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Spanish laboratory fights dengue with mosquito sterilization initiative

2024年8月25日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. dengue /DENG-gey/ [noun] – a serious tropical disease that is caused by a virus carried by mosquitoes The health department issued warnings after an increase in dengue cases during the rainy season. sterilize /STER-uh-lahyz/ [verb] – to make something free from bacteria or other living microorganisms The surgical tools were carefully sterilized before the procedure. pupa /PYOO-puh/ [noun] – an insect in the stage of development after it has been a larva and before it becomes an adult, during which it is contained in and protected by a hard covering and does not move The caterpillar…
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Spanish laboratory fights dengue with mosquito sterilization initiative

2024年8月25日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What problems can climate change cause for health? Why do some places have more mosquito-borne diseases than others? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. spread /spred/ [noun] – the development or growth of something so that it covers a larger area or affects a larger number of people The rapid spread of the virus led to a significant increase in the number of cases across the region. regional /REE-juh-nl/ [adjective] – relating to a specific area or region The regional conference will bring together experts from various fields. large-scale /LAHRJ-SKEYL/ [adjective]…
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Traditional Ethiopian sauna therapy gains popularity among young city dwellers

2024年8月21日

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©REUTERS/Tiksa Negeri Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some common methods people use in your country to relieve muscle pain or skin issues? Do ancient practices still have relevance in modern society? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. treatment /TREET-muhnt/ [noun] – a process or action to improve a condition or solve a problem, especially related to health or beauty The doctor recommended a new treatment for her allergies. adjust /uh-JUHST/ [verb] – to change or modify slightly to achieve a desired fit, appearance, or result He adjusted the volume on…
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Traditional Ethiopian sauna therapy gains popularity among young city dwellers

2024年8月21日

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©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

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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

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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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