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©Johnny Stockshooter/Alamy Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. awe-inspiring /AW-in-spahyuhr-ing/ [adjective] – causing you to feel great respect or admiration The students stood in awe-inspiring silence as they gazed at the breathtaking sunset, painting the sky with vibrant hues of orange, pink, and gold. feat /feet/ [noun] – something difficult needing a lot of skill, strength, courage, etc. to achieve it The young gymnast’s graceful backflip was a remarkable feat that left the audience amazed and inspired. coral reef /KAWR-uhl reef/ [noun] – an area of coral, the top of which can sometimes be seen just above the ocean During their snorkeling…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. mortality /mawr-TAL-i-tee/ [noun] – the number of deaths within a particular society and within a particular period of time The heatwave in the ocean led to a high mortality rate among coral reefs, causing widespread damage to the marine ecosystem. coastline /KOHST-lahyn/ [noun] – the particular shape of the coast, especially as seen from above, from the sea, or on a map Tourists flock to the sandy beaches along the Mediterranean coastline every summer. intensify /in-TEN-suh-fahy/ [verb] – to become greater, more serious, or more extreme, or to make something do this The strong winds will…
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©ADB SEADS Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. vaccine /vak-SEEN/ [noun] – a substance that is put into the body of a person or animal to protect them from a disease by causing them to produce antibodies (proteins that fight diseases) The vaccine has proven to be highly effective in preventing the spread of the virus. outbreaks /OUT-breyk/ [noun] – a time when something suddenly begins, especially a disease or something else dangerous or unpleasant The sudden outbreak of a contagious illness in the community led to an increased number of people falling ill. severity /suh-VER-i-tee/ [noun] – seriousness The severity of…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. wisely /WAHYZ-lee/ [adverb] – showing good judgment Students should use their time wisely by prioritizing their studies and avoiding unnecessary distractions. scan /skan / [verb] – to look at something carefully, with the eyes or with a machine, in order to get information Before submitting your essay, make sure to scan it for any spelling or grammatical errors. distress /dih-STRES/ [noun] – a situation in which you are suffering or are in great danger and therefore in urgent need of help During a natural disaster, such as an earthquake, people may experience distress as they are…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. extinction /ik-STINGK-shuhn/ [noun] – a situation in which something no longer exists The hunting and illegal trade of wildlife are driving some species to the brink of potential extinction. elusive /ih-LOO-siv/ [adjective] – difficult to describe, find, achieve, or remember The elusive butterfly flitted from flower to flower, making it difficult to capture a clear photograph. stable /STEY-buhl/ [adjective] – firmly fixed or not likely to move or change The housing market has remained stable with balanced supply and demand. widespread /WAHYD-SPRED/ [adjective] – existing or happening in many places and/or among many people The flu…
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