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New rules for hiking Mount Fuji to protect environment and ensure safety

2024年6月4日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. authority /uh-THAWR-i-tee/ [noun] – a group of people with official responsibility for a particular area of activity: The local government’s authority includes overseeing public safety and managing infrastructure projects. encourage /en-KUR-ij/ [verb] – to give someone the courage or confidence to do something My teacher always encourages me to do my best in school. enhance /en-HANS/ [verb] – to improve the quality, amount, or strength of something Adding colorful illustrations can enhance the attractiveness of the book. littering /LIT-er-ing/ [noun] – the act of leaving rubbish in a public place Littering in the park is not…
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Majority of 2013-2022 films fail to acknowledge climate change

2024年6月3日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. acknowledge /ak-NOL-ij/ [verb] – to accept, admit, or recognize something, or the truth or existence of something She finally acknowledged her mistake and apologized. evaluate /ih-VAL-yoo-eyt/ [verb] – to judge or determine the significance, worth, or quality of something; assess Teachers evaluate students’ progress through various assessments. conscious /KON-shuhs/ [adjective] – aware of and responding to one’s surroundings; awake She became conscious of the noise outside and woke up. explicitly /ik-SPLIS-it-lee/ [adverb] – in a clear and detailed manner, leaving no room for confusion or doubt The instructions explicitly stated not to use a calculator. selection…
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Australia trials gene-edited wheat, aiming for higher yields

2024年6月2日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. alteration /awl-tuh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – a change, usually a slight change, in the appearance, character, or structure of something The alteration of the recipe resulted in a slightly richer flavor, pleasing everyone at the dinner table. robust /roh-BUHST/ [adjective] – (of a person, animal, or plant) strong and healthy, or (of food or drink) full of flavor The robust tomato plants in the greenhouse flourished despite the fluctuating temperatures, showcasing their resilience and health. spectrum /SPEK-truhm/ [noun] – a range or scope of something The new smartphone offers a wide spectrum of features, catering to various user…
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Toyota advances electric innovation with Hilux BEV testing in Thailand

2024年6月1日

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©REUTERS/Artorn Pookasook/File Photo Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. assess /uh-SES/ [verb] – to evaluate or estimate the nature, ability, or quality of something The teacher will assess the students’ understanding of the material through a series of quizzes and exams. account for /uh-KOUNT fawr/ [phrasal verb] – to form the total of something Renewable energy sources now account for nearly 30% of the world’s total electricity production. summit /SUHM-it/ [noun] – a formal meeting or conference, often involving leaders or experts from different areas or organizations, who come together to discuss important issues, make decisions, or exchange information The climate change…
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Controversy surrounds barrier blocking Mt. Fuji view amid tourist influx

2024年5月31日

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©REUTERS/Kim Kyung-Hoon Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. majestic /muh-JES-tik/ [adjective] – grand or impressive in beauty and scale The majestic building was so tall and beautiful that everyone stopped to look at it. hazard /HAZ-erd/ [noun] – something that is dangerous and likely to cause damage The broken glass on the sidewalk presented a hazard to pedestrians, as it was sharp and could cause injury if stepped on. depreciation /dih-pree-shee-EY-shuhn/ [noun] – the amount by which a currency loses value in comparison with other currencies Due to the rapid depreciation of the local currency, imported goods became much more costly, affecting…
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Rare hoodwinker sunfish found stranded on Southern California beach, sparks international scientific collaboration

2024年5月30日

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©Thomas Turner, UC Santa Barbara via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. ashore /uh-SHAWR/ [adverb] – towards or onto land from the water The boat came ashore after the storm. hemisphere /HEM-i-sfeer / [noun] – one half of the earth, divided by the equator The Northern Hemisphere experiences winter in December. notify /NOH-tuh-fahy/ [verb] – to tell someone officially about something Please notify me if you will be late. associate /uh-SOH-shee-eyt/ [adjective] – used in the title of a person whose rank is slightly lower or less complete than the full official position described She was recently promoted to associate manager…
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Forecasters predict quieter hurricane season for Hawaii amidst El Nino to La Nina shift

2024年5月29日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. forecaster /FOR-ka-str/ [noun] – someone who predicts or forecasts future events or trends, especially weather The forecaster said it would rain tomorrow, so I’m bringing my umbrella. season /SEE-zuhn / [noun] – a period of the year characterized by particular weather conditions or activities My favorite season is winter because I love building snowmen. Pacific /puh-SIF-ik/ [adjective] – belonging to or relating to the Pacific Ocean The Pacific Ocean is vast and teeming with diverse marine life, making it a popular destination for scuba divers and marine biologists alike. hurricane /HUR-i-keyn/ [noun] – a violent storm…
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Kirin’s electric spoon transitions from Ig Nobel to dining tables

2024年5月28日

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©REUTERS/Tom Bateman/File Photo Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. revolutionize /rev-uh-LOO-shuh-nahyz/ [verb] – to completely change something so that it is much better Smartphones have revolutionized communication, making it easier and faster to connect with people around the world. sodium /SOH-dee-uhm / [noun] – sodium chloride, commonly known as table salt, which is often added to food to enhance flavor Excessive sodium intake can contribute to health issues like high blood pressure and heart disease. prevalent /PREV-uh-luhnt / [adjective] – existing very commonly or happening often Smartphones are prevalent in modern society, as most people use them for daily communication and information….
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Sun unleashes strongest flare in nearly two decades amid unusual solar activity

2024年5月27日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. decade /DEK-eyd/ [noun] – a period of ten years The school has been open for a decade. erupt /ih-RUHPT / [verb] – to explode or burst out suddenly The volcano can erupt at any time. rotate /roh-TEYT/ [verb] – to turn or spin around a central point The Earth will rotate once every 24 hours. radiation /rey-dee-EY-shuhn/ [noun] – energy that comes from a source and travels through space and may be able to penetrate various materials The sun gives off radiation that we can feel as heat. sequence /SEE-kwuhns/ [noun] – a series of related…
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Solar storm unleashes dazzling Northern Lights display across Northern Hemisphere

2024年5月26日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. phenomenon /fi-NOM-uh-non/ [noun] – a fact or event that can be observed and studied The appearance of the Northern Lights is a natural phenomenon. intense /in-TENS/ [adjective] – extreme in degree; very strong or severe The storm caused intense excitement among skywatchers. transmission /trans-MISH-uhn/ [noun] – the process of sending or passing something from one person, place, or thing to another The transmission of solar energy through space powers the Northern Lights. similarly /SIM-uh-ler-lee/ [adverb] – in a similar way or manner Similarly, the solar storm of 2003 caused widespread disruptions. observer /uhb-ZUR-ver/ [noun] – someone…
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