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©AP Photo/Eugene Hoshiko, File Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. paradigm /PAIR-uh-dime/ [noun] – a typical example or model The project became a paradigm for international cooperation. multifaceted /muhl-tee-FAS-i-tid/ [adjective] – having many different aspects The writer maintained a multifaceted creative career. interplay /IN-ter-play/ [noun] – the way two things affect each other Critics noted the interplay between music and narrative. resonance /REZ-uh-nuhns/ [noun] – the ability to evoke shared meaning or emotion The story gained resonance with global readers. symbolic /sim-BOL-ik/ [adjective] – representing a larger idea The award held symbolic importance for writers. Article Reading: Please read the whole article….
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©(AP Photo/Eugene Hoshiko) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. inevitable /ih-NEV-uh-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – certain to happen and unable to be avoided Due to limited time, a final decision became inevitable for the project team. suitable /SOO-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – right or acceptable for a particular purpose or situation The company searched for a suitable location to open a new training center. alleviate /uh-LEE-vee-eyt/ [verb] – to make a problem or difficult situation less severe The city added more buses to alleviate traffic congestion during rush hour. commemorate /kuh-MEM-uh-reyt/ [verb] – to honor or remember an important event or achievement The school held a…
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©(Kyodo News via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. catchphrase /KATCH-frayz/ [noun] – a short and memorable phrase used by a person, group, or media that becomes widely recognized The company created a simple catchphrase to promote its new product. generate /JEN-uh-reyt/ [verb] – to produce or create something The report generated strong discussion among students during the meeting. enthusiasm /en-THOO-zee-az-uhm/ [noun] – strong interest or excitement about something The audience’s enthusiasm increased when the performers started the final song. distinctive /dih-STINGK-tiv/ [adjective] – having a special quality that makes something easy to recognize The artist’s distinctive style made the exhibit…
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©(AP Photo/Hiro Komae, File) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. scenario /si-NAIR-ee-oh/ [noun] – a possible situation or sequence of events that might happen Scientists prepared a scenario where rising sea levels would affect coastal towns. imminent /IM-uh-nuhnt/ [adjective] – about to happen very soon Dark clouds signaled the imminent arrival of a strong storm. apprehension /ap-ri-HEN-shuhn/ [noun] – worry or fear that something bad might happen Travelers showed apprehension about delays during the busy holiday season. portent /PAWR-tent/ [noun] – a sign or warning that something, often bad, is going to happen The unusual weather was viewed as a portent of…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. cultivated /KUHL-tuh-vey-tid/ [adjective] – grown with care or under special conditions The chef used cultivated mushrooms in the special dish. versatility /vur-suh-TIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the ability to be used in many different ways The chef praised the versatility of rice because it can be cooked in many styles. practitioner /prak-TISH-uh-ner/ [noun] – a person who regularly does or is skilled in a particular art, activity, or profession Medical practitioners discussed new treatments at the conference. commercialization /kuh-mur-shuhl-uh-ZEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of managing something so that it is produced and sold to make a profit The…
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©(Jia Haocheng/Pool Photo via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. reclaimed /ree-KLAYMD/ [adjective] – recovered land that was previously underwater or unusable The airport was built on a reclaimed area that used to be part of the sea. fragmentation /frag-muhn-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of breaking into smaller parts The fragmentation of the market made it hard for small businesses to compete. circumference /ser-KUHM-fer-uhns/ [noun] – the distance around the edge of a circle or round object The circumference of the stadium allows for a walking path all around it. expenditure /ik-SPEN-di-cher/ [noun] – the amount of money spent on something…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. persistent /per-SIS-tuhnt/ [adjective] – continuing to exist or happen, especially for longer than usual or desirable The persistent rain caused flooding in several areas of the city. dispute /dihs-PYOOT/ [noun] – a disagreement or argument between two or more people or groups The labor dispute between workers and the company lasted for several weeks. assert /uh-SURT/ [verb] – to state something in a strong and definite way She asserted her opinion confidently during the class discussion. resilient /ri-ZIL-yuhnt/ [adjective] – able to quickly recover from difficulties or adapt to change The city’s resilient economy recovered rapidly…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. multiple /MUHL-tuh-puhl/ [adjective] – more than one; several The company received multiple applications for the job opening. yeast /yeest/ [noun] – a type of fungus that is used in making alcoholic drinks such as beer and wine, and for making bread swell and become light Yeast is essential in the brewing process to create alcoholic beverages. ferment /fer-MENT/ [verb] – to undergo chemical change due to the action of yeast or bacteria, often in the production of alcohol or other fermented products The juice will ferment over several days to become wine. cocktail /KOK-teyl/ [noun] –…
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©REUTERS/Manami Yamada Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. degradation /deg-ruh-DEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process in which the beauty or quality of something is destroyed or spoiled The degradation of the forest was evident after years of illegal logging. pivotal /PIV-uh-tl/ [adjective] – very important or crucial in determining the outcome of something The scientist made a pivotal discovery that changed the course of the research. vibrant /VAHY-bruhnt/ [adjective] – energetic, exciting, and full of enthusiasm The market was filled with vibrant stalls offering fruits, spices, and crafts. aesthetic /es-THET-ik/ [noun] – the principles or appreciation of beauty and art The architect focused…
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©REUTERS/Willy Kurniawan Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. inventory /IN-vuhn-tawr-ee/ [noun] – a complete list of items such as goods in stock or resources available The store manager checked the inventories to ensure all products were accounted for. withstand /with-STAND/ [verb] – to resist or endure something successfully without giving in The building was designed to withstand powerful earthquakes. ministry /MIN-uh-stree/ [noun] – a government department headed by a minister responsible for a specific area of public administration The health ministry announced new guidelines to improve public health and safety. premium /PREE-mee-uhm/ [adjective] – of superior quality or higher price; something that…
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