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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. habitat /hab-i-tat/ [noun] – the natural environment in which an animal or plant usually lives Deforestation destroys habitats and endangers wildlife. poacher /POH-cher/ [noun] – someone who catches and kills animals illegally Poachers often target rare species for their valuable parts. tusk /tuhsk/ [noun] – either of the two long, pointed teeth of some animals such as elephants Tusks are often targeted by hunters because of their ivory. ecosystem /EE-koh-sis-tuhm/ [noun] – all the living things in an area and the way they affect each other and the environment Coral reefs are among the most diverse…
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©Photos/George Calin via REUTERS Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. nurture /NUR-cher/ [verb] – to care for and encourage the growth or development of someone or something Teachers can nurture empathy in students by encouraging them to understand and respect each other’s feelings. compassion /kuhm-PASH-uhn/ [noun] – a feeling of deep sympathy and desire to help someone who is suffering Her compassion for animals led her to volunteer at a local shelter. fondness /FOND-nis/ [noun] – a strong liking or affection for someone or something He developed a fondness for classical music after taking piano lessons. coordinator /koh-AWR-dn-ey-ter/ [noun] – a person…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. grapple /GRAP-uhl/ [verb] – to struggle with or try to overcome something difficult Students often grapple with complex math problems during exams. flash drought /flash drout/ [noun] – a rapid onset of drought conditions that can occur in a matter of weeks The region experienced a flash drought that severely affected local farms. irregularity /ih-reg-yuh-LAR-i-tee/ [noun] – the quality of being irregular; something that is not regular in form or pattern The irregularity in train schedules caused many passengers to miss their connections. gradient /GREY-dee-uhnt/ [noun] – a rate of inclination; a slope or a change…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. agreement /uh-GREE-muhnt/ [noun] – a situation in which people have the same opinion or a formal arrangement between two or more parties The two countries reached an agreement to reduce carbon emissions by 50% by 2030. mechanism /MEK-uh-niz-uhm/ [noun] – a process that helps something take place The mechanism of photosynthesis allows plants to convert sunlight into energy, enabling them to grow and thrive. coordination /koh-awr-dn-EY-shuhn/ [noun] – the organization of people or things so that they work together efficiently Coordination between the teams was essential to complete the project on time. substantial /suhb-STAN-shuhl/ [adjective] –…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. submerged /suhb-MURJD/ [adjective] – to describe something that stays under the surface of the water The submerged ruins of the ancient city can only be seen during low tide. refuge /REF-yooj/ [noun] – a place of safety or shelter Many sought refuge in the mountains during the dangerous storm that hit the city. mobilize /MOH-buh-lahyz/ [verb] – to prepare and organize for active service or to move into action The community mobilized volunteers to help clean up after the flooding incident. integral /IN-ti-gruhl/ [adjective] – necessary to make a whole complete; essential or fundamental Teamwork is…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. link /lingk/ [verb] – to make or show a connection between two or more things The scientist linked the study results to previous research on climate change. extratropical /EK-struh-TROP-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – relating to areas outside of the tropics Extratropical storms often occur in regions where cold and warm air meet. meteorologist /mee-tee-uh-ROL-uh-jist/ [noun] – a scientist who studies weather and atmospheric conditions The meteorologist predicted rain based on the latest satellite images. atmospheric /at-muhs-FER-ik/ [adjective] – relating to the atmosphere or the air surrounding the Earth The atmospheric pressure decreased as the storm approached the coastline….
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. centenarian /sen-tn-AIR-ee-uhn/ [noun] – someone who is a 100 years old or more The town held a special celebration for the centenarians in the community. longevity /lon-JEV-i-tee/ [noun] – the length or duration of a person’s life; long life Scientists are studying ways to improve human longevity through medical advancements and healthier lifestyles. diminish /dih-MIN-ish/ [verb] – to reduce or be reduced in size or importance Over time, her fear of public speaking started to diminish, and she became more confident. eliminate /ih-LIM-uh-neyt/ [verb] – to remove or take away someone or something The new software…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. uncontrollable /uhn-kuhn-TROH-luh-buhl/ [adjective] – unable to be controlled or stopped The child’s uncontrollable laughter disrupted the quiet atmosphere of the library. suspicion /suh-SPISH-uhn/ [noun] – a belief or idea that something may be true, especially something bad, without proof Her sudden change in behavior raised suspicion among her coworkers. malfunction /mal-FUHNGK-shuhn/ [noun] – the failure of a machine, part, or system to work correctly The computer’s malfunction caused us to lose several hours of work. thorough /THUR-oh/ [adjective] – detailed and careful The researcher conducted a thorough review of all the scientific literature. reliability /ri-lahy-uh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun]…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. dome /dohm/ [noun] – a rounded or spherical structure, often used to cover a space or area A large dome covered the stadium, protecting fans from the rain. orchard /AWR-cherd/ [noun] – a piece of land where fruit trees are grown The family picked apples from the orchard during the fall harvest. drought /drout/ [noun] – a long period when there is little or no rain The region experienced severe droughts, affecting crop production. simulated /SI-myuh-lay-tuhd/ [adjective] – made to look like or have the features of something else The scientists conducted experiments in a simulated…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. convention /kuhn-VEN-shuhn/ [noun] – a large formal meeting of people who do something as a job or have a similar interest The teachers attended a convention to discuss new education strategies. frustration /fruh-STREY-shuhn/ [noun] – the feeling of being upset or annoyed because of the inability to achieve something She felt frustration when the computer crashed before she saved her work. rural /ROOR-uhl/ [adjective] – in, relating to, or characteristic of the countryside rather than the town The small, rural village had only one school and a few shops. lobbyist /LOB-ee-ist/ [noun] – someone who tries…
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