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Traditional Ethiopian sauna therapy gains popularity among young city dwellers

2024年8月21日

Sauna Ethiopia

©REUTERS/Tiksa Negeri Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. traction /TRAK-shuhn/ [noun] – the support or attention gained by an idea, product, or service that helps it become more accepted or popular The new app gained traction after it was featured on a popular tech blog. fragrant /FREY-gruhnt/ [adjective] – with a pleasant smell The garden was filled with fragrant flowers that attracted many bees. ailment /EYL-muhnt/ [noun] – minor illnesses or physical conditions that cause discomfort or pain The doctor treated various ailments, including colds and headaches. discomfort /dis-KUHM-fert/ [noun] – a feeling of being uncomfortable physically or mentally, or something that…
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Traditional Ethiopian sauna therapy gains popularity among young city dwellers

2024年8月21日

Sauna Ethiopia

©REUTERS/Tiksa Negeri 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 people in your country use common methods to relieve muscle pain or skin issues? Can ancient practices still be important in today’s world? 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。 sauna /SAW-nuh/ [noun] – a small room, often with wood attached to the walls, that is heated to a high temperature, usually with steam After the workout, I relaxed in the sauna to help my muscles recover. twig /twig/ [noun] – a small, thin branch of a tree or bush, especially one removed from the tree or…
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U.S. government secures Medicare drug price cuts, savings uncertain for older Americans

2024年8月20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 governments want to make high-priced medications more affordable? Are there reasons that make it difficult for governments to lower medication costs? 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。 elderly /EL-der-lee/ [adjective] – describing people who are old, typically over the age of 65 The elderly man walked slowly with a cane. depend on /dɪ-PEND ɒn/ [phrasal verb] – to rely on or be influenced by something or someone I depend on my alarm clock to wake me up. unknown /uhn-NOHN/ [adjective] – not known or recognized; not familiar The…
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U.S. government secures Medicare drug price cuts, savings uncertain for older Americans

2024年8月20日

medications-257336_1280

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Why do you think governments want to make high-priced medications more affordable? What are some reasons that might make it difficult for governments to lower medication costs? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. insurance /in-SHOOR-uhns/ [noun] – a system where people pay regular amounts of money to get financial protection against possible future loss or damage She bought car insurance to protect against possible accidents. considerable /kuhn-SID-er-uh-buhl / [adjective] – large in size, amount, or degree He saved a considerable amount of money by shopping sales. savings /sey-vings/ [noun] – the…
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U.S. government secures Medicare drug price cuts, savings uncertain for older Americans

2024年8月20日

medications-257336_1280

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. medication /med-i-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a medicine, or a set of medicines, that is used to treat an illness or injury The doctor prescribed a new medication to help control her blood pressure. taxpayer /TAKS-pey-er/ [noun] – a person who pays taxes to the government As a taxpayer, she is concerned about how the government spends her money. deductible /dih-DUHK-tuh-buhl/ [noun] – an amount of money that you must pay before an insurance company will pay the rest of the cost After meeting her insurance deductible, she only had to pay a small copay for her surgery….
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Spicy ramen returns to Copenhagen after partial ban lifted by Danish authorities

2024年8月13日

Buldak

©REUTERS/Tom Little Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What might cause a government agency to decide to ban a food product? How does social media help promote and shape opinions about food products? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. contain /kuhn-TEYN/ [verb] – to have something inside or include something as a part The pizza contains a variety of fresh vegetables and cheese. vomiting /VOM-i-ting/ [noun] – the act of emptying the contents of the stomach through the mouth The medication can cause various side effects, including dizziness and vomiting. lift /lift/ [verb] – to remove or…
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Spicy ramen returns to Copenhagen after partial ban lifted by Danish authorities

2024年8月13日

Buldak

©REUTERS/Tom Little 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 like spicy food? Do spicy foods have any health benefits? 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。 ban /ban/ [verb] – to forbid (refuse to allow) something, especially officially The school banned the use of cell phones during class. ingredient /in-GREE-dee-uhnt/ [noun] – a food that is used with other foods in the preparation of a particular dish Sugar is a common ingredient in many desserts. harbor /HAHR-ber/ [noun] – a place on the coast where ships can dock, sheltered from rough waters The fishermen brought…
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Spicy ramen returns to Copenhagen after partial ban lifted by Danish authorities

2024年8月13日

Buldak

©REUTERS/Tom Little Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. fiery /FAHYUHR-ee/ [adjective] – having a strong, intense, or burning quality The chef prepared a fiery curry that left everyone reaching for water. intoxication /in-tok-si-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a state of poisoning or harmful effects on the body caused by consuming a substance in excessive amounts The patient’s symptoms of dizziness and confusion were signs of intoxication from ingesting toxic berries. deem /deem/ [verb] – to consider or to judge in a particular way The dish was deemed too salty by the taste testers, prompting the chef to adjust the seasoning. vulnerable /VUHL-ner-uh-buhl/ [adjective] –…
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