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©Peter Foulds/Royal Forest and Bird Protection Society via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. awareness /uh-WAIR-nis/ [noun] – knowledge that something exists, or understanding of a situation or subject at the present time based on information or experience Her awareness of environmental issues grew after attending the school’s Earth Day program. campaign /kam-PEYN/ [noun] – a planned group of especially political, business, or military activities that are intended to achieve a particular aim The candidate launched a campaign to improve public safety in the neighborhood. distinctive /dih-STINGK-tiv / [adjective] – marking something as clearly different from others The distinctive aroma of…
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©REUTERS/Nicoco Chan Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. anticipation /an-tis-uh-PEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a feeling of excitement about something that is going to happen in the near future The students waited in eager anticipation for the announcement of the exam results. grace /greys / [verb] – to bring honor or charm to something; to adorn with beauty or elegance The blooming flowers graced the garden with vibrant colors. venture /VEN-cher/ [noun] – a risky or daring journey or undertaking Starting a small business can be a challenging venture, but it can also bring great rewards. pursuit /per-SOOT/ [ noun] – the action of…
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©Arterra/Universal Images Group Editorial/Getty Images Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. initiative /ih-NISH-uh-tiv/ [noun] – a new plan or process to achieve something or solve a problem The school launched an initiative to promote mental health awareness among students. allocate /AL-uh-keyt / [verb] – to distribute or designate resources, such as funds or time, for a particular purpose or task The project manager decided to allocate additional funds to speed up the completion of the construction project. innovative /IN-uh-vey-tiv/ [adjective] – using new methods or ideas The tech company introduced innovative features in its latest smartphone model. detrimental /de-truh-MEN-tl/ [adjective] – causing…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. issue /ISH-oo/ [verb] – to supply or distribute officially The government decided to issue evacuation orders to ensure the safety of the residents. hazard /HAZ-erd/ [noun] – a danger or risk Authorities warned residents about the potential hazards associated with the volcanic activity. retrieve /ri-TREEV/ [verb] – to get or bring something back, especially from a place where it should not be Residents were allowed a brief window to retrieve essential belongings during the evacuation. prompt /prompt/ [verb] – to encourage or assist (someone to do something) Authorities prompted residents to leave their homes quickly and…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. exemplify /ig-ZEM-pluh-fahy/ [verb] – to be or give a typical example of something The athlete’s dedication to daily training and unwavering commitment to her sport exemplify her passion for excellence. innovation /in-uh-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a new idea or method The company’s relentless pursuit of innovation has led to the development of groundbreaking products that have revolutionized the industry. verge /vurj/ [noun] – the edge or border of something The company was on the verge of bankruptcy before a new CEO implemented a successful turnaround strategy. resilience /ri-ZIL-yuhns/ [noun] – the ability to be happy, successful, etc….
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. swiftly /SWIFT-lee/ [adverb] – with great speed or velocity The rescue team swiftly arrived at the scene of the accident to provide assistance to the survivors. renowned /ri-NOUND/ [adjective] – famous for something The renowned pilot was celebrated for his exceptional skills and numerous successful missions. mishap /MIS-hap/ [noun] – bad luck, or an unlucky event or accident The training exercise was going smoothly until an unexpected technical issue led to a minor mishap that temporarily halted the operations. alliance /uh-LAHY-uhns/ [noun] – an agreement to work with someone else to try to achieve the same…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. renowned /ri-NOUND/ [adjective] – famous for something The artist was renowned for his intricate and captivating sculptures. ritual /RICH-oo-uhl/ [noun] – a way of doing something in which the same actions are done in the same way every time In some cultures, the wedding ceremony is filled with traditional rituals that have been passed down for generations. reliance /ri-LAHY-uhns/ [noun] – the state of depending on or trusting in something or someone The company’s success was built on its heavy reliance on innovative technology. resilience /ri-ZIL-yuhns/ [noun] – the ability to be happy, successful, etc. again…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. troublesome /TRUHB-uhl-suhm / [adjective] – causing problems, difficulties, or annoyance The noisy neighbors were quite troublesome, keeping me awake at night. allocate /AL-uh-keyt/ [verb] – to distribute or assign resources, funds, or tasks for a specific purpose The government decided to allocate more funds to improve healthcare in rural areas. transmit /trans-MIT/ [verb] – to send or pass on something (such as information, signals, or diseases) from one place or person to another Radios and TV stations transmit signals through the air to reach your home. distress /dih-STRES/ [noun] – a feeling of extreme worry, sadness,…
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©Bayerisches Landesamt für Denkmalpflege Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. glimpse /glimps/ [noun] – an occasion when you see something or someone for a very short time As the train passed by, I caught a glimpse of the beautiful sunset over the horizon. blend /blend/ [noun] – a mixture of different things or styles The chef created a unique blend of spices that gave the dish its extraordinary flavor. parallel /PAR-uh-lel/ [adjective] – if two or more lines, streets, etc. are parallel, the distance between them is the same all along their length The railroad tracks ran parallel to the highway, stretching…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. erupt /ih-RUHPT/ [verb] – to start suddenly and violently The debate over the proposed environmental regulations erupted into a heated discussion among policymakers, highlighting the deep divisions on the issue. arid /AR-id/ [adjective] – very dry and without enough rain for plants The arid desert landscape offered little respite from the scorching sun and relentless heat. fragile /FRAJ-uhl/ [adjective] – easily destroyed, ended, or made to fail The fragile vase teetered on the edge of the shelf, causing everyone to hold their breath in anticipation of a potential accident. essence /ES-uhns / [noun] – the basic…
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