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Iraq hit by worst case of sand and dust storms

2022年5月10日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. visibility /viz-uh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – how clearly objects can be seen, or how far you can see clearly, usually because of the weather conditions Fog has severely reduced the visibility in the ocean. drought /drout/ [noun] – a long period when there is little or no rain Many communities have suffered from food shortages due to drought. diminish /dih-MIN-ish/ [verb] – to reduce or be reduced in size or importance The world’s natural resources have been quickly diminishing. upstream /UHP-STREEM/ [adjective] – on a river or stream towards its origin Factories upstream continue to pollute the water….
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Four artworks of Surrealism explained

2022年5月9日

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©The National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo / MOMAT/DNPartcom via BBC Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. rationality /rash-uh-NAL-i-tee/ [noun] – the quality of being based on clear thought and reason, or of making decisions based on clear thought and reason Scientists use logic and rationality in their studies. void /void/ [noun] – a large hole or empty space Lucy looked into the void over the cliff. defiance /dih-FAHY-uhns/ [noun] – behavior in which you refuse to obey someone or something He slammed the door shut in defiance upon exiting the conference room. repressed /ri-PREST/ [adjective] – having feelings that you do…
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The language of Mother’s Day flowers

2022年5月8日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. usefulness /YOOS-fuhl-ness/ [noun] – the quality or state of being useful Mr. Kent talked about the usefulness of artificial intelligence in his speech. fragrance /FREY-gruhns/ [noun] – a sweet or pleasant smell The fragrance of herbs put her in a good mood. uncover /uhn-KUHV-er/ [verb] – to discover something secret or hidden I enjoy uncovering the mysteries of remote islands. elegance /EL-ih-guhns/ [noun] – the quality of being graceful and attractive in appearance or behavior It was Daniella’s elegance that left an impression on him. innocence /IN-uh-suhns/ [noun] – the quality of not having much experience…
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UK proposes regulations to make fake reviews illegal

2022年5月7日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. commission /kuh-MISH-uhn/ [verb] – to choose someone to do a piece of work, or to have a piece of work done He commissioned a well-known artist to paint his family. bogus /BOH-guhs/ [adjective] – (of something) not what it appears or claims to be; false but made to look real Upon investigation, the ID card he presented was bogus. solicit /suh-LIS-it/ [verb] – to ask for something in a persuasive and determined way Public officials are forbidden from soliciting gifts or money in exchange for favor. perception /per-SEP-shuhn/ [noun] – a belief or opinion, often held…
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Scientists in Cambridge rejuvenate a 53-year-old woman’s skin cells

2022年5月6日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. regenerate /ri-JEN-uh-reyt/ [verb] – to grow again Once destroyed, brain cells do not regenerate. disorder /dis-AWR-der / [noun] – an illness of the mind or body He suffers from a rare disorder of the liver. journal /JUR-nl / [noun] – a serious magazine or newspaper that is published regularly about a particular subject Last week, a new online medical journal dedicated to neglected tropical diseases was launched. resolve /ri-ZOLV / [verb] – to solve or end a problem or difficulty Have you resolved the transportation issue yet? principle /PRIN-suh-puhl/ [noun] – a basic idea or rule…
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A guide to Children’s Day in Japan

2022年5月5日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. eventful /ih-VENT-fuhl/ [adjective] – full of interesting or important events Ben and Karen enjoyed an eventful week in Amsterdam. observe /uhb-ZURV/ [adjective] – to obey a law, rule, or custom My relatives, who are American citizens, observe Thanksgiving Day. ornament /AWR-nuh-muhnt/ [noun] – an object that is beautiful rather than useful This market offers Christmas ornaments at affordable prices. warrior /WAWR-ee-er/ [noun] – a soldier, usually one who has both experience and skill in fighting, especially in the past Thomas enjoys reading stories about Roman warriors. significance /sig-NIF-i-kuhns/ [noun] – importance He discussed the significance of…
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Get in touch with nature on Greenery Day

2022年5月4日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. greenery /GREE-nuh-ree/ [noun] – green plants, or branches that have been cut off from plants If you do desire greenery, it is best to use large plastic plants. dedicate to /DED-i-keyt/ [verb] – to give completely your energy, time, etc. to something He dedicated his entire life to helping the needy. scorching /SKAWR-ching / [adjective] – very hot It was scorching hot outside. gathering /GATH-er-ing / [noun] – a party or a meeting when many people come together as a group There will be a gathering of world leaders in Los Angeles next month. afforestation /uh-FAWR-ist/…
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A day to experience history

2022年5月3日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. draft /draft/ [verb] – to write the first version of a document such as a letter, essay, or law, which may have details added, changed, or corrected later She assisted me to draft a complaint letter. amend /uh-MEND/ [verb] – to change the words of a text, especially a law or a legal document Congress may amend the proposed tax bill. unity /YOO-ni-tee/ [noun] – the state of being joined together or in agreement Despite its public display of unity, the royal family, like any other, had its share of conflicts. transition /tran-ZISH-uhn/ [noun] – a…
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The Golden Week

2022年5月2日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. strategically /struh-TEE-juh-klee/ [adverb] – in a way that relates to the achievement of long-term or overall aims and interests The seats are strategically placed for maximal viewing. observe /uhb-ZURV/ [verb] – to obey a law or rule, or celebrate a holiday or religious event in a traditional way Coming of Age Day is observed on the second Monday of January. constitution /kon-sti-TOO-shuhn/ [noun] – the set of political principles by which a state or organization is governed, especially in relation to the rights of the people it governs The US constitution was signed in 1787. prosperity…
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DOLE opens 12,000 jobs for Filipinos on Labor Day 2022

2022年5月1日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. commemoration /kuh-mem-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – something that is done to remember officially and give respect to a great person or event We gave out stamps during the commemoration of Children’s Day. inaugurate /in-AW-gyuh-reyt/ [verb] – to mark the beginning of a new period, style, or activity The board of directors inaugurated the new museum. march /mahrch/ [verb] – to walk through a public place as part of a public event to express support for something, or disagreement with or disapproval of something People from all walks of life marched for civil rights. lobby /LOB-ee/ [verb] – to…
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