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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

paraplegic

©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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FDA launches nationwide review of phenylephrine in over-the-counter decongestants

2025年1月6日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. reliance /ri-LAHY-uhns/ [reliance] – the state of depending on or trusting someone or something Many people have a strong reliance on their smartphones for daily tasks. efficacy /EF-i-kuh-see/ [noun] – the ability to produce a desired or intended result Researchers are studying the efficacy of the new vaccine in preventing disease. deliberative / dih-LIB-er-uh-tiv,/ [adjective] – involving careful thought or discussion before making a decision The committee held a deliberative meeting to discuss the proposed changes. autonomy /aw-TON-uh-mee/ [noun] – the right or condition of self-government; independence The region gained autonomy after decades of negotiations. undermine…
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Netflix makes historic NFL debut with global broadcast of Christmas Day games

2025年1月5日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. historic /hi-STAWR-ik/ [adjective] – important or likely to be important in history The astronaut’s first steps on the moon were a historic moment. electrify /ih-LEK-truh-fahy/ [verb] – to make someone feel very excited or energized The actor’s powerful speech electrified the audience at the awards ceremony. decisive /dih-SAHY-siv/ [adjective] – clear and conclusive, leaving no doubt about the outcome The team’s decisive goal in the final minutes secured their victory. innovative /IN-uh-vey-tiv/ [adjective] – using new methods or ideas The company launched an innovative app that connects people in rural areas. unparalleled /uhn-PAR-uh-leld/ [adjective] – having…
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FDA introduces stricter guidelines for ‘healthy’ food labels to improve public health

2025年1月4日

grocery

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. federal /FED-er-uhl/ [adjective] – relating to the central government of a country The federal government passed new laws to improve healthcare. dietary /DAHY-i-ter-ee/ [adjective] – relating to the diet or the food that a person or group eats The dietary habits of the population have changed over the years. chronic /KRON-ik/ [adjective] – (of a disease or condition) persisting for a long time or constantly recurring He suffers from chronic back pain. saturated /SACH-uh-rey-tid/ [adjective] – containing the highest possible amount of a substance, especially fat or oil Saturated fats are often found in processed foods….
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Pennsylvania’s Capitol maintains its timeless clocks

2025年1月3日

clock

©(AP Photo/Marc Levy) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. mantel /MAN-tl/ [noun] – a framework around a fireplace or a shelf above it She decorated the mantel with flowers for the holiday. stained /staynd/ [adjective] – something has been marked or colored by a substance The stained carpet had a large coffee mark in the middle. controversy /KON-truh-vur-see/ [noun] – a prolonged public disagreement or heated discussion The new policy caused a lot of controversy among the workers. conspiracy /kuhn-SPIR-uh-see/ [noun] – a secret plan by a group to do something unlawful or harmful The government investigated the conspiracy to overthrow the…
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New evidence challenges long-held beliefs about early human arrival in the Americas

2025年1月2日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. belief /bih-LEEF/ [noun] – a strong feeling that something is true or real Many people have the belief that the Earth is flat. evidence /EV-i-duhns/ [noun] – facts or signs that show something is true The police found evidence that proved the suspect was guilty. archaeological /ahr-kee-uh-LOJ-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – relating to the study of ancient cultures by examining artifacts, buildings, and other remains Archaeological digs help us learn about ancient civilizations. coexist /koh-ig-ZIST/ [verb] – to live together peacefully at the same time or place Different species can coexist in a healthy ecosystem. manipulate /muh-NIP-yuh-leyt/ [verb]…
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Mekong giant catfish shows signs of recovery after conservation efforts in Cambodia

2025年1月1日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. critically /KRIT-ik-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that is extremely important or serious The scientist examined the data critically before sharing it with the team. endangered /en-DEYN-jerd/ [adjective] – at risk of no longer existing, especially in the wild The park is home to several endangered animals, including rare birds and turtles. obstruct /uhb-STRUHKT/ [verb] – to block or prevent something from happening or progressing Fallen trees obstructed the path, making it difficult for hikers to pass. preservation /prez-er-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of protecting something from harm, loss, or destruction The preservation of old buildings…
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New species discovered in Peru’s Amazon highlight urgent need for conservation

2024年12月31日

Frog

©Conservation International/photo by Trond Larsen/Handout via REUTERS Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. partially /PAHR-shuh-lee/ [adverb] – not completely The instructions were partially completed, leaving some steps unclear. spiny /SPAHY-nee/ [adjective] – covered with spines He avoided touching the spiny sea urchin while snorkeling. amphibian /am-FIB-ee-uhn/ [noun] – an animal, such as a frog, that lives both on land and in water but must produce its eggs in water The pond is home to many amphibians, including frogs and salamanders. invaluable /in-VAL-yoo-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – extremely useful The map provided invaluable assistance during the hike. immense /ih-MENS/ [adjective] – extremely large in size…
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