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India achieves historic moon landing as fourth country to land a spacecraft

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©Hindustan Times Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. strive /strahyv/ [verb] – to try very hard to do something or to make something happen, especially for a long time or against difficulties Despite facing numerous challenges, she continued to strive for excellence in her academic studies. anticipation /an-tis-uh-PEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a feeling of excitement about something that is going to happen in the near future The children were filled with anticipation as they waited for the announcement of the winner of the art competition. exemplify /ig-ZEM-pluh-fahy/ [verb] – to be or give a typical example of something The artist’s painting exemplifies the…
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New York beach enhances safety with advanced drones

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. influx /IN-fluhks/ [noun] – the fact of a large number of people or things arriving at the same time The opening of the new shopping mall led to an influx of shoppers from the surrounding areas, creating a bustling atmosphere. official /uh-FISH-uhl/ [noun] – a person who has a position of responsibility in an organization The company’s CEO welcomed the government officials to the event. prompt /prompt/ [verb] – to make someone decide to say or do something The teacher’s encouragement prompted the students to participate actively in the class discussion. supplement /SUHP-luh-ment / [verb] –…
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Microsoft utilizes AI to revolutionize software tools with introduction of “Microsoft 365 Copilot” and “Microsoft Editor”

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. concise /kuhn-SAHYS/ [adjective] – giving much information clearly and in a few words; brief but comprehensive Please keep your presentation concise, as we have limited time. versatile /VUR-suh-tl / [able to adapt or be adapted to many different functions or activities] – able to adapt or be adapted to many different functions or activities This tool is so versatile; it can be used for cooking, cleaning, and gardening. clarity /KLAIR-uh-tee/ [noun] – The quality of being easy to understand or see; clearness. The teacher explained the concept with great clarity. incorporate /in-KAWR-puh-reyt/ [verb] – to include…
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Apple unveils game-changing M3 chip

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. anticipation /an-tis-uh-PEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a feeling of excitement or expectation about something that is going to happen The students waited with anticipation for the results of their exam. predecessor /PRED-uh-ses-er/ [noun] – someone or something that comes before another in time or in a series of events The new smartphone model outperformed its predecessor in terms of battery life. ample /AM-puhl/ [adjective] – more than enough or sufficient; plenty of something The picnic basket was filled with ample food for everyone to enjoy. undergo /uhn-der-GOH/ [verb] – to experience or endure something, especially a process or…
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Study expands understanding of Neanderthal DNA in Eurasian populations

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©JOE MCNALLY, NAT GEO IMAGE COLLECTION Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. genetic /juh-NET-ik/ [adjective] – belonging or relating to genes (parts of the DNA in cells) received by each animal or plant from its parents The researchers conducted a genetic analysis to trace the inherited traits within the family of plants and understand their unique characteristics. exhibit /ig-ZIB-it/ [verb] – to show something publicly The art gallery will exhibit a collection of impressionist paintings next month for art enthusiasts to appreciate. phenomenon /fi-NOM-uh-non/ [noun] – something that exists and can be seen, felt, tasted, etc., especially something unusual or interesting The…
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GSK’s Arexvy vaccine shows promise for a broader age group in the RSV battle

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©Leon Neal/Getty Images/FILE Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. combat /kuhm-BAT/ [verb] – to try to stop something unpleasant or harmful from happening or increasing Despite their best efforts to combat the spread of the virus, the number of cases continued to rise. vaccine /vak-SEEN/ [noun] – a substance that is put into the body of a person or animal to protect them from a disease by causing them to produce antibodies Scientists have been working tirelessly to develop a vaccine for the new strain of the flu. underlying /UHN-der-lahy-ing/ [adjective] – real but not immediately obvious The underlying issue in the…
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A miniature whale fossil discovery sheds light on ancient seas

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. miniature /MIN-ee-uh-cher/ [adjective] – used to describe something that is a very small copy of an object A meticulously preserved miniature seahorse fossil has been unveiled by researchers, a revelation that is poised to transform our comprehension of ancient coastal ecosystems. specimen /SPES-uh-muhn/ [noun] – something shown or examined as an example; a typical example The research highlights the significance of this tiny dinosaur specimen in expanding our understanding of the delicate dynamics within ancient ecosystems. prevailing /pri-VEY-ling/ [adjective] – existing in a particular place or at a particular time In contrast to the prevailing belief…
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Tech giants Nvidia and Foxconn join forces for AI and autonomous tech evolution

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©Foxconn Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. renowned /ri-NOUND/ [adjective] – famous for something The renowned author won numerous awards for her exceptional writing. strategically /struh-TEE-jik-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that helps to achieve a plan, for example, in business or politics The company strategically expanded its market presence by opening new branches in key cities. infrastructure /IN-fruh-struhk-cher/ [noun] – the basic systems and services, such as transportation and power supplies, that a country or organization uses in order to work effectively Investment in infrastructure is crucial for a country’s economic development and overall progress. assembling /uh-SEM-buh-luhng/ [noun] – an act…
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Webb telescope reveals hidden secrets of the Ring Nebula

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©ESA/Webb/NASA/CSA Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. unprecedented /uhn-PRES-i-den-tid/ [adjective] – never having happened or existed in the past The discovery of a new species in the jungle was unprecedented because it had never happened before. high-resolution /HAHY-rez-uh-LOO-shuhn/ [adjective] – used to describe something such as a screen or photograph that shows an image extremely clearly The high-resolution display on the new smartphone allows you to see every detail in photos and videos. formation /fawr-MEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the way something is naturally made or the way it has been arranged The geologist studied the rock formation to understand how the mountains were…
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AI.com shifts focus from ChatGPT to Elon Musk’s X.AI

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. venture /VEN-cher/ [noun] – a new activity, usually in business, that involves risk or uncertainty The entrepreneur decided to start a new venture in the technology sector. entity /EN-ti-tee/ [noun] – something that exists apart from other things, having its own independent existence The company operates as a separate legal entity from its owners. echo /EK-oh/ [verb] – to repeat details that are similar to, and make you think of, something else Her words seemed to echo the sentiments expressed by the previous speaker. vanity domain /VAN-i-tee doh-MEYN/ [noun] – refers to a domain name that…
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