Tag Archive: Health & Lifestyle – Expert

Careful inspection and repotting prevent pest infestations in houseplants

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. imperceptible /im-per-SEP-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – too small or slight to be noticed An imperceptible movement on the leaf can show early insect activity. eradication /ih-rad-i-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the complete removal of something harmful Early cleaning supports eradication of hidden insects in the soil. diatomaceous /dahy-uh-tuh-MEY-shuhs/ [adjective] – related to a powder made from tiny fossil shells Diatomaceous material is used to clean liquids in factories. viable /VAHY-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to work successfully or be effective Bottom watering remains a viable method for healthy plants. deterioration /dih-teer-ee-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of becoming worse in condition Moisture…
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People turn to old-fashioned writing to disconnect from digital life

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. resilient /ri-ZIL-yuhnt/ [adjective] – able to recover quickly from difficulty The small business stayed resilient despite changes in the market. vulnerability /vuhl-ner-uh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – a state of being open to emotional or physical harm Sharing personal stories can create a feeling of vulnerability. tactile /TAK-til/ [adjective] – related to the sense of touch Tactile learning tools help students stay focused in class. sustainable /suh-STEY-nuh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to continue for a long time without harm The company created a sustainable work schedule for employees. contemporary /kuhn-TEM-puh-rer-ee/ [adjective] – belonging to the present time Traditional music is…
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Food companies expand GLP-1-friendly meal options

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©(AP Photo/Dee-Ann Durbin) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. appetite /AP-i-tahyt/ [noun] – a natural desire to eat food After a long walk, the child had a strong appetite for dinner. digestion /dih-JES-chuhn/ [noun] – the process of breaking down food in the body Drinking enough water can support healthy digestion. prevalent /PREV-uh-luhnt/ [adjective] – common or happening often Online meetings became prevalent in many workplaces. scrutinize /SKROOT-n-ahyz/ [verb] – to examine something carefully Shoppers often scrutinize prices when buying electronics. implication /im-pli-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a possible effect or result of an action The rule change has an implication for employee schedules….
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Indoor herb gardening grows in popularity during winter months

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. dependence /dih-PEN-duhns/ [noun] – the state of relying on something for support or help The company reduced its dependence on foreign suppliers after building local factories. horticulture /HAWR-ti-kuhl-cher/ [noun] – the study or practice of growing plants The school introduced a horticulture program to teach students about plant care. optimize /OP-tuh-mahyz/ [verb] – to make something as effective or useful as possible Engineers redesigned the system to optimize energy use. drainage /DREY-nij/ [noun] – the process of removing excess water Poor drainage caused flooding after several days of heavy rain. sustainability /suh-stey-nuh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the ability…
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Regular home care helps reduce costs and health risks

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. stability /stuh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – a state of being steady and not likely to change Economic stability helps communities prepare for future challenges. residential /rez-i-DEN-shuhl/ [adjective] – related to places where people live Residential areas often have rules to reduce noise at night. thermostat /THUR-muh-stat/ [noun] – a device that controls temperature in a space A thermostat helps control temperature in office buildings. preventive /pri-VEN-tiv/ [adjective] – intended to stop a problem before it happens Preventive health checks can reduce future medical problems. consistent /kuhn-SIS-tuhnt/ [adjective] – happening regularly and in the same way Consistent study habits…
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Adult reading for pleasure continues to decline in the digital age

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. prevalent /PREV-uh-luhnt/ [adjective] – common and seen in many places or among many people Online shopping has become prevalent in many large cities. span /span/ [noun] – the length of time that something can last or be focused on The attention span of workers often changes during long meetings. lifelong /LAHYF-lawng/ [adjective] – continuing for the whole life of a person Language learning is a lifelong process for many professionals. frustration /fruh-STREY-shuhn/ [noun] – the feeling of being upset because something is difficult or unsuccessful Traffic delays can lead to frustration during daily commuting. convenience /kuhn-VEEN-yuhns/…
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New eyeglass lenses approved to slow childhood nearsightedness

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©(Luxottica via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. pediatric /pee-dee-A-trik/ [adjective] – related to the medical care of children The hospital opened a new pediatric clinic to treat young patients with asthma. progression /pruh-GRESH-uhn/ [noun] – the process of developing or moving forward over time Doctors monitored the progression of the illness during regular checkups. retinal /RET-n-uhl/ [adjective] – related to the retina of the eye Regular eye exams can help detect retinal problems at an early stage. glaucoma /glaw-KOH-muh/ [noun] – a serious eye disease that damages vision due to high pressure in the eye Early testing can help prevent…
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California issues warning after rise in wild mushroom poisonings

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. fatality /fey-TAL-i-tee/ [noun] – a death caused by an accident, disaster, or dangerous event The storm caused one fatality in a small coastal town. misidentification /mih-sy-den-tuh-fi-KAY-shun/ [noun] – the act of recognizing or naming something incorrectly A misidentification of chemicals in the lab led to a temporary safety alert. edible /ED-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – safe to eat The guide showed which plants in the forest were edible during the survival class. nausea /NAW-zee-uh/ [noun] – a feeling of sickness in the stomach The passenger felt nausea during the long boat ride across the lake. amatoxin /a-muh-TOK-sin/ [noun]…
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Experts warn of rising winter risks for pets as temperatures drop

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. hypothermia /hahy-puh-THUR-mee-uh/ [noun] – dangerously low body temperature Doctors warned that hypothermia could occur during long hikes in the mountains without proper clothing. preventive /pri-VEN-tiv/ [adjective] – intended to stop something from happening Travelers were advised to take preventive measures like using insect repellent to avoid mosquito bites. snowshoeing /SNOH-shoo-ing/ [noun] – walking over snow using special wide shoes Park rangers said that snowshoeing was safe on marked trails where avalanche risk was low. stimulate /STIM-yuh-leyt/ [verb] – to encourage activity or development Teachers introduced new reading materials to stimulate students’ interest in literature. fortify /FAWR-tuh-fahy/…
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Calisthenics gains momentum as experts highlight accessible, low-equipment fitness options

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. revitalize /ree-VAI-tuh-lahyz/ [verb] – to give new life, energy, or success to something The program aimed to revitalize public interest in simple fitness routines. contention /kuhn-TEN-shuhn/ [noun] – a belief or opinion that is argued or stated A major contention among experts was whether calisthenics could replace weighted training. amplify /AM-pluh-fahy/ [verb] – to increase the strength or effect of something Influencers helped amplify the visibility of calisthenics videos. calibrated /adjective/ [KAL-uh-bray-tuhd] – carefully adjusted for a particular purpose The trainer introduced calibrated increases in intensity for advanced students. provisional /pruh-VI-zhuhn-uhl/ [adjective] – for the present…
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