Tag Archive: Entertainment – Expert

©(AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez, file) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. momentum /moh-MEN-tuhm/ [noun] – the force that helps an activity or idea continue to grow or move forward The project gained momentum after several teams agreed to support the plan. convergence /kuhn-VUR-juhns/ [noun] – the act of different things coming together or becoming similar The convergence of education and technology changed the way students study. fatigue /fuh-TEEG/ [noun] – a state of feeling very tired after long effort or activity Long work hours can cause fatigue and reduce concentration. contemporary /kuhn-TEM-puh-rer-ee/ [adjective] – belonging to the present time Contemporary art often reflects…
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©Scott A Garfitt/Invision/AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. meticulous /muh-TIK-yuh-luhs/ [adjective] – very careful and giving great attention to detail The editor made a meticulous review of the final script before publication. integral /IN-ti-gruhl/ [adjective] – necessary and important as a part of something Public support became integral to the success of the campaign. extensive /ik-STEN-siv/ [adjective] – covering a large area or involving a lot of detail The company conducted extensive research before launching the product. precision /pri-SIZH-uhn/ [noun] – the quality of being exact and accurate The engineer worked with precision to avoid costly mistakes. dedication /dedication /ded-i-KEY-shuhn// [noun]…
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©Warner Bros. Pictures via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. robust /roh-BUHST/ [adjective] – strong and successful; showing great energy or strength The company reported robust profits after expanding overseas markets. promising /PROM-uh-sing/ [adjective] – howing signs of future success. The new technology produced promising results during early testing. polarize /POH-luh-rahyz/ [verb] – to cause people to have very different opinions about something The new policy may polarize voters before the election. uncertainty /uhn-SUR-tn-tee/ [noun] – a situation where something is not known or definite Economic uncertainty affected investor confidence this year. momentum /moh-MEN-tuhm/ [noun] – the force that keeps something…
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©AP Photo/Chris Pizzello Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. contemporary /kuhn-TEM-puh-rer-ee/ [adjective] – modern and relating to the present time The festival featured contemporary music from new artists. prominence /PROM-uh-nuhns/ [noun] – the state of being important or famous The singer gained prominence after the viral performance. esteemed /ih-STEEMD/ [adjective] – respected and admired The artist joined an esteemed group of past winners. momentum /moh-MEN-tuhm/ [noun] – the force that keeps something growing or moving quickly The tour created momentum for the new album. elevate /EL-uh-veyt/ [verb] – to raise or improve something The award helped elevate the artist’s career. Article Reading:…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. outsized /OWT-syzd/ [OWT-syzd] – much larger than expected The film delivered an outsized return compared with its production budget. continuity /kon-tuh-NOO-i-tee/ [noun] – The state of remaining consistent over time. Continuity between films helps audiences follow the story. deliberate /dih-LIB-er-it/ [adjective] – done with careful thought and intention The sequel approval was a deliberate studio decision. calibrated /KAL-uh-bray-tid/ [adjective] – carefully adjusted for accuracy or effect The studio used a calibrated release strategy. sustained /suh-STAYND/ [adjective] – continuing over a long period Sustained interest supported sequel development. Article Reading: Please read the whole article. Then, I…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. measured //MEH-zhurd// [adjective] – careful and controlled The company took a measured approach to expanding overseas. tempered /TEM-perd/ [adjective] – reduced in strength or intensity Expectations were tempered after mixed early reviews. enduring /en-DYUR-ing/ [adjective] – lasting for a long time The brand shows enduring popularity across generations. strategic /struh-TEE-jik/ [adjective] – planned to achieve a specific goal The release followed a strategic holiday schedule. pivotal /PIV-uh-tl/ [adjective] – extremely important Audience feedback will be pivotal for future films. Article Reading: Please read the whole article. Then, I will check your pronunciation and intonation. “Avatar: Fire…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. longevity /lon-JEV-i-tee/ [noun] – long existence or duration The album showed remarkable longevity in national sales charts. unprecedented /uhn-PRES-i-den-tid/ [adjective] – never done or known before The certification represented an unprecedented achievement. prominence /PROM-uh-nuhns/ [noun] – importance or visibility The record gained prominence in U.S. music history. methodology /meth-uh-DOL-uh-jee/ [noun] – system of methods used The RIAA updated its methodology for digital streaming. resilient /ri-ZIL-yuhnt/ [adjective] – able to recover or endure The catalog remained resilient despite market changes. Article Reading: Please read the whole article. Then, I will check your pronunciation and intonation. The Eagles’…
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©Photo by Matt Sayles/Invision/AP, File Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. historic /hi-STOR-ik/ [adjective] – important in history or likely to be remembered The decision marked a historic moment for broadcast television. multifaceted /muhl-tee-FAS-i-tid/ [adjective] – having many different aspects The agreement created a multifaceted partnership between companies. dominance /DOM-uh-nuhns/ [noun] – power or influence over others The platform’s dominance continues to grow among younger viewers. transition /tran-ZISH-uhn/ [noun] – a change from one state to another The industry is in transition as habits evolve. strategic /struh-TEE-jik/ [adjective] – carefully planned to achieve a goal Leaders made a strategic decision about distribution….
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©Heritage Auctions via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. chronicle /KRON-i-kuhl/ [noun] – a detailed written or visual record of events in the order they happened The documentary aimed to chronicle how early designs influenced the film’s marketing. paramount /PAIR-uh-mount/ [adjective] – more important than anything else; supreme Curators said the painting’s role in the campaign was paramount to shaping audience expectations. surge /surj/ [noun] – a sudden and strong increase The surge in bidding surprised auction analysts. derive /dih-RAHYV/ [verb] – to get or develop from something else Much of the painting’s value began to derive from its place in…
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