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Katseye’s world tour sells out after billboard and MTV success

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©Rebecca Cabage/Invision/AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. transformative /trans-FAWR-muh-tiv/ [adjective] – causing a major change to someone or something, especially in a way that improves it The internet had a transformative effect on global communication. emblematic /em-bluh-MAT-ik/ [adjective] – representing a particular person, group, or idea The dove is emblematic of peace. resonance /REZ-uh-nuhns/ [noun] – the quality of being loud, clear, and continuing for a long time; the power to bring strong feelings or memories The singer’s voice had resonance in the big hall. tenacity /tuh-NAS-i-tee/ [noun] – the determination to continue what you are doing His tenacity helped him…
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Katseye’s world tour sells out after billboard and MTV success

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©Rebecca Cabage/Invision/AP Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Have you ever watched a music show about singers? Yes or no? Do you know any music groups from different countries? Yes or no? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 prestigious /pre-STIJ-uhs/ [adjective] – having high status or respect The university is prestigious around the world. profound /pruh-FOUND/ [adjective] – felt or experienced strongly; showing deep meaning The book gave me a profound idea about life. influential /in-floo-EN-shuhl/ [adjective] – having the power to affect how others act or think The teacher is very influential in the…
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Katseye’s world tour sells out after billboard and MTV success

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©Rebecca Cabage/Invision/AP Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever watched a music show about singers? If so, what did you enjoy about it? If not, what show would you watch? Do you know any music groups from different countries? If so, which ones do you like? If not, what kind of group would you want to see? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. formidable /FAWR-mi-duh-buhl/ [adjective] – causing you to have fear or respect for something because it is large, powerful, or difficult The mountain looked formidable because it was very high and steep. unprecedented…
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Roblox game Grow a Garden surpasses Fortnite’s player record

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©(Janzen Madsen via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. concurrent /kuhn-KUR-uhnt/ [adjective] – happening or existing at the same time The conference had five concurrent workshops in different rooms. tranquil /TRANG-kwil/ [adjective] – calm and peaceful, without noise or disturbance She enjoyed the tranquil garden filled with blooming flowers. reminiscent /rem-uh-NIS-uhnt/ [adjective] – making someone remember something similar from the past The melody is reminiscent of songs from the early jazz era. obsolescence /ob-suh-LES-uhns/ [noun] – the state of being no longer used or no longer useful, usually because something newer or better has replaced it Many experts warn that failure…
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Roblox game Grow a Garden surpasses Fortnite’s player record

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©(Janzen Madsen via AP) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Have you ever played a game where you can grow plants? Do you enjoy playing games with friends? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 popular /POP-yuh-ler/ [adjective] – liked or enjoyed by many people Soccer is a popular sport in many countries. record /REK-erd/ [noun] – the best result or highest number ever achieved in something She set a new record for the fastest swim in the competition. calm /kahm/ [adjective] – peaceful and quiet, without noise or excitement The library has a calm atmosphere…
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Roblox game Grow a Garden surpasses Fortnite’s player record

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©(Janzen Madsen via AP) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What kind of game would you enjoy if you could design it yourself? What activities help you feel calm after a busy day? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. gameplay /GEYM-pley/ [noun] – the way in which a game is played, including rules, challenges, and player interaction The new racing game has exciting gameplay with fast cars and tricky tracks. setting /SET-ing/ [noun] – the place or environment where an activity or event happens The story takes place in a small village setting near the mountains. soundtrack…
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Renowned acrobat Red Panda fractures wrist during WNBA halftime performance in Minneapolis

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©AP Photo/Tyler Kaufman, File Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. distinguished /dih-STING-gwisht/ [adjective] – used to describe a person, especially an older person, who looks formal, stylish, or has an excellent reputation The chef is a distinguished guest at the food festival. artistry /AHR-ti-stree/ [noun] – great skill in creating or performing something, such as in painting, music, or dancing Her dancing showed amazing artistry on the stage. integrity /in-TEG-ri-tee/ [noun] – the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles The teacher is respected for her honesty and integrity. steadfast /STED-fast/ [adjective] – staying the same for a long time…
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