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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. corona /kuh-ROH-nuh/ [noun] – the outer layer of the sun’s atmosphere, which is visible during a solar eclipse The bright corona of the sun was visible during the total solar eclipse. ejection /ih-JEK-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of something being thrown or pushed out forcefully The volcanic ejection of ash covered the nearby towns in minutes. elliptical /ih-LIP-ti-kuhl/ [adjective] – having an oval shape; elongated in a way that is curved The orbit of the comet is highly elliptical, taking it close to the sun. trajectory /truh-JEK-tuh-ree/ [noun] – the path followed by an object moving…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. condensation /kon-den-SEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process by which a gas turns into a liquid The condensation on the windows showed that it was much warmer inside than outside. parched /pahrcht/ [adjective] – extremely dry, especially due to heat or lack of moisture The parched fields desperately needed rain after weeks of drought. reservoir /REZ-er-vwahr/ [noun] – a natural or artificial place where a large quantity of water is stored or accumulated, particularly underground The underground reservoir holds enough water to support the town for several months. diverge /dih-VURJ/ [verb] – to develop in different directions or…
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©Louise Leakey via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. proximity /prok-SIM-i-tee/ [noun] – the state of being near in space or time The school’s proximity to the park makes it a popular spot for students. biomechanics /bahy-oh-mi-KAN-iks/ [noun] – the scientific study of the movement and structure of living things Biomechanics helps engineers design more efficient sports equipment for athletes. facilitate /fuh-SIL-i-teyt/ [verb] – to make something easier or possible New software was introduced to facilitate faster data processing in the office. transformation /trans-fer-MEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a complete change in form, appearance, or character The transformation of the old factory into…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. elusive /ih-LOO-siv/ [adjective] – difficult to describe, find, achieve, or remember The artist’s inspiration was elusive, making it hard for him to paint. unprecedented /uhn-PRES-i-den-tid/ [adjective] – never having happened or existed in the past The school implemented an unprecedented rule to address the increase in bullying. enigmatic /en-ig-MAT-ik/ [adjective] – mysterious and difficult to understand The old man’s enigmatic smile left the children wondering what he was thinking. meticulous /muh-TIK-yuh-luhs/ [adjective] – very careful and with great attention to every detail She was meticulous about organizing her notes before the exam. interdisciplinary /in-ter-DIS-uh-pluh-ner-ee/ [adjective] –…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. yield /yeeld/ [noun] – the amount of a product or crop produced The farmer’s yield of corn increased after using new irrigation methods. staple /STEY-puhl/ [noun] – a basic or essential food item that is regularly used Rice is a staple food in many Asian countries. accelerate /ak-SEL-uh-reyt/ [verb] – to cause something to happen more quickly or to increase the speed of a process The heavy rainfall accelerated the erosion of the soil. implication /im-pli-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a possible consequence or effect of the finding The study’s findings have serious implications for public health policies….
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