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U.S. health experts urge consistent sleep routines ahead of new school year

2025年9月10日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. erratic /ih-RAT-ik/ [adjective] – not regular, certain, or expected His driving became erratic after the sudden rainstorm began. paramount /PAR-uh-mount/ [adjective] – more important than anything else Safety is paramount in any construction project. logistical /luh-JI-stuh-kl/ [adjective] – relating to the careful organization of a complicated activity The event faced logistical problems due to bad weather. indisputable /in-di-SPYOO-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – true, and impossible to doubt The evidence was indisputable and proved the suspect’s guilt. steadfast /STED-fast/ [adjective] – staying the same for a long time and not changing quickly He remained steadfast in his beliefs despite…
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U.S. health experts urge consistent sleep routines ahead of new school year

2025年9月10日

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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。 Do you usually go to bed at the same time before school days and on weekends? Did you find it hard to sleep after the last long vacation? 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。 distorted /dih-STAWR-tid/ [adjective] – changed in a bad or irregular way His daily routine was distorted by too much screen time. harmonious /hahr-MOH-nee-uhs/ [adjective] – having parts that are related or combined well The group worked in a harmonious way. approachable /uh-PROH-chuh-buhl/ [adjective] – easier to deal with, less intimidating, and more comfortable The math…
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U.S. health experts urge consistent sleep routines ahead of new school year

2025年9月10日

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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What time do you usually go to bed before school days? Do you sometimes feel sleepy in class? If so, what usually makes you tired? If not, what helps you stay awake Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. disrupt /dis-RUHPT/ [verb] – to prevent something from continuing as usual or as expected The loud noise will disrupt the class. familiar /fuh-MIL-yer/ [adjective] – easy to recognize because of being seen, met, or heard before The place looks familiar to me. unquestionable /uhn-KWES-chuh-nuh-buhl/ [adjective] – certain; without a doubt The importance of…
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Gallup poll shows record decline in U.S. alcohol consumption amid rising health concerns

2025年9月4日

Alcohol

Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How can health information change the way people live? What might make someone decide to drink less of something? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. harmful /HAHRM-fuhl/ [adjective] – causing damage, injury, or bad effects Smoking is harmful to the lungs and heart. risky /RIS-kee/ [adjective] – involving a chance of danger, harm, or loss Climbing the mountain without safety gear is risky. update /uhp-DEYT/ [verb] – to change something so that it is more modern, accurate, or suitable for the present The school updated the rules to improve student safety….
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Gallup poll shows record decline in U.S. alcohol consumption amid rising health concerns

2025年9月4日

Alcohol

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 seen a health warning about alcohol? Do you think health messages can change people’s habits? 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。 amount /uh-MOUNT/ [noun] – a quantity of something She added a small amount of sugar to the coffee. believe /bih-LEEV/ [verb] – to think that something is true or real Many students believe that studying every day helps them learn faster. change /cheynj/ [verb] – to make or become different The school changed the lunch menu to offer healthier food. benefit /BEN-uh-fit/ [noun] – something…
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Gallup poll shows record decline in U.S. alcohol consumption amid rising health concerns

2025年9月4日

Alcohol

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. moderate /MOD-er-it/ [adjective] – average in amount, level, or degree; not extreme or excessive The chef used a moderate amount of salt to balance the flavors in the soup. perception /per-SEP-shuhn/ [noun] – the way something is understood, interpreted, or seen by people Her perception of the school improved after meeting the friendly teachers. adverse /ad-VURS/ [adjective] – having a harmful or negative effect The medication was stopped because of its adverse effects on the patient’s liver. consensus /kuhn-SEN-suhs/ [noun] – a general agreement among a group of people There was a consensus among the committee…
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CDC report highlights health risks of ultra-processed foods in U.S.

2025年8月24日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. hyperpalatable /hy-per-PA-luh-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – (of food) extremely tasty and hard to resist, often because of sugar, salt, or fat The snack was so hyperpalatable that it was hard to stop eating. catalyze /KA-tuh-lahyz/ [verb] – to cause or speed up a change or action The new program may catalyze a shift in eating habits. conscientious /kon-shee-EN-shuhs/ [adjective] – always doing work carefully and correctly He is very conscientious about choosing healthy food. transformative /trans-FOR-muh-tiv/ [adjective] – causing important and lasting change A balanced diet can have a transformative effect on health. uniform /YOO-nuh-fawrm/ [adjective] – the…
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CDC report highlights health risks of ultra-processed foods in U.S.

2025年8月24日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever tried frozen or ready-to-eat meals? If so, how often do you eat them? If not, what food do you usually eat? Do you usually check the labels when buying food? If so, what do you look for? If not, why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. ultra-processed /UHL-truh-proh-sest/ [adjective] – describes food made with many changes, including added sugar and chemicals Chips and candy are ultra-processed foods. additive /AD-i-tiv/ [noun] – substances added to food to improve taste, color, or life span Some foods have many additives…
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