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©REUTERS/Alfredo Galarza Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. drought /drout/ [noun] – a long period when there is little or no rain The region has been experiencing a severe drought, causing widespread crop failures. brink /bringk / [noun] – the edge of a steep place Standing on the brink, the adventurer marveled at the vast expanse below. accelerated /uhk-SEH-lr-ay-tuhd/ [adjective] – faster than usual The accelerated development of the software allowed the team to launch the product ahead of schedule. paramount /PAR-uh-mount/ [adjective] – more important than anything else, supreme Ensuring the safety of passengers is paramount for the airline industry. succumb…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. classify /KLAS-uh-fahy/ [adjective] – to categorize or group something based on certain characteristics or criteria, often to organize or understand it better The scientist classified the newly discovered species of butterfly based on its wing patterns and habitat preferences. unnoticed /uhn-NOW-tuhst/ [adjective] – not observed or perceived; not attracting attention The small, unnoticed changes in the environment can have a significant impact. underscore /UHN-der-skawr/ [verb] – to emphasize or highlight; to draw attention to The results of the experiment underscore the importance of conservation efforts. vulnerable /VUHL-ner-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – easily harmed or affected; open to attack…
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©REUTERS/Catarina Demony Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. astounding /uh-STOUN-ding / [adjective] – very surprising or shocking The magic trick left the audience in an astounding state of disbelief. comprehensive /kom-pri-HEN-siv/ [adjective] – complete and including everything that is necessary The comprehensive report covered every aspect of the research, leaving no detail unexamined. longevity /lon-JEV-i-tee/ [noun] – the long duration of something’s existence or life The Galapagos tortoise is known for its remarkable longevity, often living well beyond a century. outcome /OUT-kuhm/ [noun] – a result or effect of an action, situation, etc. The outcome of the negotiations was a mutually beneficial…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. permit /PUR-mit/ [noun] – an official document that allows you to do something or go somewhere He obtained a fishing permit to explore the protected wildlife area. allegedly /uh-LEJ-id-lee/ [adverb] – used when something is said to have been done but has not been proved The suspect allegedly stole the valuable artwork, but there is no concrete evidence to support the accusation. withdrawal /with-DRAW-uhl/ [noun] – the act or process of removing or taking back a significant portion of individuals from a particular location or activity The sudden withdrawal of financial support had a profound impact…
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©REUTERS/Jose Luis Gonzalez Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. dedicated /DED-i-key-tid/ [adjective] – committed, devoted, and loyal to a cause or purpose The dedicated team of volunteers worked tirelessly to clean up the beach every weekend. arid /AR-id/ [adjective] – having little or no rainfall; extremely dry or parched The arid desert landscape made it challenging for any vegetation to thrive. chilly /CHIL-ee/ [adjective] – unpleasantly cool or cold The chilly breeze prompted everyone to bundle up in warm jackets during the winter evening. meticulous /muh-TIK-yuh-luhs/ [adjective] – showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise. The artist took a meticulous…
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