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Juneau braces for potential Mendenhall glacier flooding as basin nears danger level

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©Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. proactive /proh-AK-tiv/ [adjective] – taking action by causing change rather than reacting to events after they happen The school was proactive in adding more safety drills before typhoon season. perilous /PER-uh-luhs/ [adjective] – extremely dangerous Driving on icy roads at night can be perilous. expeditious /ek-spi-DISH-uhs/ [adjective] – quick and effective The team took an expeditious route to finish the repairs before the storm. dissatisfaction /dis-sat-is-FAK-shuhn/ [noun] – a feeling of not being pleased or happy with something The passengers showed dissatisfaction when the train was delayed…
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Ancient tomb found in Luxor offers new clues about Egypt’s history

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. remarkable /ri-MAHR-kuh-buhl/ [adjective] – unusual or special and therefore surprising and worth mentioning The museum has a remarkable collection of ancient coins. exceptionally /ik-SEP-shuh-nuh-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that is much greater than usual, especially in skill, intelligence, quality, etc. The food at that restaurant is exceptionally good. meticulous /muh-TIK-yuh-luhs/ [adjective] – very careful and with great attention to every detail The artist was meticulous in painting every line. revitalize /ree-VAHYT-l-ahyz/ [verb] – to give new life, energy, activity, or success to something The town built a park to revitalize the area. collaborative /kuh-LAB-uh-rey-tiv/ [adjective]…
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Thailand sets up emergency animal shelters amid border conflict

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. evacuate /ih-VAK-yoo-eyt/ [verb] – to leave a place because it is dangerous People had to evacuate the airport after a fire alarm went off. alleviate /uh-LEE-vee-eyt/ [verb] – to make something less painful, difficult, or severe The new support program will help alleviate stress for workers. distress /dih-STRES/ [noun] – a strong feeling of worry, sadness, or pain The family showed signs of distress after losing their home. gratitude /GRAT-i-tood/ [noun] – a feeling of being thankful We want to express our gratitude for your help during the event. reliant /ri-LAHY-uhnt/ [adjective] – needing or depending…
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Modernization of camel dairy sector boosts Somalia’s market growth

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. fraction /FRAK-shuhn/ [noun] – a small part of a whole Only a fraction of the donated clothes were given to the people in need. untapped /un-TAPT/ [adjective] – not used yet or not developed The company is looking for untapped markets in small towns to sell their products. sectoral /SEK-tuh-ruhl/ [adjective] – related to a specific part or division of a country’s economy or activity Sectoral growth in tourism has helped create more jobs in the region. intolerance /in-TOL-er-uhns/ [noun] – a medical condition where the body cannot process certain foods or substances His lactose intolerance…
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U.N. court says countries may be legally responsible for climate inaction

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©(AP Photo/Peter Dejong) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. reparation /rep-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – payment or action made to correct a wrong or damage, especially between countries or groups The company offered reparations to local farmers after polluting their water supply. existential /eg-zi-STEN-shuhl/ [adjective] – related to human existence or survival, especially when under serious threat Scientists warned that nuclear war poses an existential threat to humanity. lawsuit /LAW-soot/ [noun] – a legal case brought to a court by a person or group against another The company faced several lawsuits after releasing unsafe products. pivotal /PIV-uh-tl/ [adjective] – very important or central to…
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Lovebugs swarm South Korea in July

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©Im Soon-shuck/Yonhap via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. notable /NOH-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – important or interesting enough to be noticed or mentioned The museum had a notable painting by a famous artist. considerable /kuhn-SID-er-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – important or interesting enough to be noticed or mentioned The museum had a notable painting by a famous artist. escalation /eh-skuh-LAY-shn/ [noun] – a situation in which something becomes greater or more serious There was an escalation in noise after the concert began. sustainable /suh-STEY-nuh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to continue for a long time without causing damage They use sustainable energy like wind and solar…
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European countries issue health alerts as heat wave intensifies

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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 saw unprecedented rain that flooded every street. acceleration /ak-sel-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of becoming faster or happening more quickly The acceleration of the train made some passengers lose balance. devastating /DEV-uh-stey-ting/ [adjective] – causing great damage or suffering The devastating storm destroyed many houses in the village. compelling /kuhm-PEL-ing/ [adjective] – very exciting, interesting, or persuasive The movie had a compelling story that kept everyone watching. resilience /ri-ZIL-yuhns/ [noun] – the ability to become strong or healthy again after something bad…
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US proposes pangolin protection under Endangered Species Act to curb global trafficking

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©AP Photo/Themba Hadebe, File Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. commendable /kuh-MEN-duh-buhl/ [adjective] – deserving praise Her effort to clean the beach was truly commendable. obliteration /uh-blit-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – the complete destruction of something The storm caused the obliteration of the old bridge. magnitude /MAG-ni-tood/ [noun] – the large size or importance of something The magnitude of the flood was worse than expected. imperative /im-PER-uh-tiv/ [adjective] – extremely important or necessary It is imperative to wear a helmet while biking. awareness /uh-WAIR-nis/ [noun] – knowledge or understanding of a situation or fact The teacher raised awareness about bullying in school. Article reading:…
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Young elephant seal appears in South African town; rescuers return it to sea

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©(AP Photo) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. juvenile /JOO-vuh-nl/ [adjective] – young or not fully grown The zoo recently welcomed a juvenile panda to its animal family. enforcement /en-FAWRS-muhnt/ [noun] – the act of making sure that laws or rules are followed The city increased enforcement of parking regulations near schools. welfare /WEL-fair/ [noun] – the health, safety, and well-being of a person, animal, or group The shelter works hard to ensure the welfare of rescued animals. dehydration /dee-hahy-DREY-shuhn/ [noun] – a condition where the body lacks enough water Hikers were warned about the risk of dehydration during the heatwave. initiate…
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American runner Yared Nuguse breaks indoor mile record, wins Olympic medal

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©(AP Photo/Matthias Schrader, File) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. surpass /ser-PAS/ [verb] – to do better than someone or something Her record was surpassed by a new champion. solidify /suh-LID-uh-fahy/ [verb] – to make something stronger or more certain The team’s victory solidified its place in the finals. orthodontist /or-thuh-DON-tist/ [noun] – a dentist who fixes teeth and makes them straight My friend wants to become an orthodontist to help people with their teeth. inclusivity /in-kloo-SI-vuh-tee/ [noun] – the idea of including all people, no matter their background or identity The school promotes inclusivity by celebrating different cultures. consistently /kuhn-SIS-tuhnt-lee/ [adverb]…
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