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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. specimen /SPES-uh-muhn/ [noun] – something shown or examined as an example; a typical example The scientist collected a specimen of the rare flower for study. indicator /IN-di-key-ter/ [noun] – something that shows what a situation is like or signals a change Dark clouds are an indicator of an approaching storm. facilitate /fuh-SIL-i-teyt/ [verb] – to make something possible or easier Good lighting will facilitate reading in the library. genetics /juh-NET-iks/ [noun] – the study of how characteristics are passed from one generation to another She studied genetics to learn how traits are inherited in families. meticulous…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. harbor /HAHR-ber/ [verb] – to provide shelter or a suitable environment for something to exist Scientists believe that ancient Mars might have harbored microbial life in its underground lakes. reservoir /REZ-er-vwahr/ [noun] – natural or artificial place where a supply of something, especially water, is stored The government built new reservoirs to ensure a stable water supply for the growing population. assert /uh-SURT/ [verb] – to state something strongly and confidently Economists assert that global markets will recover faster than expected. momentum /moh-MEN-tuhm/ [noun] – the force or speed gained by a moving object or an…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. mitigate /MIT-i-geyt/ [verb] – to reduce the severity, seriousness, or harmful effects of something Governments implement policies to mitigate the impact of air pollution on public health. instability /in-stuh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – lack of stability; a state of being likely to change or fail Economic instability led to a decline in foreign investments in the country. bolster /BOHL-ster/ [verb] – to strengthen, support, or improve something The government launched new programs to bolster small businesses during the economic downturn. exacerbate /ig-ZAS-er-beyt/ [verb] – to make something that is already bad even worse The lack of proper waste…
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©Photo by Elizabeth Peters: https://www.bbg.org/article/a_rare_corpse_flower_blooms Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. sporadic /spuh-RAD-ik/ [adjective] – happening sometimes; not regular or continuous Rain showers were sporadic, appearing briefly and then stopping. thermogenesis /thur-moh-GEN-uh-sis/ [noun] – the process of heat production in living organisms The body uses thermogenesis to maintain its normal temperature. propagation /prop-uh-GEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of producing new plants from a parent plant The propagation of roses requires careful cutting and planting techniques. mitigate /MIT-i-geyt/ [verb] – to make something less harmful, unpleasant, or bad Planting trees can mitigate the effects of air pollution. cultivation /kuhl-tuh-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. milestone /MAHYL-stohn/ [noun] – an important event in the development or history of something Achieving a new milestone in science requires teamwork and dedication. ambitious /am-BISH-uhs/ [adjective] – having a strong desire to achieve something, often difficult The ambitious project aims to build a bridge in just one year. geopolitical /jee-ow-puh-LI-tuh-kl/ [adjective] – relating to the influence of geography on politics or relations between countries The geopolitical conflict affected trade routes in the region. pivotal /PIV-uh-tl/ [adjective] – central and important The new law is pivotal for reducing carbon emissions worldwide. reaffirm /ree-uh-FURM/ [verb] – to…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. debris /duh-BREE/ [noun] – broken or torn pieces of something larger After the earthquake, debris covered the streets, making it difficult for vehicles to pass. scattered /SKAT-erd/ [adjective] – spread out or dispersed over an area The broken toys lay scattered across the living room floor after the kids finished playing. descent /dih-SENT/ [noun] – the act of moving or falling downward The airplane began its descent as it approached the airport. rarity /RAIR-i-tee/ [noun] – the state or quality of being uncommon or unusual Diamonds of this size and clarity are a true rarity in…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. accommodate /uh-KOM-uh-deyt/ [verb] – to provide with a place to stay or to adapt to fit needs The hotel can accommodate up to 200 guests comfortably. infrastructure /IN-fruh-struhk-cher/ [noun] – the basic systems and services that a company or industry needs in order to work effectively Reliable infrastructure, such as power grids and internet, is essential for business operations. non-compliant /non-kuhm-PLAI-uhnt/ [adjective] – not meeting the requirements of a law, rule, or standard Many older buildings are non-compliant with modern safety standards. advancement /ad-VANS-muhnt/ [noun] – the process of improving or developing something Recent advancements in…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. interface /IN-ter-feys/ [noun] – a system or device that allows two or more things to connect and communicate with each other The computer’s interface allows users to control the system easily. regain /ree-GEYN/ [verb] – to get something back after losing it He is trying to regain his strength after the illness. implant /IM-plant/ [noun] – a device or substance placed into the body for medical purposes The doctor showed us a picture of the heart implant. versatile /VUR-suh-tl/ [adjective] – able to do many different things or be used in many different ways The versatile…
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©(Michael Pittman via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. intricate /IN-tri-kit/ [adjective] – very detailed and complicated The chef’s recipe required intricate steps to achieve the perfect blend of flavors. knuckle /NUHK-uhl/ [noun] – one of the joints in the hand where your fingers bend, especially where your fingers join on to the main part of your hand After hours of boxing practice, his knuckles were sore from the impact. hierarchy /HAHY-uh-rahr-kee/ [noun] – a system in which people or things are arranged according to their importance In the animal kingdom, many species establish hierarchies to maintain order in their groups….
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. retrieve /ri-TREEV/ [verb] – to find and bring back something Scientists are working on a method to retrieve satellite data more efficiently, reducing the time required for analysis. expedite /EK-spi-dahyt/ [verb] – to make a process happen faster or be accomplished more quickly We need to expedite the approval process to meet the project deadline. exorbitant /ig-ZAWR-bi-tuhnt/ [adjective] – unreasonably high (usually referring to cost or price) The hotel charged an exorbitant fee for parking overnight. halt /hawlt/ [verb] – to stop or bring something to a standstill The government halted the construction of the new…
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