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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. concise /kuhn-SAHYS/ [adjective] – giving much information clearly and in a few words; brief but comprehensive Please keep your presentation concise, as we have limited time. versatile /VUR-suh-tl / [able to adapt or be adapted to many different functions or activities] – able to adapt or be adapted to many different functions or activities This tool is so versatile; it can be used for cooking, cleaning, and gardening. clarity /KLAIR-uh-tee/ [noun] – The quality of being easy to understand or see; clearness. The teacher explained the concept with great clarity. incorporate /in-KAWR-puh-reyt/ [verb] – to include…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. anticipation /an-tis-uh-PEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a feeling of excitement or expectation about something that is going to happen The students waited with anticipation for the results of their exam. predecessor /PRED-uh-ses-er/ [noun] – someone or something that comes before another in time or in a series of events The new smartphone model outperformed its predecessor in terms of battery life. ample /AM-puhl/ [adjective] – more than enough or sufficient; plenty of something The picnic basket was filled with ample food for everyone to enjoy. undergo /uhn-der-GOH/ [verb] – to experience or endure something, especially a process or…
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©JOE MCNALLY, NAT GEO IMAGE COLLECTION Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. genetic /juh-NET-ik/ [adjective] – belonging or relating to genes (parts of the DNA in cells) received by each animal or plant from its parents The researchers conducted a genetic analysis to trace the inherited traits within the family of plants and understand their unique characteristics. exhibit /ig-ZIB-it/ [verb] – to show something publicly The art gallery will exhibit a collection of impressionist paintings next month for art enthusiasts to appreciate. phenomenon /fi-NOM-uh-non/ [noun] – something that exists and can be seen, felt, tasted, etc., especially something unusual or interesting The…
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©Leon Neal/Getty Images/FILE Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. combat /kuhm-BAT/ [verb] – to try to stop something unpleasant or harmful from happening or increasing Despite their best efforts to combat the spread of the virus, the number of cases continued to rise. 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 Scientists have been working tirelessly to develop a vaccine for the new strain of the flu. underlying /UHN-der-lahy-ing/ [adjective] – real but not immediately obvious The underlying issue in the…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. miniature /MIN-ee-uh-cher/ [adjective] – used to describe something that is a very small copy of an object A meticulously preserved miniature seahorse fossil has been unveiled by researchers, a revelation that is poised to transform our comprehension of ancient coastal ecosystems. specimen /SPES-uh-muhn/ [noun] – something shown or examined as an example; a typical example The research highlights the significance of this tiny dinosaur specimen in expanding our understanding of the delicate dynamics within ancient ecosystems. prevailing /pri-VEY-ling/ [adjective] – existing in a particular place or at a particular time In contrast to the prevailing belief…
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