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Vocabulary I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. automated /AA-tuh-may-tuhd/ [adjective] – carried out by machines or computers without needing human control Currently, everyone makes use of an automated phone system. reverse /ri-VURS/ [adjective] – the opposite of what has just been mentioned The reverse side of the worksheet had a different set of questions than the front, which made the assignment more challenging. warrant /WAWR-uhnt/ [verb] – to make a particular action necessary or correct, or to be a reason to do something The incident was significant enough for the police to warrant an investigation. navigate /NAV-i-geyt/ [verb] – to direct the way…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. ongoing /ON-goh-ing/ [adjective] – continuing to exist or develop, or happening at the present moment The ongoing construction work near the school has caused some traffic disruptions, so it’s important to allow for extra travel time when commuting to class. transplant /TRANS-plant/ [noun] – a medical operation in which a new organ is put into someone’s body After receiving a kidney transplant, the patient was able to live a healthy life without needing dialysis anymore. deem /deem/ [verb] – to consider or judge something in a particular way The teacher will deem your essay successful if…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. phenomenon /fi-NOM-uh-non/ [noun] – something that exists and can be seen, felt, tasted, etc., especially something unusual or interesting The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon that can be seen in the night sky in certain parts of the world. trigger /TRIG-er/ [verb] – to cause something to start Exposure to certain allergens can trigger an asthma attack, which can cause difficulty breathing and require medical attention. solidify /suh-LID-uh-fahy/ [verb] – to become or make something become certain The signing of a new trade agreement between the two countries helped to solidify their economic ties and…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. overwhelm /oh-ver-HWELM/ [verb] – to cause someone to feel sudden strong emotion: I was overwhelmed by the amount of information presented during the lecture, and found it difficult to keep up with the pace of the speaker. let go /let goh/ [idiom] – to be more relaxed than usual and enjoy yourself She just let go and had a little fun! resilience /ri-ZIL-yuhns/ [noun] – the ability to be happy, successful, etc. again after something difficult or bad has happened The community’s resilience was evident as they came together to rebuild their homes and businesses after…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. uncover /uhn-KUHV-er/ [verb] – to discover something secret or hidden or remove something covering something else The detective was determined to uncover the truth behind the mysterious disappearance of the local businessman. mining /MAHY-ning/ [noun] – the industry or activity of removing substances such as coal or metal from the ground by digging Due to the hazardous working conditions, the government has implemented stricter regulations on the mining industry to protect the health and safety of its employees. exploration /ek-spluh-REY-shuhn / [noun] – the activity of searching and finding out about something The geographic exploration of…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. crisscross /KRIS-kraws/ [verb] – to move or exist in a pattern of crossing lines The pilot crisscrossed the skies over the Pacific Ocean, searching for the missing aircraft. habitat /HAB-i-tat/ [noun] – the natural environment in which an animal or plant usually lives The conservation efforts aim to preserve the natural habitat of the endangered species and provide a sustainable environment for their survival. restrict /ri-STRIKT/ [verb] – to limit the movements or actions of someone, or to limit something and reduce its size or prevent it from increasing The new traffic laws restrict the speed…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. hail /heyl/ [verb] – to publicly praise or show approval for a person or an achievement Heppner is hailed as one of the best tenors performing in opera today. greenhouse gas /GREEN-hous gas/ [noun] – a gas that causes the greenhouse effect, especially carbon dioxide The increasing concentration of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere is a major contributor to global warming. focus /FOH-kuhs/ [verb] – to direct attention toward something or someone He struggled to focus on his work as the bustling noise from outside the window kept distracting him. obstacle /OB-stuh-kuhl/ [noun] – something that…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. severity /suh-VER-i-tee/ [noun] – seriousness The severity of the storm was unexpected and caused widespread damage. disorder /dis-AWR-der / [noun] – an illness of the mind or body He was diagnosed with a disorder that affects his ability to process emotions. clinical /KLIN-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – used to refer to medical work or teaching that relates to the examination and treatment of ill people The doctor recommended a clinical trial for the new medication as a last resort. diagnosis /dahy-uhg-NOH-sis/ [noun] – a judgment about what a particular illness or problem is, made after examining it: After…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. outnumber /out-NUHM-ber/ [verb] – to be greater in number than someone or something The number of ants in the colony far outnumbers the number of humans on Earth. profound /pruh-FOUND/ [adjective] – felt or experienced very strongly or in an extreme way: The impact of the loss was profound, leaving a deep emotional scar on the survivors. immune /ih-MYOON/ [adjective] – protected against a particular disease by particular substances in the blood The patient’s body was immune to the antibiotics, rendering them ineffective in treating the infection. supplement /SUHP-luh-muhnt/ [noun] – something that is added to…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. stakes /steyk/ [noun] – a sum of money or something else of value gambled on the outcome of a risky game or venture The city continues to wager large stakes on airline stock. emission /ih-MISH-uhn/ [noun] – an amount of gas, heat, light, etc. that is sent out The emission of greenhouse gases from industrial processes has been linked to climate change. outweigh /out-WEY/ [verb] – to be greater or more important than something else The potential benefits of the new policy far outweigh the potential drawbacks. commonly /KOM-uhn-lee/ [adverb] – often or usually Commonly, the term…
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