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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. advocacy /AD-vuh-kuh-see/ [noun] – public support for an idea, plan, or way of doing something The student council’s advocacy for longer lunch breaks gained support from teachers and students. alarming /uh-LAHR-ming/ [adjective] – causing worry or fear The scientist presented alarming data about the rapid loss of rainforests. critical /KRIT-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – extremely important or serious It is critical to address water shortages before they worsen in the summer. imperative /im-PER-uh-tiv/ [noun] – refers to something that is of vital importance or an essential action or duty Addressing rising sea levels is an imperative for nations…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. charred /chahrd/ [adjective] – burned on the surface The smell of charred wood lingered in the air after the campfire was extinguished. eroded /ee-ROW-duhd/ [adjective] – worn away or deteriorated The once smooth surface of the statue is now rough and eroded due to exposure to the elements. mitigate /MIT-i-geyt/ [verb] – to make something less harmful, unpleasant, or bad The company implemented new safety measures to mitigate the risks of workplace accidents. trajectory /truh-JEK-tuh-ree / [noun] – the path followed by an object, especially one moving through the air or space The rocket’s trajectory was…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. nurse /nurs/ [verb] – to feed (a baby or young animal) with milk from the breast or teats She decided to nurse her baby for six months to ensure he received proper nutrition. elk /elk/ [noun] – a large deer with brownish-red fur and large antlers (horns like branches) that lives in the forests of North America The hikers spotted a majestic elk grazing in the meadow early in the morning. bison /BAHY-suhn/ [noun] – a large wild animal, similar to a cow but having a larger head and shoulders covered in hair, found in North…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. corona /kuh-ROH-nuh/ [noun] – the outer layer of the sun’s atmosphere, which is visible during a solar eclipse The bright corona of the sun was visible during the total solar eclipse. ejection /ih-JEK-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of something being thrown or pushed out forcefully The volcanic ejection of ash covered the nearby towns in minutes. elliptical /ih-LIP-ti-kuhl/ [adjective] – having an oval shape; elongated in a way that is curved The orbit of the comet is highly elliptical, taking it close to the sun. trajectory /truh-JEK-tuh-ree/ [noun] – the path followed by an object moving…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. condensation /kon-den-SEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process by which a gas turns into a liquid The condensation on the windows showed that it was much warmer inside than outside. parched /pahrcht/ [adjective] – extremely dry, especially due to heat or lack of moisture The parched fields desperately needed rain after weeks of drought. reservoir /REZ-er-vwahr/ [noun] – a natural or artificial place where a large quantity of water is stored or accumulated, particularly underground The underground reservoir holds enough water to support the town for several months. diverge /dih-VURJ/ [verb] – to develop in different directions or…
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©Louise Leakey via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. proximity /prok-SIM-i-tee/ [noun] – the state of being near in space or time The school’s proximity to the park makes it a popular spot for students. biomechanics /bahy-oh-mi-KAN-iks/ [noun] – the scientific study of the movement and structure of living things Biomechanics helps engineers design more efficient sports equipment for athletes. facilitate /fuh-SIL-i-teyt/ [verb] – to make something easier or possible New software was introduced to facilitate faster data processing in the office. transformation /trans-fer-MEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a complete change in form, appearance, or character The transformation of the old factory into…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. elusive /ih-LOO-siv/ [adjective] – difficult to describe, find, achieve, or remember The artist’s inspiration was elusive, making it hard for him to paint. unprecedented /uhn-PRES-i-den-tid/ [adjective] – never having happened or existed in the past The school implemented an unprecedented rule to address the increase in bullying. enigmatic /en-ig-MAT-ik/ [adjective] – mysterious and difficult to understand The old man’s enigmatic smile left the children wondering what he was thinking. meticulous /muh-TIK-yuh-luhs/ [adjective] – very careful and with great attention to every detail She was meticulous about organizing her notes before the exam. interdisciplinary /in-ter-DIS-uh-pluh-ner-ee/ [adjective] –…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. yield /yeeld/ [noun] – the amount of a product or crop produced The farmer’s yield of corn increased after using new irrigation methods. staple /STEY-puhl/ [noun] – a basic or essential food item that is regularly used Rice is a staple food in many Asian countries. accelerate /ak-SEL-uh-reyt/ [verb] – to cause something to happen more quickly or to increase the speed of a process The heavy rainfall accelerated the erosion of the soil. implication /im-pli-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a possible consequence or effect of the finding The study’s findings have serious implications for public health policies….
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. significant /sig-NIF-i-kuhnt/ [adjective] – important or noticeable Winning the award was a significant achievement for her career. technical /TEK-ni-kuhl/ [adjective] – relating to the practical use of machines, methods, or science in industry The engineer solved the technical issue within a few hours. implement /IM-pluh-ment/ [verb] – to start using a plan or system The company will implement new guidelines next month. safety /SEYF-tee/ [noun] – the state of being safe or protected from harm or danger Wearing a helmet ensures your safety while riding a bicycle. commitment /kuh-MIT-muhnt/ [noun] – the state or quality of…
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©REUTERS/Alessia Maccioni Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. elusive /ih-LOO-siv/ [adjective] – difficult to find, catch, or achieve Birdwatchers traveled to the rainforest in hopes of spotting the elusive harpy eagle. vulnerability /vuhl-ner-uh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the quality or state of being exposed to harm, attack, or damage Habitat destruction has heightened the vulnerability of koalas to predators and environmental changes. herbivorous /hur-BIV-er-uhs/ [adjective] – (of an animal) eating plants Herbivorous animals like rabbits rely on grasses and leafy vegetables for sustenance. camouflage /KAM-uh-flahzh/ [verb] – to conceal or disguise The chameleon can camouflage itself by changing the color of its skin to…
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