Tag Archive: Science & Technology – Expert

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. entrepreneur /ahn-truh-pruh-NUR/ [noun] – someone who starts their own business, especially when this involves seeing a new opportunity The young entrepreneur opened a cafe that quickly became popular with locals. groundbreaking /GROUND-brey-king/ [adjective] – if something is groundbreaking, it is very new and a big change from other things of its type The scientist made a groundbreaking discovery that changed the way we understand diseases. milestone /MAHYL-stohn/ [noun] – an important event in the development or history of something or in someone’s life Graduating from university was a major milestone in his life. spacewalk /SPEYS-wawk/ [noun]…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. submersible /suhb-MUR-suh-buhl/ [noun] – a small underwater vehicle designed for underwater exploration The researchers used a submersible to study deep-sea ecosystems. collide /kuh-LAHYD/ [verb] – to crash into something with force The two cars collided at the intersection during the storm. wreckage /REK-ij/ [noun] – the remains of something that has been badly damaged or destroyed The rescue team searched through the wreckage for survivors after the earthquake. transparent /trans-PAIR-uhnt/ [adjective] – open and honest, without secrets The organization promised to be transparent about its funding sources. catastrophic /kat-uh-STROF-ik/ [adjective] – causing sudden and very great…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. renewal /ri-NOO-uhl/ [noun] – the process of making something new again or updating it The company announced a renewal of their software license. expedited /EK-spi-dahy-tid/ [adjective] – done quickly and efficiently The expedited shipping option delivered the package in just two days. convenient /kuhn-VEEN-yuhnt/ [adjective] – easy to use or suitable for a particular purpose The new store is convenient for people who live nearby. staffing /STA-fuhng/ [adjective] – relating to the staff (= employees) of an organization The company is reviewing its staffing levels to improve efficiency. bypass /BAHY-pas/ [verb] – to avoid something We…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. relocate /ree-LOH-keyt/ [verb] – to move or move something or someone from one place to another The company relocated its headquarters to a larger building downtown. meticulously /muh-TIK-yuh-luhs-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that shows great care and attention to detail She meticulously arranged the flowers in the vase to create a perfect centerpiece. sediment /SED-uh-muhnt/ [noun] – a soft substance that is like a wet powder and consists of very small pieces of a solid material that have fallen to the bottom of a liquid Over time, layers of sediment built up at the bottom…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. withdraw /with-DRAW/ [verb] – to take or move out or back, or to remove The company decided to withdraw its offer after further negotiations failed. controversial /kon-truh-VUR-shuhl/ [adjective] – causing disagreement or discussion The new law was controversial, sparking debates across the country. unauthorized /uhn-AW-thuh-rahyzd/ [adjective] – without official permission The unauthorized entry into the building led to security concerns. recreation /rek-ree-EY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of making something exist or happen again The artist’s recreation of the old painting was nearly identical to the original. advocate /AD-vuh-kit, -keyt/ [noun] – a person who supports a…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. extinguish /ik-STING-gwish/ [verb] – to stop a fire or a light burning The firefighters worked quickly to extinguish the small blaze in the kitchen before it spread. Fahrenheit /FAR-uhn-hahyt/ [noun] – a measurement of temperature on a standard in which 32° is the temperature at which water freezes and 212° that at which it boils The weather forecast predicted temperatures over 90 degrees Fahrenheit during the heatwave. retardant /ri-TAHR-dnt/ [noun] – a substance used to slow down or prevent the spread of fire The firefighters used fire retardant to create a protective barrier around the area….
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. complication /kom-pli-KEY-shuhn / [noun] – a problem or difficulty that makes a situation harder to deal with The surgery was successful, but a minor complication required additional treatment. deliberation /dih-lib-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – careful consideration or discussion before making a decision After much deliberation, the committee chose the best candidate for the job. stipulate /STIP-yuh-leyt/ [verb] – to state exactly what must be done or how something must be done The contract stipulates that the work must be completed by the end of the month. unwavering /uhn-WAY-vr-uhng/ [adjective] – never changing or becoming weaker; strong and steady…
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©NASA via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. perseverance /pur-suh-VEER-uhns/ [noun] – continued effort to do or achieve something, even when it is difficult or takes a long time The athlete’s perseverance during training helped him win the race. mission /MISH-uhn/ [noun] – an important job or purpose that is assigned or self-imposed The team’s mission was to clean the park before sunset. ongoing /ON-goh-ing/ [adjective] – continuing to exist, happen, or develop There is an ongoing debate about the benefits of remote work. crucial /KROO-shuhl/ [adjective] – extremely important or necessary Making a study plan was crucial for his exam…
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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 city faced unprecedented flooding, leaving residents in shock and in need of immediate help. bolster /BOHL-ster/ [verb] – to support or improve something or make it stronger The government introduced new policies to bolster economic growth. mandatory /MAN-duh-tawr-ee/ [adjective] – required by law or rule; compulsory Attendance at the safety meeting is mandatory for all employees. endorse /en-DAWRS/ [verb] – to publicly or officially say that you support or approve of something The famous athlete decided to endorse the new fitness brand. revitalization…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. peninsula /puh-NIN-suh-luh/ [noun] – a long, narrow piece of land that is surrounded by water on three sides The Florida peninsula is famous for its beautiful beaches and warm weather. aviation /ey-vee-EY-shuhn/ [noun] – refering to the activity of flying aircraft, or of designing, producing, and maintaining them He is studying aviation safety protocols to become a certified pilot. ash /ash/ [noun] – the soft gray powder that remains after something has been burned After the fire, the ground was covered in a thick layer of ash. volcanology /vol-kuh-NOL-uh-jee/ [noun] – the scientific study of volcanoes…
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