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Man turns Boeing 727 into unconventional home

2024年3月7日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. acre /EY-ker/ [noun] – a unit of area commonly used for measuring large plots of land, equal to 43,560 square feet The farmer proudly owned several acres of fertile land where he cultivated a variety of crops. distinctive /dih-STINGK-tiv/ [adjective] – characterized by its uniqueness and easy recognition; having a special quality that sets something apart Emily wore a distinctive hat adorned with colorful feathers, making her easy to spot in the crowded market. transformation /trans-fer-MEY-shuhn / [noun] – the process of changing in form or structure; a marked change in appearance or character The caterpillar’s…
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Doctor offers crucial tips for preventing food poisoning

2024年3月6日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. paramount /PAR-uh-mount/ [adjective] – more important than anything else In a crisis situation, the safety of the passengers is paramount. infectious /in-FEK-shuhs/ [adjective] – able to pass a disease from one person, animal, or plant to another The flu virus is highly infectious and can spread rapidly in close quarters. persist /per-SIST/ [verb] – to continue or endure over time without changing or improving Despite the treatment, the pain in her back persisted for weeks. kidney /KID-nee/ [noun] – vital organs responsible for filtering waste and excess substances from the blood He suffered from a kidney…
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NASA’s Perseverance rover finds ancient lake bed on Mars

2024年3月5日

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©REUTERS Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. revelation /rev-uh-LEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of making something known that was secret, or a fact that is made known The sudden revelation of the long-lost treasure map hidden in the old library thrilled the treasure hunters. journal /JUR-nl/ [noun] – a scholarly publication or periodical where academic research studies are published The researchers eagerly awaited the publication of their groundbreaking study in a prestigious scientific journal. deposit /dih-POZ-it/ [verb] – to have soil sediments laid down or settled by water After heavy rain, the river began to deposit layers of rich soil along its…
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Ancient people turns ancestor bones into tools, surprising study finds

2024年3月4日

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©J.C. Vera Rodríguez Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. modify /MOD-uh-fahy/ [verb] – to change something such as a plan, opinion, law, or way of behavior slightly, usually to improve it or make it more acceptable The architect needed to modify the building plans to meet the safety regulations. alteration /awl-tuh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – a change, usually a slight change, in the appearance, character, or structure of something The alteration in the company’s logo design gave it a fresh and modern look. scrape /skreyp/ [verb] – to remove an unwanted covering or a top layer from something, especially using a sharp edge or…
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Japan aims for lunar success with the ‘Moon Sniper’ landing mission

2024年3月4日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. resilient /ri-ZIL-yuhnt/ [adjective] – able to recover quickly from challenges or setbacks Despite facing financial difficulties, the company remained resilient and quickly adapted to the changing market demands. imminent /IM-uh-nuhnt / [adjective] – coming or likely to happen very soon The storm’s imminent arrival prompted residents to evacuate the coastal areas for safety. embody /em-BOD-ee/ [verb] – to represent a quality or an idea exactly The sculpture beautifully embodies the spirit of freedom and resilience. pinpoint /PIN-point/ [adjective] – very exact The detective used a pinpoint flashlight to carefully examine the crime scene, illuminating small details…
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Urging countries to curb factory farming for climate goals

2024年3月3日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. urge /urj/ [verb] – to strongly advise or try to persuade someone to do a particular thing I urge you to reconsider your decision. subsidy /SUHB-si-dee/ [noun] – money given as part of the cost of something, to help or encourage it to happen The government provides subsidies to support renewable energy initiatives. advocate /AD-vuh-keyt/ [verb] – to publicly support or suggest an idea, development, or way of doing something Environmentalists advocate for sustainable farming practices to protect ecosystems. quest /kwest/ [noun] – a dedicated effort or journey towards achieving a particular goal Their quest for…
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Amazon unveils the Trainium2 AI chip, intensifying competition with Microsoft in the cloud computing arena

2024年3月2日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. predecessor /PRED-uh-ses-er/ [noun] – someone who had a job or a position before someone else, or something that comes before another thing in time or in a series The new software version surpassed its predecessor in user interface design and functionality. dominance /DOM-uh-nuhns/ [noun] – the quality of being more important, strong, or successful than anything else of the same type The team aimed for market dominance by consistently delivering high-quality products. exemplify /ig-ZEM-pluh-fahy/ [verb] – to be or give a typical example of something The success story of the entrepreneur exemplifies dedication, innovation, and perseverance….
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Thai kids go digital with ‘Krathongs’ for Eco-friendly Loy Krathong Festival

2024年3月1日

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©AFP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. innovation /in-uh-VEY-shuhn / [noun] – a new idea or method The company’s success was fueled by constant innovation in its product development and marketing strategies. glow /gloh/ [noun] – continuous light and/or heat that is produced by something As the sun dipped below the horizon, the warm glow of the campfire created a cozy atmosphere around the campsite. initiative /ih-NISH-uh-tiv/ [noun] – a new plan or process to achieve something or solve a problem The community’s initiative to improve local parks led to the creation of beautiful green spaces for residents to enjoy. administration /ad-min-uh-STREY-shuhn/…
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Japan finds dangerous bird flu at farm, plans to cull 40,000 birds

2024年2月29日

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©Reuters Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. disclose /dih-SKLOHZ/ [verb] – to make something known publicly or to show something that was hidden The company has not yet disclosed the details of its new product. devise /dih-VAHYZ/ [verb] – to invent a plan, system, object, etc., usually using your intelligence or imagination The team will devise a plan to improve the project’s efficiency. curbing /KUR-bing / [gerund] – act of restraining, controlling, or limiting something Curbing the air pollution is the city’s ultimate goal. deceased /dih-SEEST/ [adjective] – an individual or organism that has recently died The deceased soldier will be honored…
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GM’s Cruise initiates limited restart of driverless robotaxis

2024年2月28日

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©REUTERS/Elijah Nouvelage Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. reliant /ri-LAHY-uhnt/ [adjective] – needing a particular thing or person in order to continue, to work correctly, or to succeed The smartphone industry is reliant on technological advancements to introduce innovative features in new models. hinder /HIN-der/ [verb] – to limit the ability of someone to do something, or to limit the development of something The heavy rainfall hindered our progress during the outdoor construction work. enhanced /uhn-HANST/ [adjective] – better than before The new software offers enhanced functionality, providing users with a better experience than before. implication /im-pli-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the effect that…
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