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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. mandate /MAN-deyt/ [verb] – to give someone the authority to act in a certain way The government will mandate new safety rules for all public buildings. circumstance /SUR-kuhm-stans/ [noun] – a condition or fact that affects a situation The athlete continued to compete, despite the difficult circumstances of an injury. enforce /en-FAWRS/ [verb] – to make sure that laws or rules are followed The school will enforce the dress code to maintain a professional environment. restriction /ri-STRIK-shuhn/ [noun] – a rule or law that limits something The city has a restriction on noise levels after 10…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. decline /dih-KLAHYN/ [noun] – a reduction or decrease in amount, quality, or strength There was a noticeable decline in sales during the winter months. surge /surj/ [verb] – to increase suddenly and strongly Electricity demand surged during the heatwave. discrepancy /dih-SKREP-uhn-see/ [noun] – a lack of compatibility or similarity between two or more facts The accountant noticed a discrepancy in the financial reports. modest /MOD-ist/ [adjective] – not large, elaborate, or expensive; limited in size or amount The project had modest goals but achieved great success. trajectory /truh-JEK-tuh-ree / [noun] – the way in which a…
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©(AP Photo/Felix Scheyer) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. impairment /im-PAIR-muhnt/ [noun] – a condition in which a part of a person’s body or mind is damaged or does not work properly Hearing impairments can affect a person’s ability to communicate effectively. commentator /KOM-uhn-tey-ter/ [noun] – a reporter for radio or television who provides a spoken description of and remarks on an event, especially a sports competition, as it happens The commentator provided insightful analysis throughout the entire football match. permissible /per-MIS-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – allowed It is permissible to use electronic devices during the exam under certain conditions. anticipate /an-TIS-uh-peyt/ [verb] –…
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©(City of Ashiya via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. supercentenarian /soo-per-sen-tn-AIR-ee-uhn/ [noun] – a person who is 110 years old or more The research team is studying the health and lifestyle habits of supercentenarians around the world. extraordinary /ik-STRAWR-dn-er-ee/ [adjective] – very unusual, special, unexpected, or strange Her extraordinary talent in playing the piano was evident from a young age. garner /GAHR-ner/ [verb] – to gather or collect, especially something of value or interest The artist’s latest exhibition garnered widespread praise from critics and visitors alike. textile /TEKS-tahyl/ [adjective] – relating to fabric or cloth She wore a beautiful textile…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. visually /VIZH-oo-uh-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that relates to seeing or sight The painting is visually appealing because of its bright colors. accessible /ak-SES-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – easy to reach, enter, or use The building is accessible to people with disabilities. spectator /SPEK-tey-ter/ [noun] – a person who watches something, such as a sport or performance The spectators cheered loudly during the soccer match. societal /suh-SAHY-i-tl/ [adjective] – relating to society or social relations The campaign addresses important societal issues like poverty and education. composition /kom-puh-ZISH-uhn/ [noun] – the way in which something is put together,…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. hormonal /hawr-MOHN-l/ [adjective] – related to hormones, which are chemical substances in the body that regulate various functions She experienced hormonal changes during her pregnancy that affected her mood. diplomacy /dih-PLOH-muh-see/ [noun] – the practice of managing international relations, typically by a country’s representatives abroad Effective diplomacy often involves careful negotiation and building strong relationships between countries. stabilize /STEY-buh-lahyz/ [verb] – to make or become more stable or steady The technician worked to stabilize the fluctuating power supply to prevent damage to the equipment. commend /kuh-MEND/ [verb] – to formally praise someone or something The teacher…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. statutory /STACH-oo-tawr-ee/ [adjective] – decided or controlled by law The statutory requirement for obtaining a driver’s license includes passing both a written and a practical test. alleviate /uh-LEE-vee-eyt/ [verb] – to make (suffering, deficiency, or a problem) less severe The charity aims to alleviate poverty in the region by providing food and medical supplies to those in need. reform /ri-FAWRM/ [noun] – an improvement or change that is made to a particular system, structure, or policy The government is planning to introduce educational reform to improve the quality of teaching in public schools. reliant /ri-LAHY-uhnt/ [adjective]…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. extravagant /ek-STRAV-uh-guhnt/ [adjective] – spending much more money or using many more things than you need to The princess wore an extravagant gown with diamonds and pearls. opulent /OP-pyuh-luhnt/ [adjective] – grand and expensive-looking, showing great wealth The opulent palace was decorated with gold and intricate carvings. constellation /KON-stuh-LEY-shuhn/ [noun] – metaphorically used to describe a collection of prominent or influential figures The conference was a constellation of industry leaders, each shining brightly with innovative ideas and experience. dazzling /DAZ-uh-ling/ [adjective] – extremely impressive, beautiful, or skillful The fireworks display was dazzling, with bursts of color…
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