Tag Archive: science & technology

Toyota is set to increase its European EV lineup

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think about the idea of more electric cars being available on the market? What concerns or disadvantages might people consider before choosing to buy an electric vehicle? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. regain /ree-GEYN/ [verb] – to take or get possession of something again The team aimed to regain the lead in the second half of the game. strategy /STRAT-i-jee/ [noun] – a detailed plan for achieving success in situations such as war, politics, business, industry, or sport, or the skill of planning for such situations The…
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Toyota is set to increase its European EV lineup

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. constitute /KON-sti-toot/ [verb] – to comprise or make up a particular portion or percentage of something The new solar panels will constitute a major portion of the building’s energy supply. pursuit /per-SOOT/ [noun] – the act of trying to achieve a plan, activity, or situation, usually over a long period of time Her lifelong pursuit of knowledge led her to pursue multiple degrees in various fields. disclose /dih-SKLOHZ/ [verb] – to make something known publicly, or to show something that was hidden The company will disclose its earnings tomorrow. initiative /ih-NISH-uh-tiv/ [noun] – a new plan…
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Nona Biosciences and Lycia Therapeutics forge groundbreaking partnership

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Have partnerships played a role in historical breakthroughs or innovations? Is it important to continually develop new treatments for various diseases? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 disease /dih-ZEEZ/ [noun] – a disorder of structure or function in a human, animal, or plant, especially one that produces specific signs or symptoms The doctor is researching ways to treat the rare disease. break down /BREYK-doun/ [phrasal verb] – to separate something into smaller parts or to analyze in detail We need to break down the problem to understand its complexity….
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Nona Biosciences and Lycia Therapeutics forge groundbreaking partnership

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. protein /PROH-teen/ [noun] – a large molecule composed of amino acids that performs various functions in living organisms, such as building and repairing tissues The body needs proteins to grow and stay healthy. collaboration /kuh-lab-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – the action of working together with someone or a group of people to achieve a common goal The collaboration between scientists from different countries led to a breakthrough in medical research. wholly /HOH-lee/ [adverb] – completely and entirely; in a full or all-encompassing manner The project was wholly successful, meeting all the objectives set by the team. integration /in-ti-GREY-shuhn/…
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Nona Biosciences and Lycia Therapeutics forge groundbreaking partnership

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How have partnerships played a role in historical breakthroughs or innovations? Why is it important to continually develop new treatments for various diseases? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. partnership /PAHRT-ner-ship / [noun] – an association or alliance between two or more parties for mutual benefit The partnership between the two companies resulted in groundbreaking research. treatment /TREET-muhnt/ [noun] – medical care given to a patient for an illness or injury The new treatment shows promise for combating the disease. highlight /HAHY-lahyt/ [verb] – to emphasize or draw attention to something…
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Alef Aeronautics’ flying car achieves FAA Certification

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to mind when you hear the term “environmentally friendly transportation”? Have you ever heard of a “flying car” before? What do you imagine when you think about a car that can fly? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. revolutionary /rev-uh-LOO-shuh-ner-ee/ [adjective] – bringing about a complete change; innovative or groundbreaking The new smartphone features a revolutionary design, completely changing the way we interact with technology. indicate /IN-di-keyt/ [verb] – to show, suggest, or express something Dark clouds in the sky indicate that a storm may be approaching. impressive /im-PRES-iv/…
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Alef Aeronautics’ flying car achieves FAA Certification

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Do you support environmentally friendly transportation? Have you ever heard of a “flying car”? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 interest /IN-ter-ist/ [noun] – the feeling of wanting to give your attention to something or of wanting to be involved with and to discover more about something The students showed a keen interest in the science experiment, asking many questions. deposit /dih-POZ-it/ [noun] – an amount of money paid in advance to secure an order or reservation To secure their reservation, the guests had to make a deposit in…
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Alef Aeronautics’ flying car achieves FAA Certification

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. officially /uh-FI-shuh-lee/ [adverb] – according to established rules or customs; in a formal and authorized manner The school officially announced the date for the upcoming exam. commence /kuh-MENS/ [verb] – to begin; to start The graduation ceremony will commence at 10 AM tomorrow. backed by /bakt bahy/ [phrasal verb] – supported by; having financial support or endorsement from The innovative project was backed by several influential investors. notable /NOH-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – worthy of attention or notice; remarkable The artist received an award for her notable contributions to contemporary art. boundary /BOUN-duh-ree/ [noun] – a dividing line;…
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