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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. mogul /MOH-guhl/ [noun] – a powerful or influential person in a specific field, especially in business or entertainment The movie mogul announced plans to produce a series of blockbuster films over the next five years. catapult /KAT-uh-puhlt/ [verb] – to quickly move someone or something to a higher level of success or importance The young singer’s viral video helped catapult her to international stardom almost overnight. stratospheric /stra-tuh-SFEH-ruhk/ [adjective] – extremely high or great The company’s stratospheric profits this quarter exceeded all expectations. prominence /PROM-uh-nuhns/ [noun] – the state of being important, well-known, or noticeable The…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. depiction /dih-PIK-shuhn/ [noun] – the way that something is represented or shown The artist’s depiction of the bustling city street captured both the chaos and beauty of urban life. prominent /PROM-uh-nuhnt/ [adjective] – very well known and important She has become a prominent figure in the field of environmental activism. overshadow /oh-ver-SHAD-oh/ [verb] – to cause someone or something to seem less important or less happy The achievements of the other team members were overshadowed by the captain’s outstanding performance, making their contributions seem less significant. spearhead /SPEER-hed/ [verb] – to lead something such as an…
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©20th Century Studios/Marvel Studios via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. stir up /stur uhp / [verb] – to cause excitement or agitation The politician’s speech stirred up strong emotions among the crowd. buzz /buhz / [noun] – excited or enthusiastic talk or gossip There was a buzz of excitement in the air as the concert date approached. debut /dey-BYOO/ [noun] – the first public appearance or performance of something The debut of the new smartphone model attracted a large crowd of eager customers to the store. portray /pawr-TREY/ [verb] – to represent or depict someone or something in a particular…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. hip-hop /HIP-hop / [noun] – a musical and cultural movement characterized by various elements such as rap, DJing, and breakdancing, often used for self-expression and social commentary Kids in the neighborhood enjoy practicing hip-hop dance moves at the community center. evolve /ih-VOLV / [verb] – to develop or change gradually over time Technology continues to evolve, offering new and improved gadgets every year. explicit /ik-SPLIS-it/ [adjective] – clearly expressed, leaving nothing implied; often used to describe content that is direct and straightforward, sometimes containing strong language or explicit details The teacher gave explicit instructions on how…
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©AP Photo/Kiichiro Sato, File Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. spark /spahrk/ [verb] – to cause something to start or develop, especially suddenly The teacher’s inspiring words sparked a newfound interest in science among her students. pioneer /pahy-uh-NEER/ [noun ] – a person who is one of the first people to do something Marie Curie was a pioneer in the field of radioactivity, paving the way for future generations of scientists thought-provoking /THAWT-proh-voh-king/ [adejctive] – making you think a lot about a subject The thought-provoking documentary challenged viewers to reconsider their opinions on climate change. resonate /REZ-uh-neyt/ [verb] – to have particular…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. exceed /ik-SEED/ [verb] – to be greater than a number or amount, or to go past an allowed limit The company’s sales exceeded expectations, reaching a new record in the fourth quarter. consensus /kuhn-SEN-suhs / [noun] – the average or general expectation or agreement among financial analysts or experts regarding a particular financial metric, such as per-share earnings The tech company’s quarterly profits of $1.90 per share fell short of consensus estimates by 5 cents, disappointing investors who were expecting stronger financial performance. revenue /REV-uhn-yoo/ [noun] – the income that a government or company receives regularly…
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©REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. reformed /ri-FAWRMD/ [adjective] – having been changed or improved for the better The town implemented reformed policies to address environmental concerns. ethical /ETH-i-kuhl / [adjective] – relating to beliefs about what is morally right and wrong The company made an ethical decision to prioritize sustainability over profit. voter /VOH-ter/ [noun] – a person who votes or who has a legal right to vote, especially in an election The citizens eagerly lined up, ready to exercise their rights as voters in the upcoming election. dispute /dih-SPYOOT/ [noun] – a disagreement or argument The neighbors settled…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. customizable /kuh-stuh-MAI-zuh-bl/ [adjective] – capable of being changed or adapted to meet individual needs or preferences The new smartphone allows users to create a customizable home screen with personalized widgets. stable /STEY-buhl/ [adjective] – firmly established; not likely to change, fail, or collapse After several updates, the software is now much more stable and doesn’t crash when handling large files, making it reliable for professional use. developer /dih-VEL-uh-per/ [noun] – a person or company that creates and improves products or software The app developer worked hard to fix any bugs and make the application user-friendly. live…
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©REUTERS/File Photo Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. legendary /LEJ-uhn-der-ee/ [adjective] – very famous and admired or spoken about The Beatles were a legendary band that revolutionized the music industry. revive /ri-VAHYV/ [verb] – to bring back or restore something that was once present or prominent After years of neglect, the local community worked together to revive the abandoned park, restoring its beauty and making it a vibrant gathering place for families once again. essence /ES-uhns/ [noun] – the fundamental nature or core quality that defines something The essence of a good story lies in its ability to captivate the audience’s emotions…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. allocate /AL-uh-keyt/ [verb] – to give something to someone as their share of a total amount, to use in a particular way The manager decided to allocate a larger budget to marketing efforts this year to enhance the company’s visibility. optimism /OP-tuh-miz-uhm/ [noun] – the quality of being full of hope and emphasizing the good parts of a situation, or a belief that something good will happen Despite the challenges, there is a prevailing sense of optimism among the team, believing that they can achieve their goals through hard work and dedication. entity /EN-ti-tee/ [noun] –…
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