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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. cultivation /kuhl-tuh-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of growing and taking care of plants or crops The school started a small garden to teach students about vegetable cultivation. aloha /uh-LOH-huh/ [noun] – a feeling of kindness, love, and welcome in Hawaiian culture Visitors often notice the spirit of aloha in the warm greetings of local residents. integral /IN-ti-gruhl/ [adjective] – necessary and important as part of something larger Teamwork is an integral part of completing large construction projects. tuberose /TOO-buh-rohz/ [noun] – a type of fragrant white flower often used in perfumes or decorations The hotel lobby…
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©AP Photo/Mengshin Lin Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. garland /GAR-luhnd/ [noun] – a circle or chain of flowers or leaves used for decoration The ceremony included a garland of fresh flowers. cultivation /kuhl-tuh-VAY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of growing plants for food or decoration The farm focuses on the cultivation of tropical flowers. regulation /reg-yuh-LAY-shuhn/ [noun] – an official rule that controls how something is done The government introduced a regulation to protect farmers. commercialization /kuh-MUR-shuh-luh-ZAY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of making something into a product to sell Commercialization changed how traditional crafts are produced. heritage /HER-i-tij/ [noun] – the traditions,…
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©AP Photo/Peter Dejong Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. scrutiny /SKROO-tuh-nee/ [noun] – careful and detailed examination of something The proposal faced intense scrutiny from international experts. unveil /uhn-VAYL/ [verb] – to show or introduce something new to the public for the first time The museum unveiled a rare sculpture during the ceremony. painstaking /PEYNZ-tey-king/ [adjective] – done with great care and attention to detail Scientists conducted painstaking research before publishing the results. anonymous /uh-NON-uh-muhs/ [adjective] – made or done by someone whose name is not known or not made public An anonymous donor funded the new library building. depict /dih-PIKT/ [verb]…
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©(AP Photo/Jack Dura) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. relevance /REL-uh-vuhns/ [noun] – the importance or connection of something to a situation or topic The relevance of public transport increased during the fuel shortage. authenticity /aw-then-TIS-i-tee/ [noun] – the quality of being real, original, or genuine Customers value the authenticity of handmade products at local markets. differentiate /dif-uh-REN-shee-eyt/ [verb] – to show or recognize how something is different from others The company uses design to differentiate its products from competitors. distinctive /dih-STINGK-tiv/ [adjective] – clearly different from others and easy to recognize The building has a distinctive shape that attracts visitors. coexist…
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©(AP Photo/Duke Monari) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. bouquet /boh-KEY/ [noun] – a group of flowers arranged together A small bouquet was placed on the table for decoration. pragmatic /prag-MAT-ik/ [adjective] – dealing with problems in a practical and realistic way A pragmatic plan helped the team finish the project early. constraint /kuhn-STREYNT/ [noun] – a limit or restriction that makes something difficult Budget constraints affected the size of the event. emblematic /em-bluh-MAT-ik/ [adjective] – clearly representing an idea or quality The building is emblematic of the city’s history. relevant /REL-uh-vuhnt/ [adjective] – closely connected to the topic or situation Only…
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©(AP Photo/Kristin M. Hall) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. archive /AHR-kahyv/ [noun] – a place where historical records are stored and kept safe The city keeps old maps in a public archive for researchers. correspondence /kawr-uh-SPON-duhns/ [noun] – written communication between people The company saved all email correspondence for legal reasons. segregation /seg-ri-GEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the separation of people into different groups, often by law or rule The law ended segregation in public transportation. comprehensive /kom-pri-HEN-siv/ [adjective] – complete and including many parts or details The report gives a comprehensive review of the safety rules. fragile /FRAJ-uhl/ [adjective] – easily broken…
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©(AP Photo/Alastair Grant) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. curator /kyoo-REY-ter/ [noun] – a person who manages and cares for a collection in a museum or library A curator checks each painting before it is displayed to the public. petition /puh-TISH-uhn/ [noun] – a formal written request to an authority A petition was signed to protect the old park from closing. poignant /POIN-yuhnt/ [adjective] – causing strong feelings of sadness or emotion A poignant story about family loss was shared in the news report. abdication /ab-di-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of giving up a position of power The sudden abdication surprised many…
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©Angie Moser/Voracious via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. deliberate /dih-LIB-er-it/ [adjective] – done intentionally and with careful thought The chef made a deliberate choice to highlight traditional greens. resurgence /ri-SUR-juhns/ [noun] – an increase after a period of little activity There has been a resurgence of interest in Southern cooking. instrumental /in-struh-MEN-tl/ [adjective] – very important in making something happen Food festivals were instrumental in promoting traditional dishes. noteworthy /NOHT-wur-thee/ [adjective] – deserving attention because of importance The chef’s influence is noteworthy across the industry. sustained /suh-STAYND/ [adjective] – continuing over a long time The movement shows sustained public interest…
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©(AP Photo/Andrew Medichini) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. livestreamed /LAHYV-streemd/ [adjective] – broadcast in real time over the internet The school offered a livestreamed graduation ceremony for families abroad. wearable /WAIR-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to be worn on the body The doctor tested a wearable device that tracks heart rate during exercise. fragile /FRAJ-uhl/ [adjective] – easily damaged or broken The bridge is fragile and requires careful inspection after storms. fresco /FRES-koh/ [noun] – a wall painting made on fresh plaster The museum restored a fresco found inside an old church. mosaic /moh-ZEY-ik/ [noun] – an artwork made from small pieces…
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©AP Photo/Leo Correa Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. systematic /sis-tuh-MAT-ik/ [adjective] – done according to a fixed plan or method The excavation followed a systematic research design. congruent /KONG-groo-uhnt/ [adjective] – consistent or matching with something else The findings were congruent with historical writings. sovereignty /SOV-rin-tee/ [noun] – supreme authority or power The palace symbolized political sovereignty. fortification /Pronunciation: /for-tuh-fi-KAY-shuhn// [noun] – Meaning: a defensive wall or structure The fortification protected the ancient city. unprecedented /uhn-PRES-i-den-tid/ [adjective] – never done or known before The length of the wall was unprecedented. Article Reading: Please read the whole article. Then, I will check…
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