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Exercise enhances brain health, but only with enough sleep

2023年10月22日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. subsequent /SUHB-si-kwuhnt/ [adjective] – happening after something else The student’s poor performance in the first exam had a subsequent impact on their overall grade for the course. guideline /GAHYD-lahyn/ [noun] – information intended to advise people on how something should be done or what something should be The travel agency gave us guidelines on what to pack and how to prepare for the trip. consistent /kuhn-SIS-tuhnt/ [adjective] – always behaving or happening in a similar, especially positive, way The athlete’s consistent training and healthy lifestyle contributed to their exceptional performance in the competition. mechanism /MEK-uh-niz-uhm/ [noun]…
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Heatwave impact – Summer’s new face

2023年10月21日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. unprecedented /uhn-PRES-i-den-tid/ [adjective] – never having happened or existed in the past The company achieved unprecedented success with its latest product launch, breaking all previous sales records. severity /suh-VER-i-tee/ [noun] – seriousness The severity of the storm led to widespread power outages and significant property damage. irreversible /ir-i-VUR-suh-buhl/ [adjective] – not possible to change; impossible to return to a previous condition The damage caused by the earthquake was irreversible, leaving the town in ruins and displacing its residents. swiftly /SWIFT-lee/ [adverb] – describes the manner or way in which an action is done, emphasizing speed or…
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Unleash your adventurous spirit in a remote Scottish archipelago

2023年10月20日

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©Nicola Colombo/Getty Images Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. faraway /FAHR-uh-WEY/ [adjective] – a long way away I love reading adventure stories that transport me to faraway lands filled with mystical creatures and ancient treasures. scatter /SKAT-er/ [verb] – The children gleefully scattered colorful confetti into the air, watching as it floated and spread in all directions, creating a vibrant and festive atmosphere. After the strong wind blew through the park, leaves were scattered everywhere, creating a colorful and vibrant carpet on the ground. untouched /uhn-TUHCHT/ [adjective] – not changed or spoiled in any way The ancient ruins of Machu Picchu have…
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AI transforms global waste management in response to crisis

2023年10月19日

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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 The government has implemented strict measures to combat the spread of the virus. strategically /struh-TEE-jik-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that relates to what an organization, country, etc. wants to achieve and how it plans actions and uses resources to do this The company strategically positioned its stores in high-traffic areas to maximize customer visibility and sales potential. sustainable /suh-STEY-nuh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to continue over a period of time The company’s commitment to sustainable practices includes using recycled materials…
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Mysteries of a newly found ancient city

2023年10月18日

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©ZRC SAZU Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. elaborate /ih-LAB-er-it/ [adjective] – containing a lot of careful detail or many detailed parts In order to better understand the complex historical event, the teacher provided an elaborate explanation using visuals and detailed examples, which helped the students grasp the topic more easily. pyramid /PIR-uh-mid / [noun] – a solid object with a square base and four triangular sides that form a point at the top During our trip to Egypt, we marveled at the grandeur of the ancient pyramids, colossal structures built by the pharaohs as tombs for their rulers, showcasing the remarkable…
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Meta’s Twitter rival ‘Threads’ gains massive popularity with ten million users

2023年10月17日

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©PBS News Hour Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. indulge /in-DUHLJ/ [verb] – to allow yourself or another person to have something enjoyable, especially more than is good for you After a week of strict dieting, she couldn’t resist indulging in a large slice of chocolate cake. excluding /uhk-SKLOO-duhng/ [preposition] – not including The party is open to all students, excluding those who have not registered in advance. integration /in-ti-GREY-shuhn/ [noun] – the action or process of combining two or more things in an effective way The company’s new software allows for seamless integration of different departments, improving overall efficiency and productivity….
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Unveiling the rediscovery of The Chocolate Islands

2023年10月16日

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©HBD Príncipe Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. heritage /HER-i-tij/ [noun] – features belonging to the culture of a particular society, such as traditions, languages, or buildings, that were created in the past and still have historical importance My family and I visited a historical museum to learn about our country’s rich heritage by exploring artifacts and discovering the traditions of our ancestors. legacy /LEG-uh-see/ [noun] – something that is a part of your history or that remains from an earlier time Despite facing numerous challenges, Martin Luther King Jr. left behind a powerful legacy of peaceful activism, inspiring future generations to…
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Berberine’s sudden fame raises safety issues

2023年10月15日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. regulate /REG-yuh-leyt/ [verb] – to control something, especially by making it work in a particular way The thermostat automatically regulates the temperature in the room to keep it at a comfortable level. spark / spahrk/ [verb] – to cause the start of something, especially an argument or fighting The new advertising campaign sparked interest in the product, resulting in a significant increase in sales. supplement /SUHP-luh-muhnt/ [noun] – a medicine that contains substances that you need to stay healthy in addition to what you get in your food The athlete incorporated protein supplements into his training…
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Mechanical ‘Monster Wolves’ roar to guard crops

2023年10月14日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. cunning /KUHN-ing/ [adjective] – having or showing skill in achieving one’s ends by deceit or evasion The cunning fox outsmarted the farmer by sneaking into the henhouse at night. sneak /sneek/ [verb] – to move quietly and secretly in order to avoid being noticed The cat tried to sneak up on the birds in the garden but was unsuccessful. emit /ih-MIT/ [verb] – to send out a beam, noise, smell, or gas The factory emits a lot of smoke, which is harmful to the environment. feast on /feest on/ [phrasal verb] – to eat a large…
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Can big tech access and monitor people’s messages?

2023年10月13日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. clash /klash/ [noun] – a fight or argument between people There was a clash between two colleagues over different opinions on how to approach the project. dispute /dih-SPYOOT/ [noun] – an argument or disagreement The neighbors are in a dispute over the ownership of the land, and they are seeking legal assistance to resolve the issue. core /kawr/ [noun] – the basic and most important part of something Good communication skills are at the core of building strong relationships and achieving success in professional endeavors. intensify /in-TEN-suh-fahy/ [verb] – to make something stronger or more extreme,…
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