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“Squid Game” season 2 returns with new challenges and a quest for justice

2024年11月13日

Squid Game

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. acclaim /uh-KLEYM/ [noun] – public approval and praise The artist received widespread acclaim for her innovative sculpture. protagonist /proh-TAG-uh-nist/ [noun] – one of the main characters in a story or a play In the novel, the protagonist faces numerous challenges on their journey to self-discovery. dismantle /dis-MAN-tl/ [verb] – to take apart or break down something into pieces The new policy aims to dismantle the network of illegal operations that have been harming the environment. speculative /SPEK-yuh-luh-tiv/ [adjective] – based on conjecture or incomplete information Many investors were hesitant due to the speculative nature of the…
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Mexico City’s floating gardens face threats from urban growth

2024年11月12日

Chinampas

©(AP Photo/Felix Marquez) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. indigenous /in-DIJ-uh-nuhs/ [adjective] – used to refer to, or relating to, the people who originally lived in a place, rather than people who moved there from somewhere else The indigenous people of the area have rich traditions that are still practiced today. urbanization /ur-buh-nuh-ZEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of becoming more like a city The effects of urbanization can be seen in increased traffic and housing shortages. revitalize /ree-VAHYT-l-ahyz/ [verb] – to bring back to life or restore Efforts to revitalize the downtown area have resulted in new businesses opening. recreational /rek-ree-EY-shuh-nl/ [adjective]…
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Archaeologists unearth twelve sandstone statues at Angkor Thom in Cambodia

2024年11月11日

BRIX IIMG (15)

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. archaeologist /ahr-kee-OL-uh-jist/ [noun] – someone who studies ancient societies by examining their buildings, tools, and other artifacts The archaeologist discovered artifacts that revealed new insights into ancient trade routes. unearth /uhn-URTH/ [verb] – to find something that was buried or hidden by digging or searching for it They plan to unearth relics that may provide clues about early settlements. intricate /IN-tri-kit/ [adjective] – having many small parts arranged in a complex way; detailed and complicated The artist’s painting featured intricate patterns that captivated viewers. representative /rep-ri-ZEN-tuh-tiv/ [noun] – typical of a large group of people or…
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Apple introduces hearing aid feature in AirPods Pro 2

2024年11月10日

earpods

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. stigma /STIG-muh/ [noun] – a strong feeling of disapproval that most people in a society have about something, especially when this is unfair Wearing glasses used to carry a certain stigma, but now they are often seen as a fashion accessory. drawback /DRAW-bak/ [noun] – a disadvantage or the negative part of a situation One drawback of living in the city is the high cost of rent. isolation /ahy-suh-LEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the state of being separated from others The remote location of the village adds to its isolation from the outside world. amplify /AM-pluh-fahy/ [verb] –…
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Europe faces catastrophic flooding while the U.S. endures a flash drought amid extreme weather patterns linked to climate change

2024年11月9日

BRIX IIMG (12)

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. grapple /GRAP-uhl/ [verb] – to struggle with or try to overcome something difficult Students often grapple with complex math problems during exams. flash drought /flash drout/ [noun] – a rapid onset of drought conditions that can occur in a matter of weeks The region experienced a flash drought that severely affected local farms. irregularity /ih-reg-yuh-LAR-i-tee/ [noun] – the quality of being irregular; something that is not regular in form or pattern The irregularity in train schedules caused many passengers to miss their connections. gradient /GREY-dee-uhnt/ [noun] – a rate of inclination; a slope or a change…
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Christopher Reeve shows a hero’s true story

2024年11月8日

Superman

©REUTERS/Peter Cziborra/File Photo Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. quadriplegic /kwod-ruh-PLEE-jik/ [adjective] – paralyzed in all four limbs After the accident, he became quadriplegic and had to adapt to a new way of life. archival /ahr-KAHY-vuhl/ [adjective] – related to archives or historical records The researcher spent hours in the library reviewing archival materials for her thesis. nuanced /NOO-ahnst/ [adjective] – having subtle differences or details that make something more complex and interesting The author’s nuanced portrayal of the main character revealed her inner struggles and strengths. aftermath /AF-ter-math/ [noun] – the period that follows an unpleasant event or accident, and the…
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New York City launches “Living Breakwaters” project to protect coastline and restore marine ecosystems after Superstorm Sandy

2024年11月7日

reeef

©AP Photo/Ted Shaffrey Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. devastation /dev-uh-STEY-shuhn/ [noun] – great destruction or damage, often causing severe harm The wildfire left behind widespread devastation, impacting both the community and local wildlife. ecosystem /EE-koh-sis-tuhm/ [noun] – all living things in an area interacting with each other and their environment Pollution can severely disrupt a forest’s delicate ecosystem, affecting plants and animals alike. hybrid /HAHY-brid/ [adjective] – having a combination of elements This new car model is hybrid, combining electric and gasoline power for efficiency. revitalization /ree-vahyt-l-ahy-ZEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of bringing something back to a healthier or more active…
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Curfew aims to reduce overtourism in Seoul’s historic hanok village

2024年11月6日

hanok village

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. vastly /VAST-lee/ [adverb] – very much The city has vastly improved its public transportation system over the last decade. curtail /ker-TEYL/ [verb] – to reduce in extent or quantity; to impose a restriction on The company had to curtail its spending due to budget cuts. skeptical /SKEP-ti-kuhl/ [adjective] – not easily convinced; having doubts or reservations Many people are skeptical of claims made without scientific evidence. proliferation /pruh-lif-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – the fact of something increasing a lot and suddenly in number or amount The proliferation of online courses has changed the way people learn. hospitality /hos-pi-TAL-i-tee/…
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Joya-La Barreta Ecological Park in Querétaro becomes the first certified Urban Night Sky Reserve in Latin America

2024年11月5日

BRIX IIMG (11)

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. unobstructed /uh-nuhb-STRUHK-tuhd/ [adjective] – not blocked or obstructed; clear The hikers enjoyed an unobstructed view of the mountains during their trip. artificial /ahr-tuh-FISH-uhl/ [adjective] – made or produced by humans rather than occurring naturally Many people prefer artificial flowers because they require less maintenance than real ones. circadian rhythm /sur-Kay-dee-uhn rith-uhm/ [noun] – a natural, internal process that regulates the sleep-wake cycle and other biological processes Changes in light exposure can disrupt your circadian rhythm and affect your sleep quality. fragile /FRAJ-uhl/ [adjective] – easily broken or damaged; delicate The fragile glass vase shattered when it…
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Renowned author, unworried by AI, continues prolific writing career

2024年11月4日

writer

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. prolific /pruh-LIF-ik/ [adjective] – producing a lot of works, particularly in a creative context The prolific author released three novels in a single year, showcasing her remarkable talent. apprehensive /ap-ri-HEN-siv/ [adjective] – feeling worried about something that you are going to do or that is going to happen She felt apprehensive about starting her new job, unsure of what to expect. dystopian /duh-STOW-pee-uhn/ [adjective] – relating to an imagined society that is undesirable or frightening, often characterized by oppression and suffering The film depicted a dystopian future where technology controlled every aspect of life. sequel /SEE-kwuhl/…
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