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Tomatina festival paints Bunol red with tomato fun and global cheers

2024年9月1日

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©REUTERS/Eva Manez Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. chaotic /key-OT-ik/ [adjective] – very disorganized and noisy, with lots of activity happening all at once The market was chaotic during the holiday sales. retrieve /ri-TREEV/ [verb] – to get or bring something back from a place The dog ran to retrieve the ball from the yard. residue /REZ-i-doo/ [noun] – the remains of something after it has been removed or used There was a sticky residue left on the counter after the syrup spilled. spontaneous /spon-TEY-nee-uhs/ [adjective] – happening or done in a natural, often sudden way, without any planning or without being…
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116-year-old Japanese woman officially named world’s oldest living person by Guinness

2024年8月31日

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©(City of Ashiya via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. supercentenarian /soo-per-sen-tn-AIR-ee-uhn/ [noun] – a person who is 110 years old or more The research team is studying the health and lifestyle habits of supercentenarians around the world. extraordinary /ik-STRAWR-dn-er-ee/ [adjective] – very unusual, special, unexpected, or strange Her extraordinary talent in playing the piano was evident from a young age. garner /GAHR-ner/ [verb] – to gather or collect, especially something of value or interest The artist’s latest exhibition garnered widespread praise from critics and visitors alike. textile /TEKS-tahyl/ [adjective] – relating to fabric or cloth She wore a beautiful textile…
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Paris Paralympic opening ceremony set to challenge views on disabilities

2024年8月30日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. visually /VIZH-oo-uh-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that relates to seeing or sight The painting is visually appealing because of its bright colors. accessible /ak-SES-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – easy to reach, enter, or use The building is accessible to people with disabilities. spectator /SPEK-tey-ter/ [noun] – a person who watches something, such as a sport or performance The spectators cheered loudly during the soccer match. societal /suh-SAHY-i-tl/ [adjective] – relating to society or social relations The campaign addresses important societal issues like poverty and education. composition /kom-puh-ZISH-uhn/ [noun] – the way in which something is put together,…
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Amphibious car parade ends in Amsterdam due to new emission rules

2024年8月29日

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©REUTERS Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. vibrant /VAHY-bruhnt/ [adjective] – full of energy, life, or color; bright and lively The city’s vibrant nightlife attracts tourists from all over the world. amphibious /am-FIB-ee-uhs/ [adjective] – capable of functioning both on land and in water The military used amphibious vehicles to transport troops across the river. navigate /NAV-i-geyt/ [verb] – to direct the way that a vehicle, esp. a ship or aircraft will travel, or to find a direction across, along, or over an area of water or land The captain skillfully navigated the ship through the narrow channel. cumbersome /KUHM-ber-suhm/ [adjective] –…
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California launches $250 million initiative to support journalism and advance AI research

2024年8月28日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. unprecedented /uhn-PRES-i-den-tid/ [adjective] – never having happened or existed in the past The city faced unprecedented flooding, leaving residents in shock and in need of immediate help. bolster /BOHL-ster/ [verb] – to support or improve something or make it stronger The government introduced new policies to bolster economic growth. mandatory /MAN-duh-tawr-ee/ [adjective] – required by law or rule; compulsory Attendance at the safety meeting is mandatory for all employees. endorse /en-DAWRS/ [verb] – to publicly or officially say that you support or approve of something The famous athlete decided to endorse the new fitness brand. revitalization…
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Hong Kong welcomes birth of giant panda twins from oldest first-time mother

2024年8月27日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. hormonal /hawr-MOHN-l/ [adjective] – related to hormones, which are chemical substances in the body that regulate various functions She experienced hormonal changes during her pregnancy that affected her mood. diplomacy /dih-PLOH-muh-see/ [noun] – the practice of managing international relations, typically by a country’s representatives abroad Effective diplomacy often involves careful negotiation and building strong relationships between countries. stabilize /STEY-buh-lahyz/ [verb] – to make or become more stable or steady The technician worked to stabilize the fluctuating power supply to prevent damage to the equipment. commend /kuh-MEND/ [verb] – to formally praise someone or something The teacher…
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Shiveluch Volcano erupts after major quake

2024年8月26日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. peninsula /puh-NIN-suh-luh/ [noun] – a long, narrow piece of land that is surrounded by water on three sides The Florida peninsula is famous for its beautiful beaches and warm weather. aviation /ey-vee-EY-shuhn/ [noun] – refering to the activity of flying aircraft, or of designing, producing, and maintaining them He is studying aviation safety protocols to become a certified pilot. ash /ash/ [noun] – the soft gray powder that remains after something has been burned After the fire, the ground was covered in a thick layer of ash. volcanology /vol-kuh-NOL-uh-jee/ [noun] – the scientific study of volcanoes…
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Shiveluch Volcano erupts after major quake

2024年8月26日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. peninsula /puh-NIN-suh-luh/ [noun] – a long, narrow piece of land that is surrounded by water on three sides The Florida peninsula is famous for its beautiful beaches and warm weather. aviation /ey-vee-EY-shuhn/ [noun] – refers to the activity of flying aircraft or of designing, producing, and maintaining them He is studying aviation safety protocols to become a certified pilot. ash /ash/ [noun] – the soft gray powder that remains after something has been burned After the fire, the ground was covered in a thick layer of ash. volcanology /vol-kuh-NOL-uh-jee/ [noun] – the scientific study of volcanoes…
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Spanish laboratory fights dengue with mosquito sterilization initiative

2024年8月25日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. dengue /DENG-gey/ [noun] – a serious tropical disease that is caused by a virus carried by mosquitoes The health department issued warnings after an increase in dengue cases during the rainy season. sterilize /STER-uh-lahyz/ [verb] – to make something free from bacteria or other living microorganisms The surgical tools were carefully sterilized before the procedure. pupa /PYOO-puh/ [noun] – an insect in the stage of development after it has been a larva and before it becomes an adult, during which it is contained in and protected by a hard covering and does not move The caterpillar…
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Stonehenge’s altar stone traveled over 460 miles from Scotland, reveals new research

2024年8月24日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. enigmatic /en-ig-MAT-ik/ [adjective] – mysterious and impossible to understand completely The disappearance of the ancient city remains an enigmatic puzzle for historians. geological /jee-uh-LO-juh-kl/ [adjective] – related to the study of the earth’s physical structure and substance The geological survey revealed new information about the region’s mineral deposits. excavation /eks-kuh-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of digging up or uncovering artifacts or structures from the ground The team conducted excavations at the ancient site to uncover buried artifacts. sedimentary /sed-uh-MEN-tuh-ree/ [adjective] – relating to sedimentary rock, which is formed by the accumulation and compression of mineral and…
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