Tag Archive: science & technology – expert

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 After their groundbreaking research was published, scientists and experts from around the world hailed their work as a major advancement in the field of medicine. fundamentally /fuhn-duh-MEN-tl-ee/ [adverb] – in a basic and important way The success of any relationship is fundamentally built on trust and communication. pioneer /pahy-uh-NEER/ [verb] – to be one of the first people to do something Marie Curie pioneered the field of radiology with her groundbreaking research on radioactivity. infectious /in-FEK-shuhs/ [adjective] – (of a…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. province /PROV-ins/ [noun] – a specific administrative region or territory within a country The province of Cebu is known for its ancient Spanish forts, incredible marine parks, mouthwatering food, and thriving business parks. revelation /rev-uh-LEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of making something known that was secret, or a fact that is made known The scientist’s groundbreaking discovery was a revelation in the field of medicine. structural /STRUHK-cher-uhl/ [adjective] – relating to the way in which parts of a system or object are arranged The engineer examined the structural integrity of the bridge before approving its use….
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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 The government has implemented strict measures to combat the spread of the virus. strategically /struh-TEE-jik-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that relates to what an organization, country, etc. wants to achieve and how it plans actions and uses resources to do this The company strategically positioned its stores in high-traffic areas to maximize customer visibility and sales potential. sustainable /suh-STEY-nuh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to continue over a period of time The company’s commitment to sustainable practices includes using recycled materials…
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©PBS News Hour Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. indulge /in-DUHLJ/ [verb] – to allow yourself or another person to have something enjoyable, especially more than is good for you After a week of strict dieting, she couldn’t resist indulging in a large slice of chocolate cake. excluding /uhk-SKLOO-duhng/ [preposition] – not including The party is open to all students, excluding those who have not registered in advance. integration /in-ti-GREY-shuhn/ [noun] – the action or process of combining two or more things in an effective way The company’s new software allows for seamless integration of different departments, improving overall efficiency and productivity….
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. clash /klash/ [noun] – a fight or argument between people There was a clash between two colleagues over different opinions on how to approach the project. dispute /dih-SPYOOT/ [noun] – an argument or disagreement The neighbors are in a dispute over the ownership of the land, and they are seeking legal assistance to resolve the issue. core /kawr/ [noun] – the basic and most important part of something Good communication skills are at the core of building strong relationships and achieving success in professional endeavors. intensify /in-TEN-suh-fahy/ [verb] – to make something stronger or more extreme,…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. formidable /FAWR-mi-duh-buhl/ [adjective] – causing you to have fear or respect for something or someone because that thing or person is large, powerful, or difficult The champion boxer was known for his formidable strength and skill in the ring. scarcity /SKAIR-si-tee/ [noun] – a situation in which something is not easy to find or get The prolonged drought resulted in a scarcity of water in the region, leading to strict water conservation measures. inhabit /in-HAB-it / [verb] – to live in a place Majestic wildlife such as elephants, lions, and giraffes inhabit the vast plains of…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. pose /pohz/ [verb] – to cause something, especially a problem or difficulty The heavy rain poses a risk of flooding in low-lying areas. unprecedented /uhn-PRES-i-den-tid/ [adjective] – never having happened or existed in the past The flooding in the area caused unprecedented damage to homes and infrastructure. infect /in-FEKT/ [verb] – to pass a disease to a person, animal, or plant The contagious cold can infect anyone who comes into contact with the virus. transmission /trans-MISH-uhn/ [noun] – the process of passing something from one person or place to another The transmission of information through the…
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©China National Space Administration Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. administration /ad-min-uh-STREY-shuhn/ [noun] – the people in an organization who manage its business and operations The decision to cancel the trip was made by the school administration. collaboration /kuh-lab-uh-REY-shuhn / [noun] – the situation of two or more people working together to create or achieve the same thing The new airport is a collaboration between two of the best architects in the country. pole /pohl / [noun] – either of the two points at the most northern and most southern ends of the earth, around which the earth turns Most weather satellites…
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©https://www.virgingalactic.com/ Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. entity /EN-ti-tee / [noun] – something that exists apart from other things, having its own independent existence The company is a legal entity responsible for its own financial obligations and business operations. avenue /AV-uh-nyoo/ [noun] – a method or way of doing something The fashion industry is an avenue of creative expression for designers to showcase their unique styles and concepts. capability /key-puh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the ability to do something The team’s collaborative nature and diverse skill sets contribute to its collective problem-solving capabilities. boundary /BOUN-duh-ree/ [noun] – an edge or limit of something The…
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©Getty Images Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. dedication /ded-i-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the willingness to give a lot of time and energy to something because it is important Emily’s dedication to her studies is evident in her consistent attendance, diligent note-taking, and regular completion of assignments. stable /STEY-buhl/ [adjective] – firmly fixed or not likely to move or change The horse walked calmly and steadily, showing its stable nature during the riding lesson. minimal /MIN-uh-muhl/ [adjective] – very small in amount My younger brother prefers to keep his room tidy and organized with only a minimal number of toys and books. local…
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