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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. significance /sig-NIF-i-kuhns/ [noun] – the importance or meaning of something The historical artifact had great significance for the museum, representing a pivotal moment in ancient civilization. crackdown /KRAK-doun/ [noun] – a situation in which someone starts to deal with bad or illegal behavior in a more severe way The city launched a crackdown on illegal street vendors, aiming to maintain order in public spaces. widespread /WAHYD-SPRED/ [adjective] – existing or happening in many places and/or among many people The heavy rainfall led to widespread flooding in the city, affecting neighborhoods and disrupting daily life. burden /BUR-dn/…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. hazardous /HAZ-er-duhs / [adjective] – dangerous and involving risk, especially to someone’s health The chemicals stored in the factory were deemed hazardous, requiring special storage precautions. combat /kuhm-BAT/ [verb] – to try to stop something unpleasant or harmful from happening or increasing The government implemented measures to combat the spread of infectious diseases through vaccination campaigns. classify /KLAS-uh-fahy / [verb] – to divide things or people into groups according to their type, or to say which group or type something or someone belongs to Scientists classify animals based on their genetic characteristics to understand their evolutionary…
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©REUTERS/Hannah McKay Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. perspective /per-SPEK-tiv/ [noun] – a particular way of considering something His experience working abroad broadened his perspective on cultural diversity. disclose /dih-SKLOHZ/ [verb] – to make something known publicly, or to show something that was hidden The company decided to disclose its financial records to the public after much deliberation. recognition /rek-uhg-NISH-uhn/ [noun] – acknowledgment, appreciation, or identification of someone’s achievements, actions, or qualities The professor received international recognition for his groundbreaking research in the field of astrophysics. retailer /REE-tay-luh/ [noun] – a person, shop, or business that sells goods to the public The…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. confront /kuhn-FRUHNT/ [verb] – to face, meet, or deal with a difficult situation or person The company will confront significant challenges in the upcoming fiscal year due to economic uncertainties. trader /TREY-der/ [noun] – a person who buys and sells things The trader specialized in importing rare artifacts from different parts of the world to sell at antique auctions. scenario /si-NAIR-ee-oh/ [noun] – a description of possible actions or events in the future In the worst-case scenario, the team prepared for a sudden surge in demand for their product during the holiday season. yield /yeeld/ [noun]…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. comply /kuhm-PLAHY/ [verb] – to act according to an order, set of rules, or request The company must comply with the safety regulations to ensure workplace well-being. commodity /kuh-MOD-i-tee/ [noun] – a substance or product that can be traded, bought, or sold Coffee and cocoa are popular commodities in international trade due to their high demand. originate /uh-RIJ-uh-neyt/ [verb] – to come from a particular place, time, situation, etc. The antique vase originated in ancient Greece and dates back to the 5th century BC. reliance /ri-LAHY-uhns/ [noun] – the state of depending on or trusting in…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. erupt /ih-RUHPT / [verb] – to burst out or explode, especially in terms of a volcano emitting lava. The volcano erupted suddenly, sending ash and smoke into the sky. crack /krak/ [noun] – a narrow opening or fissure The earthquake caused a crack to form in the ground. extend /ik-STEND/ [verb] – to make something longer or larger; to stretch out She tried to extend her reach to grab the book from the shelf. measurement /MEZH-er-muhnt/ [noun] – the quantitative data collected or observed from specific tools or instruments Accurate measurements are essential in scientific experiments….
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. defy /dih-FAHY/ [verb] – to be extreme or very strange and therefore impossible to believe, describe, or explain The strange occurrences in the remote forest defied logical explanations, leaving researchers puzzled. official /uh-FISH-uhl/ [noun] – a person who has a position of responsibility in an organization The government officials announced the new policy during a press conference. snap /snap/ [noun] – a sudden, brief spell of cold weather; a sharp drop in temperature The snap in weather took us by surprise, turning a mild day into a chilly one. persist /per-SIST/ [verb] – to continue to…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. executive /ig-ZEK-yuh-tiv/ [noun] – someone in a high position, especially in business, who makes decisions and puts them into action The executive made strategic decisions to steer the company towards growth. drought /drout/ [noun] – long period when there is little or no rain The prolonged drought devastated the crops, leading to widespread agricultural losses. uncertainty /uhn-SUR-tn-tee/ [noun] – a situation in which something is not known, or something that is not known or certain The financial market faced uncertainty following unexpected regulatory changes. amid /uh-MID/ [preposition] – in the middle of or surrounded by Amid…
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©REUTERS/Napat Wesshasartar Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. strategically /struh-TEE-jik-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that helps to achieve a plan, for example, in business or politics The detective strategically placed hidden cameras to monitor the suspect’s movements without being detected. province /PROV-ins / [noun] – one of the areas that a country or empire is divided into as part of the organization of its government, which often has some control over its own laws The quaint village is nestled in the province of Tuscany, renowned for its picturesque landscapes and vineyards. transformation /trans-fer-MEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a complete change in the appearance…
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