Rakuten faces financial strain from mobile launch
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Rakuten faces financial strain from mobile launch
©REUTERS/Anton Bridge Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. disruption /dis-RUHP-shuhn/ [noun] – the action of preventing something, especially a system, process, or event, from continuing as usual or as expected The sudden power outage caused a disruption in the manufacturing process, halting production for several hours. consecutive /kuhn-SEK-yuh-tiv/ [adjective] – consecutive events, numbers, etc. follow one after another without an interruption She scored five consecutive goals in the game, showcasing remarkable skill and consistency throughout. revenue /REV-uhn-yoo/ [noun] – the income that a government or company receives regularly The company’s new marketing strategy significantly increased its annual revenue, exceeding all previous financial…
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Rakuten faces financial strain from mobile launch
©REUTERS/Anton Bridge Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What services or products do you know Rakuten for? What aspects of Rakuten’s services or products do you find particularly impressive or satisfying? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. rushed /ruhsht/ [adjective] – done in a hurry, or feeling that you must do something quickly She made a rushed decision without considering all the consequences. suffer /SUHF-er/ [verb] – to experience or show the effects of something bad The business suffered significant losses due to the economic downturn. debt /det/ [noun] – something, especially money, that is owed to…
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Rakuten faces financial strain from mobile launch
©REUTERS/Anton Bridge 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。 Are you familiar with the services or products offered by Rakuten? Have you tried any of Rakuten’s services or products before? 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。 compete /kuhm-PEET/ [verb] – to take part in a race or competition Many companies compete for market share by offering competitive prices and better services. face /feys/ [verb] – to confront, deal with, or encounter something As a manager, he must face the responsibility of leading his team through challenging times. financial /fi-NAN-shuhl/ [adjective] – relating to money or how…
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Japan aims for lunar success with the ‘Moon Sniper’ landing mission
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think might be some reasons why scientists and space agencies would embark on a mission to explore the moon? How do you imagine a mission to explore the moon could impact our understanding of space and our own planet? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. target /TAHR-git / [noun] – a specific location or goal selected The explorer marked an ancient city ruin as the target for their archaeological expedition, eager to uncover hidden secrets and artifacts. potential /puh-TEN-shuhl/ [noun] – the inherent capacity or possibility for growth,…
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Japan aims for lunar success with the ‘Moon Sniper’ landing mission
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Japan aims for lunar success with the ‘Moon Sniper’ landing mission
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 heard anything about a recent mission where a spacecraft or astronauts were sent to the moon? Do you think it’s important for countries to invest in exploring the moon? 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。 agency /EY-juhn-see/ [noun] – an organization or company that provides a specific service or works toward a particular goal. The environmental agency is responsible for protecting our natural resources. display /dih-SPLEY/ [noun] – a presentation or exhibition of something to attract attention or showcase achievements The science fair had an impressive display…
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Japan aims for lunar success with the ‘Moon Sniper’ landing mission
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. resilient /ri-ZIL-yuhnt/ [adjective] – able to recover quickly from challenges or setbacks Despite facing financial difficulties, the company remained resilient and quickly adapted to the changing market demands. imminent /IM-uh-nuhnt / [adjective] – coming or likely to happen very soon The storm’s imminent arrival prompted residents to evacuate the coastal areas for safety. embody /em-BOD-ee/ [verb] – to represent a quality or an idea exactly The sculpture beautifully embodies the spirit of freedom and resilience. pinpoint /PIN-point/ [adjective] – very exact The detective used a pinpoint flashlight to carefully examine the crime scene, illuminating small details…
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Japan finds dangerous bird flu at farm, plans to cull 40,000 birds
©Reuters Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are your initial thoughts or concerns about the concept of a dangerous bird flu outbreak? How do you think the dangerous bird flu might affect both animals and humans? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. affected /uh-FEK-tid/ [adjective] – influenced or touched by an external factor The affected community struggled to recover after the devastating tornado. agriculture /AG-ri-kuhl-cher/ [noun] – the practice or work of farming Sustainable agriculture is crucial for ensuring food security and environmental conservation. cabinet /KAB-uh-nit/ [noun] – a small group of the most important people…
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Japan finds dangerous bird flu at farm, plans to cull 40,000 birds
©Reuters Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. disclose /dih-SKLOHZ/ [verb] – to make something known publicly or to show something that was hidden The company has not yet disclosed the details of its new product. devise /dih-VAHYZ/ [verb] – to invent a plan, system, object, etc., usually using your intelligence or imagination The team will devise a plan to improve the project’s efficiency. curbing /KUR-bing / [gerund] – act of restraining, controlling, or limiting something Curbing the air pollution is the city’s ultimate goal. deceased /dih-SEEST/ [adjective] – an individual or organism that has recently died The deceased soldier will be honored…
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