Tag Archive: Business & Economy – Expert

Baskin-Robbins undergoes major rebrand

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. branding /bran-DING/ [noun] – the act of giving a company a particular design or symbol in order to advertise its products and services I admire this company for its effective branding. spark /spahrk/ [verb] – to cause something to start or develop, especially suddenly This painting sparked happy memories in Laura. associate /uh-SOH-shee-eyt/ [verb] – to connect someone or something in your mind with someone or something else I associate tea with peace. tribute /TRIB-yoot/ [noun] – something that you say, write, or give that shows your respect and admiration for someone, especially on a formal…
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IKEA to pay customers to return old furniture

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. pilot /PAHY-luht / [adjective] – A pilot plan, product, or system is used to test how good something is before introducing it The four-day workweek pilot program started last Monday. modify /MOD-uh-fahy/ [verb] – to make changes to something such as a vehicle, machine, or tool, so that it can be used for a different purpose or in a different way I need to modify my kitchen cabinet. multimedia /muhl-tee-MEE-dee-uh/ [adjective] – using a combination of moving and still pictures, sound, music, and words, especially in computers or entertainment They are currently testing multimedia applications in…
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Ellesmere Port Plant to convert domestic garbage into aviation fuel

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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 Profits of more than $200 million have been disclosed by the corporation. collaboration /kuh-lab-uh-REY-shuhn / [noun] – the situation of two or more people working together to create or achieve the same thing The new airport is the result of a collaboration between two of the country’s greatest architects. burden /BUR-dn/ [noun] – something difficult or unpleasant that you have to deal with or worry about Young couples typically face a significant financial burden when purchasing a home. reliance /ri-LAHY-uhns/…
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Starbucks plans to phase out its disposable cups by 2025

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. ubiquitous /yoo-BIK-wi-tuhs/ [adjective] – seeming to be everywhere Apple products are ubiquitous in the city. throwaway /THROH-uh-wey/ [adjective] – made to be destroyed after use I don’t use throwaway containers as much as possible. sustainable /suh-STEY-nuh-buhl/ [adjective] – causing, or made in a way that causes, little or no damage to the environment and therefore able to continue for a long time The community leaders will be meeting to discuss sustainable solutions. put to the test /poot-too-thuh-test/ [idiom] – to find out how good something is His strength was put to the test during the competition….
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Wales to use electric buses to achieve zero-emission by 2035

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. fund /fuhnd/ [noun] – an amount of money saved, collected, or provided for a particular purpose The hospital has set up a separate fund to purchase new equipment. anomaly /uh-NOM-uh-lee/ [noun] – something that is unusual enough to be noticeable or seem strange The government examines tax returns using computers to look for anomalies that could indicate fraud. provision /pruh-VIZH-uhn/ [noun] – a statement within an agreement or a law that a particular thing must happen or be done, especially before another can happen or be done To protect foreign employees, we have included specific provisions…
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Sony and Honda team up to build and sell electric cars

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some popular Sony products in your country right now? How often do you receive car sales brochures/flyers? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. joint /joint/ [adjective] – belonging to or shared between two or more people This is a joint project between the university and the town hall. establish /ih-STAB-lish/ [verb] – to start a company or organization that will continue for a long time They will establish a new organization next year. agreement /uh-GREE-muhnt/ [noun] – a decision or arrangement, often formal and written, between two or more…
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Sony and Honda team up to build and sell electric cars

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. venture /VEN-cher/ [noun] – a new activity, usually in business, that involves risk or uncertainty He learned many things from a failed business venture last year. conglomerate /kuhn-GLOM-er-it/ [noun] – a company that owns several smaller businesses whose products or services are usually very different Mr. Kent was the head of this conglomerate for 15 years. well-positioned /wel-puh-zish-uhnd/ [adjective] – in a good situation to be able to do something The store is well-positioned to expand and introduce more products. redefine /ree-duh-FINE/ [verb] – to change the meaning of something or to make people think about…
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Climate change: Key crops need dramatic adjustments as the planet heats

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. substantially /suhb-STAN-shuh-lee/ [adverb] – to a large degree The new restrictions will substantially change how we conduct business. beverage /BEV-er-ij/ [noun] – a drink of any type Tea, coffee, and hot chocolate are examples of hot beverages. vulnerable /VUHL-ner-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to be easily physically or mentally hurt, influenced, or attacked The many problems that I have experienced made me feel vulnerable. suitability /SOO-tuh-bil-lih-ti/ [noun] – the fact of being acceptable or right for something or someone His suitability for the position was questioned. scenario /si-NAIR-ee-oh/ [noun] – a description of possible actions or events…
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Coca-Cola releases a new flavor inspired by space

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©Coca-cola via CNN Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. dash /dash/ [noun] – a small amount of something added to or mixed with something else Don’t forget to add a dash of salt to the salad. core /kawr/ [noun] – the basic and most important part of something Hunter is in charge of the family’s core business. shroud /shroud/ [verb] – to hide something by covering or surrounding it Their house was shrouded with darkness during the storm. reminiscent /rem-uh-NIS-uhnt / [adjective] – making you remember a particular person, event, or thing This song is so reminiscent of my teenage years. evoke…
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Justin Bieber’s Timbiebs donuts boost Tim Hortons sales

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. core /kawr/ [noun] – the basic and most important part of something It’s important to learn our company’s core values. enhance /en-HANS/ [verb] – the basic and most important part of something You need to enhance the quality of this digital painting. collaboration /kuh-lab-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – the situation of two or more people working together to create or achieve the same thing Mr. Lee and Ms. Nguyen are in collaboration with each other. unprecedented /uhn-PRES-i-den-tid/ [adjective] – never having happened or existed in the past The success of the new video game was unprecedented. initiative /ih-NISH-uh-tiv/…
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