an asteroid will provide information on the origins of life on Earth. fragile /FRAJ-uhl/ [adjective] – A fragile object is easily damaged or broken Be careful with the vase; it is very fragile. vulnerable /VUHL-ner-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to be easily physically or mentally hurt, influenced, or attacked Tourists are more vulnerable to attacks because they are unfamiliar with the city’s danger zones. perish /PER-ish/ [verb] – to die, especially in an accident or by being killed, or to…
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The reason that prevents us to be kind

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. compelled /kuhm-PELD/ [adjective] – having to do something because you are forced to or feel it is necessary Alan felt compelled to report the incident to the authorities. stifle /STAHY-fuhl/ [verb] – to prevent something from happening, being expressed, or continuing She did her best to stifle her anger out of respect. candidly /KAN-did-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that is honest and true, especially about something difficult or painful Rui candidly admitted his mistakes. I admire his honesty. gesture /JES-cher/ [noun] – an action that expresses your feelings or intentions, although it might have little…
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2022’s best Asian restaurant is located in Tokyo

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. gastronomic /ga-struh-NAA-muhk/ [adjective] – relating to the preparation and consumption (= eating) of good food This curry meal is a gastronomic delight! panel /PAN-l/ [noun] – a small group of people chosen to give advice, make a decision, or publicly discuss their opinions as entertainment Jack bravely faced a panel of 40 professors. signature /SIG-nuh-cher/ [adjective] – used to refer to the special thing for which a person or place is particularly known I’d like to order some of your signature dishes, please. innovative /IN-uh-vey-tiv/ [adjective] – using new methods or ideas May designs innovative clothes…
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Australia confirms recent mass bleaching incident in the Great Barrier Reef

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© GETTY IMAGES via BBC News Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. devastate /DEV-uh-steyt/ [verb] – to destroy or damage something very badly The wildfire devastated nearly the entire forest. the norm /thuh nawrm/ [noun] – a situation or type of behavior that is expected and considered to be typical Online lessons have become the norm in this new generation. alga /AL-guh/ [noun] – a simple, nonflowering, and typically aquatic plant of a large group that includes the seaweeds and many single-celled forms Algae has covered the surface of the pond. La Niña /lah NEE-nyah/ [noun] – the cooling of the water…
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Modern friendship’s myths and realities

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. conditional /kuhn-DISH-uh-nl / [adjective] – a conditional offer or agreement depends on something else being done The agreement is conditional upon certain environmental investigations. medium /MEE-dee-uhm/ [noun] – a method or way of expressing something Television is the modern medium of communication. handwritten /hand-RIT-n/ [adjective] – written using your hand rather than printed by a machine The letter was handwritten in black ink. exclude /ik-SKLOOD/ [verb] – to prevent someone or something from entering a place or taking part in an activity Tom has been excluded from school due to his misbehavior. fulfilling /fool-FIl-ing / [adjective]…
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Security guards curate art exhibit at Baltimore museum

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©The Baltimore Museum of Art via CNN Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. opaque /oh-PEYK/ [adjective] – preventing light from traveling through, and therefore not transparent or translucent Most houses in this village have opaque glass windows. intense /in-TENS/ [adjective] – extreme and forceful or (of a feeling) very strong The scenes in the film were quite intense. installation /in-stuh-LEY-shuhn/ [noun] – an art exhibit constructed within a gallery. The installations were larger than life. conceptualize /kuhn-SEP-choo-uh-lahyz / [verb] – to form an idea or principle in your mind It took Lina a week to conceptualize a story. the status quo /thuh-STAT-us-kwoh/…
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Wildfires slow the recovery of the ozone layer, a study says

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. ozone /OH-zohn/ [noun] – (= a form of oxygen) above the earth that protects the earth from the sun’s ultraviolet light Depletion of the ozone layer leaves the earth’s surface increasingly exposed to harmful radiation from the sun. hinder /HIN-der/ [verb] – to limit the ability of someone to do something, or to limit the development of something Her lack of experience hindered her progress. intense /in-TENS/ [adjective] – extreme and forceful or (of a feeling) very strong He felt an intense pain in his back all of a sudden. exposure /ik-SPOH-zher/ [noun] – the fact…
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Unique places to visit in Brazil

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. terrestrial /tuh-RES-tree-uhl/ [adjective] – relating to the earth Laura studies both marine and terrestrial animals. mesmerize /MEZ-muh-rahyz/ [verb] – to have someone’s attention completely so that they cannot think of anything else We were all mesmerized by the beauty of the town. phenomenal /fi-NOM-uh-nl/ [adjective] – extremely successful or special, especially in a surprising way The group’s musical performance was absolutely phenomenal! venture /VEN-cher/ [verb] – to risk going somewhere or doing something that might be dangerous or unpleasant He ventured out into the woods with a camera. one for the books /wuhn-fer-thuh-books/ [idiom] – something…
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Mastering the art of gift-giving

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. adept /uh-DEPT/ [adjective] – having a natural ability to do something that needs skill To be an outstanding leader, one must be adept at predicting other people’s moods. adulting /uh-DUHLT-ing/ [noun] – actions and behavior that are considered typical of adults, not children or young people Claire seems level-headed in handling bills. Maybe she can share some of her adulting tips with me. recipient /ri-SIP-ee-uhnt/ [noun] – a person who receives something The club’s 20th member will be the recipient of a mystery gift. concur /kuhn-KUR/ [verb] – to agree or have the same opinion I…
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