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Wildfires in Los Angeles disrupt entertainment industry and cause severe damage

2025年1月16日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. devastation /dev-uh-STEY-shuhn/ [noun] – great destruction or damage over a large area The storm caused massive devastation, leaving many people without homes. exacerbate /ig-ZAS-er-beyt/ [verb] – to make something that is already bad even worse The lack of clean water exacerbated the spread of disease in the village. manuscript /MAN-yuh-skript/ [noun] – a writer’s original copy of a book, article, or document before it is published The author submitted the final manuscript of his novel to the publisher. intensify /in-TEN-suh-fahy/ [verb] – to make something stronger or more extreme The government plans to intensify efforts to…
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COVID-19 transforms the world and challenges public health

2025年1月15日

covid

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. vulnerable /VUHL-ner-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – exposed to the possibility of being harmed or attacked Children with chronic illnesses are vulnerable to infections during flu season. inequitable /in-EK-wi-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – unfair or biased The school’s funding distribution was inequitable, favoring wealthier districts. disparity /dih-SPAR-i-tee/ [noun] – difference or inequality, especially those related to unfairness There are significant disparities in education quality between urban and rural areas. affluent /AF-loo-uhnt/ [adjective] – having a lot of money or wealth Affluent neighborhoods often have better access to quality healthcare. variant /VAIR-ee-uhnt / [noun] – a different form or version of something…
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NASA proposes cost-effective plan for Mars sample return

2025年1月14日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. retrieve /ri-TREEV/ [verb] – to find and bring back something Scientists are working on a method to retrieve satellite data more efficiently, reducing the time required for analysis. expedite /EK-spi-dahyt/ [verb] – to make a process happen faster or be accomplished more quickly We need to expedite the approval process to meet the project deadline. exorbitant /ig-ZAWR-bi-tuhnt/ [adjective] – unreasonably high (usually referring to cost or price) The hotel charged an exorbitant fee for parking overnight. halt /hawlt/ [verb] – to stop or bring something to a standstill The government halted the construction of the new…
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Freshwater biodiversity faces crisis and demands urgent conservation

2025年1月13日

freshwater

©Michel Roggo/Handout via REUTERS/File Photo Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. crustacean /kruh-STEY-shuhn/ [noun] – any of various types of animal that live in water and have a hard outer shell Crustaceans like lobsters are often found in deep ocean waters. peatland /PEET-land/ [noun] – an area of land consisting mainly of peat (a dark brown substance like soil that was formed by plants dying and becoming buried) Many rare plants and animals thrive in peatlands, making them ecologically significant. carbon sequestration /KAHR-buhn see-kwes-TREY-shuhn/ [noun phrase] – the process of capturing and storing carbon dioxide to prevent it from entering the atmosphere…
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Mass evacuations underway as devastating fire sweeps Hollywood Hills

2025年1月12日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. devastating /DEV-uh-stey-ting/ [adjective] – causing great damage or destruction The earthquake had a devastating effect on the city, leaving many homeless. erupt /ih-RUHPT/ [verb] – to suddenly and forcefully break out or occur A conflict erupted during the meeting, and everyone had to calm down. evacuation /ih-vak-yoo-EY-shuhn/ [noun] – the action of moving people from a dangerous place to The government issued an evacuation order for the entire town after the storm worsened. iconic /ahy-KON-ik/ [adjective] – widely recognized and well-established as a symbol or representation of something The Eiffel Tower is an iconic landmark of…
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Golden Globes 2025 celebrates Shogun and Hacks with historic wins

2025年1月11日

Shogun

©REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. prestigious /pre-STIJ-uhs/ [adjective] – having high status or respect He was invited to speak at a prestigious conference on environmental issues. persevere /pur-suh-VEER/ [verb] – to continue trying to do something despite difficulties She had to persevere through many challenges to finish the marathon. anthology /an-THOL-uh-jee/ [noun] – a collection of literary works, such as poems or stories The library has a large anthology of classic literature from the 19th century. acclaim /uh-KLEYM/ [noun] – praise or approval The movie received critical acclaim for its stunning visuals and storytelling. acquisition /ak-wuh-ZISH-uhn/ [noun] – the…
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Severe winter storm disrupts U.S. travel, brings freezing temperatures and snow

2025年1月10日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. hazardous /HAZ-er-duhs/ [adjective] – dangerous or risky, especially to health or safety Be careful when walking on icy roads, as they can be hazardous. disrupt /dis-RUHPT/ [verb] – to prevent something from continuing in its usual way by causing problems The loud construction noise disrupted the class during the important lecture. prioritize /prahy-AWR-i-tahyz/ [verb] – to decide which tasks or activities are most important and do them first You should prioritize your assignments to meet the deadlines without stress. intensify /in-TEN-suh-fahy/ [verb] – to become stronger or more extreme, or to make something do this The…
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Middle Jurassic footprints reveal insights in Oxfordshire quarry

2025年1月9日

Dino

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. intersect /in-ter-SEKT/ [verb] – to cross or pass through each other The paths of the two hikers intersected on the mountain trail, leading to a shared lookout point. vertebrate /VUR-tuh-brit/ [adjective] – having a spine (back bone) The vertebrate species in the ecosystem play important roles in maintaining its balance. paleontological /pey-lee-uhn-tol-LOJ-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – relating to the study of fossils or ancient life forms The museum hosted a paleontological exhibit on ancient sea creatures. meticulous /muh-TIK-yuh-luhs/ [adjective] – very careful and with great attention to every detail He conducted a meticulous review of the financial report….
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South Korean team develops robotic exoskeleton to aid paraplegic mobility

2025年1月8日

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©REUTERS/Sebin Choi Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. integrate /IN-ti-greyt/ [verb] – to combine or work together harmoniously The company integrates new technology into its products regularly. sideway /SAHYD-weyz/ [adverb] – in a direction that is to the left or right, not forward or backward She turned her head sideways to get a better view. paraplegia /par-uh-PLEE-jee-uh/ [noun] – loss of the ability to move or feel the legs and lower part of the body, usually because of a severe injury to the spine He developed paraplegia after the accident. autonomy /aw-TON-uh-mee/ [noun] – the ability to make independent decisions or actions…
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Smithfield Market faces uncertain future

2025年1月7日

Market

©REUTERS/Hannah McKay Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. throng /thrawng/ [noun] – a crowd or large group of people The museum’s opening day attracted a throng of art enthusiasts. allure /uh-LOOR/ [noun] – the quality of being attractive, interesting, or exciting Many are drawn to the allure of luxury living in the city. synonymous /si-NON-uh-muhs/ [adjective] – closely associated with or suggestive of something For many, Paris is synonymous with romance and elegance. embody /em-BOD-ee/ [verb] – to represent or express something in a tangible or visible form The statue embodies the ideals of freedom and democracy. tangible /TAN-juh-buhl/ [adjective] – something…
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