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Antarctic krill fishing nears seasonal limit, raising climate and wildlife concerns

2025年9月14日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. bulwark /BOOL-werk/ [noun] – a strong defense or protection Forests act as a bulwark against climate change by absorbing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. precipitous /pri-SIP-i-tuhs/ [adjective] – very fast or sudden The team faced a precipitous fall in sales last year. contentious /kuhn-TEN-shuhs/ [adjective] – causing or likely to cause disagreement The contentious meeting ended without a clear decision. multilateral /muhl-ti-LAT-er-uhl/ [adjective] – involving more than two groups or countries Nations signed a multilateral agreement on climate change. imperative /im-PER-uh-tiv/ [adjective] – extremely important or urgent It is imperative to save money for emergencies. Article…
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Library book returned to San Antonio after 82 years

2025年9月13日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. resonance /REZ-uh-nuhns/ [noun] – the quality of being special and important and of continuing to influence people for a long time The old story still has resonance with young readers today. tenacity /tuh-NAS-i-tee/ [noun] – the determination to continue what you are doing His tenacity helped him finish the project despite many problems. gravitas /GRAVi-tahs/ [noun] – seriousness, dignity, or weight that makes a person, idea, or thing important and respected The teacher spoke with a gravitas that made students listen carefully. fortuity /fawr-TOO-i-tee/ [noun] – chance or luck, especially a lucky chance By fortuity, she…
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Vermont’s Dog Mountain marks 25 years of tribute to animals through art and nature

2025年9月12日

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©(AP Photo/Amanda Swinhart) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. companionship /kuhm-PAN-yuhn-ship/ [noun] – the close friendship or company of another person or animal Many elderly people enjoy the companionship of their neighbors during afternoon walks. converge /kuhn-VURJ/ [verb] – to come together and meet in the same place or combine into one At the festival, music, dance, and food converge to create a joyful atmosphere. devotion /dih-VOH-shuhn/ [noun] – strong love, loyalty, or commitment to someone or something The nurse showed great devotion to caring for her patients during the crisis. pilgrimage /PIL-gruh-mij/ [noun] – a journey to a special or holy…
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Global talks on plastic pollution end without agreement

2025年9月11日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. delegate /DEL-i-git/ [noun] – a person chosen or elected to represent a group, especially at a meeting or conference Delegates from different schools met to discuss a new sports competition. stability /stuh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the condition of being steady, secure, or not easily changed The company worked hard to keep financial stability during the economic crisis. reform /ri-FAWRM/ [noun] – a change made to improve a system, law, or organization The government introduced education reforms to improve teaching quality. emission /ih-MISH-uhn/ [noun] – a gas or substance released into the air, often harmful to the environment…
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U.S. health experts urge consistent sleep routines ahead of new school year

2025年9月10日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. erratic /ih-RAT-ik/ [adjective] – not regular, certain, or expected His driving became erratic after the sudden rainstorm began. paramount /PAR-uh-mount/ [adjective] – more important than anything else Safety is paramount in any construction project. logistical /luh-JI-stuh-kl/ [adjective] – relating to the careful organization of a complicated activity The event faced logistical problems due to bad weather. indisputable /in-di-SPYOO-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – true, and impossible to doubt The evidence was indisputable and proved the suspect’s guilt. steadfast /STED-fast/ [adjective] – staying the same for a long time and not changing quickly He remained steadfast in his beliefs despite…
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Canada wildfires prompt U.S. lawmakers to urge stronger forest management

2025年9月9日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. untenable /uhn-TEN-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – impossible to continue, defend, or justify The rising sea levels made living on the island untenable. transnational /trans-NASH-uh-nl/ [adjective] – involving more than one country The company formed a transnational team to manage the new project. concerted /kuhn-SUR-tid/ [adjective] – planned or done together for a shared purpose The rescue required a concerted effort from many volunteers. prolonged /pruh-LAWNGD/ [adjective] – continuing for a long time The country suffered from prolonged dry weather in summer. intractable /in-TRAK-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – very difficult or impossible to deal with The traffic problem in the city…
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Early humans at the Nyayanga site show selective toolmaking behavior

2025年9月8日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. assumption /uh-SUHMP-shuhn/ [noun] – a belief or idea that is accepted as true without proof The teacher’s assumption that all students had read the book was incorrect. indication /in-di-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a sign or piece of evidence that shows something is true or likely The doctor said the results showed no indication of serious illness. sophistication /suh-fis-ti-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the quality of being advanced, complex, or showing a high level of knowledge and skill The new smartphone showed great sophistication in its design and features. aptitude /AP-ti-tood/ [noun] – a natural ability or skill to do…
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Y2K fashion trends make a strong comeback worldwide

2025年9月7日

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©(Nicky Andrews via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. revival /ri-VAHY-vuhl/ [noun] – the act of becoming active, popular, or important again The revival of traditional dances brought excitement to the cultural festival. momentum /moh-MEN-tuhm/ [noun] – the force or speed of movement that keeps something growing or developing The campaign gained momentum after more people joined the protest. aesthetic /es-THET-ik/ [noun] – a set of ideas about beauty or style in art, fashion, or design The minimalist aesthetic of the new café attracted many young visitors. vintage /VIN-tij/ [adjective] – old, high-quality, and often valuable; from the past She wore…
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Roblox game Grow a Garden surpasses Fortnite’s player record

2025年9月6日

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©(Janzen Madsen via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. concurrent /kuhn-KUR-uhnt/ [adjective] – happening or existing at the same time The conference had five concurrent workshops in different rooms. tranquil /TRANG-kwil/ [adjective] – calm and peaceful, without noise or disturbance She enjoyed the tranquil garden filled with blooming flowers. reminiscent /rem-uh-NIS-uhnt/ [adjective] – making someone remember something similar from the past The melody is reminiscent of songs from the early jazz era. obsolescence /ob-suh-LES-uhns/ [noun] – the state of being no longer used or no longer useful, usually because something newer or better has replaced it Many experts warn that failure…
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Study highlights gaps in public awareness of effective climate actions

2025年9月5日

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©AP Photo/Noah Berger, File Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. disproportionate /dis-pruh-PAWR-shuh-nit/ [adjective] – too large or too small in comparison to something else, or not deserving its importance or influence The punishment was disproportionate to the small mistake he made. predominantly /pruh-DAA-muh-nuhnt-lee/ [adverb] – mostly or mainly The town is predominantly known for its fishing industry. tangible /TAN-juh-buhl/ [adjective] – real and not imaginary; able to be shown, touched, or experienced The museum displayed tangible evidence of ancient life. efficacious /ef-i-KEY-shuhs/ [adjective] – able to produce the intended result The new medicine proved efficacious in treating the disease. participant /pahr-TIS-uh-puhnt/ [noun]…
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