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NOAA predicts 60% likelihood of weak La Niña event this Autumn

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. likelihood /LAHYK-lee-hood/ [noun] – the chance that something will happen The likelihood of rain tomorrow is high, so take an umbrella. prolonged /pruh-LAWNGD/ [adjective] – continuing for a long time or longer than usual The prolonged meeting left everyone feeling exhausted and uninterested in the topic. recurrent /ri-KUR-uhnt/ [adjective] – happening repeatedly over a period of time The recurrent symptoms indicated that she needed to see a doctor again. intensify /in-TEN-suh-fahy/ [verb] – to increase in degree or strength The coach decided to intensify training sessions to prepare the team for the competition. ambiguous /am-BIG-yoo-uhs/ [adjective]…
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Astronomers trace the origins of meteorites that have hit Earth

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. catastrophic /kat-uh-STROF-ik/ [adjective] – causing sudden and very great harm or destruction The earthquake had catastrophic effects on the city, destroying many buildings. asteroid /AS-tuh-roid/ [noun] – one of many large rocks that circle the sun Scientists discovered a new asteroid that could potentially pass close to Earth. simulation /sim-yuh-LEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a model of a set of problems or events that can be used to teach someone how to do something, or the process of making such a model The researchers used computer simulations to predict climate changes over the next century. collision /kuh-LIZH-uhn/ [noun]…
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Abu Dhabi announces plans for second Sphere entertainment venue, following Las Vegas success

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©(AP Photo/Nick Didlick, File) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. signify /SIG-nuh-fahy/ [verb] – to be a sign of something; to indicate or represent something A red light can signify that a vehicle must stop at the intersection. remit /ri-MIT/ [verb] – to send money as payment; to refer a matter for consideration The company will remit payment to the supplier within thirty days of receiving the invoice. artistic /ahr-TIS-tik/ [adjective] – relating to art or creativity; showing skill in creating art The artistic design of the building attracted many visitors to the exhibition. differentiate /dif-uh-REN-shee-eyt/ [verb] – to recognize or ascertain…
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Scientists discover lunar cave near Apollo 11 landing site

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. sizable /SAHY-zuh-buhl/ [adjective] – fairly large; considerable in size The company made a sizable profit this year, allowing for employee bonuses. expedition /ek-spi-DISH-uhn/ [noun] – an organized journey or voyage for a specific purpose, often for exploration The scientists planned an expedition to the Arctic to study climate change effects. reinforcement /ree-in-FAWRS-muhnt/ [noun] – the action of strengthening or supporting something The teacher provided reinforcement through extra practice to help students understand the material. formation /fawr-MEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of creating or shaping something; a particular arrangement The formation of clouds indicated a change in…
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Research reveals extinction of 610 bird species and its causes

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. habitat /HAB-i-tat/ [noun] – the natural environment in which an animal or plant usually lives Polar bears rely on the Arctic ice as their natural habitat. frugivore /FROO-juh-vawr/ [noun] – animals that primarily eat fruit Many species of bats are frugivores, helping spread seeds by eating and discarding fruit. evolve /ih-VOLV/ [verb] – to develop or change gradually, often into a more complex or advanced form Birds are believed to have evolved from certain species of dinosaurs. predator /PRED-uh-ter/ [noun] – an animal that hunts, kills, and eats other animals In the ocean, sharks are some…
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Hurricane Helene devastates Tampa, Florida

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. submerged /suhb-MURJD/ [adjective] – to describe something that stays under the surface of the water The submerged ruins of the ancient city can only be seen during low tide. refuge /REF-yooj/ [noun] – a place of safety or shelter Many sought refuge in the mountains during the dangerous storm that hit the city. mobilize /MOH-buh-lahyz/ [verb] – to prepare and organize for active service or to move into action The community mobilized volunteers to help clean up after the flooding incident. integral /IN-ti-gruhl/ [adjective] – necessary to make a whole complete; essential or fundamental Teamwork is…
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NASA set to launch $5.2 billion Europa Clipper to investigate Jupiter’s moon for life-supporting conditions

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. prime /prahym/ [adjective] – main or most important; of the best quality The restaurant is known for serving prime steak, which is of excellent quality. aboard /uh-BAWRD/ [adverb] – on or onto a ship, aircraft, or other vehicles Once aboard, everyone settled in for the long flight. house /houz/ [verb] – to provide space for something; to give a home to something The building housed several offices and a large conference room. vent /vent/ [noun] – an opening that allows air, gas, or liquid to escape or enter The kitchen has a vent to let out…
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South Korea celebrates Han Kang’s historic Nobel Prize victory

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©REUTERS/Kim Soo-hyeon Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. soar /sawr/ [verb] – to rise very quickly to a high level The company’s stock prices soared after the successful product launch. deplete /dih-PLEET/ [verb] – to use up or reduce the amount of something The hikers quickly depleted their supply of water during the long trek. poignant /POIN-yuhnt/ [adjective] – causing a strong feeling of sadness or emotion The movie’s poignant ending left the audience in tears. acclaim /uh-KLYEM/ [noun] – public approval and praise The young pianist received widespread acclaim after her stunning performance at the concert. elevate /EL-uh-veyt/ [verb] – to…
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SpaceX marks breakthrough as Starship booster is captured by mechanical arms in landmark test flight

©Anadolu via Getty Images Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. accomplishment /uh-KOM-plish-muhnt/ [noun] – something that has been achieved successfully, especially after a lot of effort Winning the national championship was a remarkable accomplishment for the team. demonstrate /DEM-uhn-streyt/ [verb] – to show or make something clear The teacher used a video to demonstrate the importance of recycling to the students. pivotal /PIV-uh-tl/ [adjective] – central and important A pivotal scene in the movie changed the characters’ motivations dramatically. operational /op-uh-REY-shuh-nl/ [adjective] – if a system is operational, it is working The military base became operational after the completion of the training…
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Unprecedented rainfall transforms Sahara Desert

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. link /lingk/ [verb] – to make or show a connection between two or more things The scientist linked the study results to previous research on climate change. extratropical /EK-struh-TROP-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – relating to areas outside of the tropics Extratropical storms often occur in regions where cold and warm air meet. meteorologist /mee-tee-uh-ROL-uh-jist/ [noun] – a scientist who studies weather and atmospheric conditions The meteorologist predicted rain based on the latest satellite images. atmospheric /at-muhs-FER-ik/ [adjective] – relating to the atmosphere or the air surrounding the Earth The atmospheric pressure decreased as the storm approached the coastline….
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