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Climate change threatens potato yields and global food security

2024年12月5日

Potato

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. yield /yeeld/ [noun] – the amount of a product or crop produced The farmer’s yield of corn increased after using new irrigation methods. staple /STEY-puhl/ [noun] – a basic or essential food item that is regularly used Rice is a staple food in many Asian countries. accelerate /ak-SEL-uh-reyt/ [verb] – to cause something to happen more quickly or to increase the speed of a process The heavy rainfall accelerated the erosion of the soil. implication /im-pli-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a possible consequence or effect of the finding The study’s findings have serious implications for public health policies….
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SpaceX advances Starship development with sixth test flight despite technical issues

2024年12月4日

BRIX IIMG (22)

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. significant /sig-NIF-i-kuhnt/ [adjective] – important or noticeable Winning the award was a significant achievement for her career. technical /TEK-ni-kuhl/ [adjective] – relating to the practical use of machines, methods, or science in industry The engineer solved the technical issue within a few hours. implement /IM-pluh-ment/ [verb] – to start using a plan or system The company will implement new guidelines next month. safety /SEYF-tee/ [noun] – the state of being safe or protected from harm or danger Wearing a helmet ensures your safety while riding a bicycle. commitment /kuh-MIT-muhnt/ [noun] – the state or quality of…
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Ban on social media for minors moves closer to reality in Australia

2024年12月3日

socmed

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. accountable /uh-KOUN-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – required to take responsibility for actions or decisions and explain them when necessary Companies must be accountable for the environmental impact of their operations. systemic /si-STEM-ik/ [adjective] – relating to or affecting an entire system, rather than just parts of it The company is addressing systemic problems in its supply chain. amendment /uh-MEND-muhnt/ [noun] – a change to a law, either one that has already been passed or one that is still being discussed The constitution was updated with several amendments last year. efficacy /EF-i-kuh-see/ [noun] – the ability of something to…
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Rare pudu fawn born in Argentina offers hope for species conservation

2024年12月2日

Pudu

©REUTERS/Alessia Maccioni Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. elusive /ih-LOO-siv/ [adjective] – difficult to find, catch, or achieve Birdwatchers traveled to the rainforest in hopes of spotting the elusive harpy eagle. vulnerability /vuhl-ner-uh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the quality or state of being exposed to harm, attack, or damage Habitat destruction has heightened the vulnerability of koalas to predators and environmental changes. herbivorous /hur-BIV-er-uhs/ [adjective] – (of an animal) eating plants Herbivorous animals like rabbits rely on grasses and leafy vegetables for sustenance. camouflage /KAM-uh-flahzh/ [verb] – to conceal or disguise The chameleon can camouflage itself by changing the color of its skin to…
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Walking clubs promote health and community connections

2024年12月1日

walking

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. scenic /SEE-nik/ [adjective] – having or allowing you to see beautiful natural features The mountain offers a scenic view of the valley below. chronic /KRON-ik/ [adjective] – (especially of a disease or something bad) continuing for a long time She suffers from chronic back pain that requires regular therapy. bolster /BOHL-ster/ [verb] – to strengthen or support Regular exercise bolsters your immune system and overall health. adverse /ad-VURS/ [adjective] – having a negative or harmful effect on something The project was delayed due to adverse weather conditions. traction /TRAK-shuhn/ [noun] – the extent to which a…
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Egg prices rise due to bird flu and holiday demand

2024年11月30日

Eggs

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. prolonged /pruh-LAWNGD/ [adjective] – continuing for a long time The prolonged drought has severely impacted the region’s agriculture. culling /KUHL-ing/ [noun] – the intentional killing animals to prevent the spread of a disease The culling of sick animals helped stop the disease from spreading. subsequent /SUHB-si-kwuhnt/ [adjective] – happening after something else The storm and the subsequent flooding caused significant damage to the village. exacerbate /ig-ZAS-er-beyt/ [verb] – to make a problem, bad situation, or negative feeling worse The heavy rainfall exacerbated the flooding in the low-lying areas. flock /flok/ [noun] – a group of birds…
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Disney’s “Moana 2” embarks on a new journey of legacy, friendship, and cultural discovery

2024年11月29日

Moana

©REUTERS/Marco Garcia Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. titular /TICH-uh-ler/ [adjective] – the character after whom the movie is named Harry Potter is the titular character in the popular book and movie series. demigod /DEM-ee-god/ [noun] – (in ancient stories) a being who is partly human and partly a god The villagers believed the mysterious warrior was a demigod sent to protect them. assemble /uh-SEM-buhl/ [verb] – to gather people or things together, often for a specific purpose He assembled a team of experts to work on the new project. milestone /MAHYL-stohn/ [noun] – a significant event or point in development or…
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Duct-taped banana artwork sets record with $6.2 million sale

2024年11月28日

Comedian

©REUTERS/Eva Marie Uzcategui/File Photo Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. cryptocurrency /KRIP-toh-kur-uhn-see/ [noun] – a digital currency produced by a public network, rather than any government, that uses cryptography to make sure payments are sent and received safely Many people invest in cryptocurrency as a form of digital asset. entrepreneur /ahn-truh-pruh-NUR/ [noun] – someone who starts their own business, especially when this involves seeing a new opportunity The young entrepreneur launched her first tech startup at the age of 21. deteriorate /dih-TEER-ee-uh-reyt/ [verb] – to become progressively worse in condition, quality, or value Without proper maintenance, the condition of the old house…
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Powerful “Bomb Cyclone” strikes West Coast, causing widespread damage and disruptions

2024年11月27日

BRIX IIMG (21)

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. forecast /FAWR-kast/ [noun] – a statement of what is judged likely to happen in the future, especially in connection with a particular situation, or the expected weather conditions The weather forecast predicted heavy snow for the weekend. trigger /TRIG-er/ [verb] – to cause something to start or happen The heavy rains triggered flash flooding in several towns. persist /per-SIST/ [verb] – to continue firmly in an action or course of action despite difficulty or opposition The storm conditions persisted through the night, causing widespread disruptions. vulnerability /vuhl-ner-uh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the state of being open to harm…
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Rare tropical cyclone cluster raises concerns about climate change’s impact on weather

2024年11月26日

typhoon

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. cluster /KLUHS-ter/ [noun] – a group of similar things that are close together, sometimes surrounding something The scientist observed a cluster of stars in the night sky. catastrophic /kat-uh-STROF-ik/ [adjective] – causing sudden and very great harm or destruction A volcanic eruption can have catastrophic effects on nearby towns. conducive /kuhn-DOO-siv/ [adjective] – making a situation or outcome more likely or possible A quiet environment is conducive to effective studying. anomaly /uh-NOM-uh-lee/ [noun] – something that deviates from what is standard, normal, or expected The sudden drop in temperature was an anomaly for the season. elucidate…
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