Astronaut returns early from space station for medical evaluation
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Astronaut returns early from space station for medical evaluation
©(NASA via AP) 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 ever watched a movie or TV show about astronauts? Do you think working in space is dangerous? 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。 stable /STEY-buhl/ [adjective] – not changing and not getting worse The patient’s condition is stable after the treatment. operation /op-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – an organized activity or process The factory stopped its operation during the holiday. assist /uh-SIST/ [verb] – to help someone do something Staff members assist customers at the information desk. pause /pawz/ [noun] – a short stop There was…
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Astronaut returns early from space station for medical evaluation
©(NASA via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. undock /uhn-DOK/ [verb] – to separate a vehicle from a fixed structure The ferry will undock from the pier after all passengers board. protocol /PROH-tuh-kawl/ [noun] – an official procedure The laboratory follows a strict protocol for handling chemical samples. robust /roh-BUHST/ [adjective] – strong and effective The software includes robust security features to protect user data. mitigate /MIT-i-geyt/ [verb] – to reduce harm or risk The policy aims to mitigate traffic congestion during peak hours. implication /im-pli-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a possible effect or result Scientists discussed the environmental implication of the new…
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Astronaut returns early from space station for medical evaluation
©(NASA via AP) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think is difficult about living in space? What kind of support do you think astronauts need in space? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. evacuation /ih-vak-yoo-EY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of moving people away from a dangerous place The storm warning led to the evacuation of homes near the coast. timeline /TAHYM-lahyn/ [noun] – a planned schedule of events The project timeline changed after new rules were announced. reentry /ree-EN-tree/ [noun] – the act of returning to a place The athlete planned a reentry into…
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Artificial intelligence reshapes education
©(AP Photo/Kiichiro Sato, File) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. ubiquitous /yoo-BIK-wi-tuhs/ [adjective] – present or found everywhere Smartphones are ubiquitous in modern offices. delineate /dih-LIN-ee-eyt/ [verb] – to clearly describe or show the difference between things The map helps delineate the borders between the two areas. integrity /in-TEG-ri-tee/ [noun] – the quality of being honest and following strong moral rules Employers value integrity in their workers. scrutiny /SKROOT-n-ee/ [noun] – careful and close examination New safety plans received scrutiny from the public. paradigm /PAR-uh-dahym/ [noun] – a common model or way of thinking about something Remote work created a new paradigm…
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Artificial intelligence reshapes education
©(AP Photo/Kiichiro Sato, File) Beginner Intermediate Expert
Artificial intelligence reshapes education
©(AP Photo/Kiichiro Sato, File) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you feel when technology helps you with work or study tasks? In your opinion, what is a good way to use technology without depending on it too much? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. adoption /uh-DOP-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of starting to use something new The adoption of online registration reduced long lines at the office. misuse /mis-YOOZ/ [noun] – the incorrect or harmful use of something The misuse of company data may lead to disciplinary action. integrity /in-TEG-ri-tee/ [noun] – honesty and strong…
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Artificial intelligence reshapes education
©(AP Photo/Kiichiro Sato, File) 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 sometimes use AI to check your understanding? Do you think using AI too much can make people think less? 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。 access /AK-ses/ [noun] – the ability to use or enter something Employees were given access to online training materials. preparation /prep-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of getting ready for something Good preparation helps workers perform better in meetings. incorrect /in-kuh-REKT/ [adjective] – not right or not accurate The form was returned because the information was incorrect. mistake /mi-STEYK/…
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AI innovation at CES faces criticism from consumer advocates
©(AP Photo/John Locher) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What technology do you use at home every day? How does technology help you in your daily life? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. privacy /PRAHY-vuh-see/ [noun] – the state of being free from unwanted attention or information sharing The company updated its policy to improve customer privacy. wasteful /WEYST-fuhl/ [adjective] – using more resources than necessary The report described the old lighting system as wasteful. reliability /ri-lahy-uh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the ability to work correctly and consistently The safety test focused on the reliability of the new train…
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AI innovation at CES faces criticism from consumer advocates
©(AP Photo/John Locher) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. invasive /in-VEY-siv/ [adjective] – affecting personal space or private life in an unwanted way Some employees felt that daily camera checks at work were invasive. unreliable /uhn-ri-LAHY-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – not able to be trusted to work correctly or consistently The new public transport system was described as unreliable during peak hours. pervasive /per-VEY-siv/ [adjective] – spreading widely and affecting many areas Online advertising has become pervasive in daily media use. constant /KON-stuhnt/ [adjective] – happening all the time or without stopping The machine required constant power to operate safely. ramification /ram-uh-fi-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] –…
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