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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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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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