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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. hail /heyl / [noun] – small, hard balls of ice that fall from the sky like rain The forecast predicts a severe thunderstorm with possible hail this afternoon. saturated /SAT-uh-ray-ted/ [adjective] – containing as much of a substance as possible. The sponge was saturated with water and couldn’t hold anymore. excessive /ek-SEH-siv/ [adjective] – too much; more than is reasonable Eating excessive amounts of candy can make you feel sick. hypothermia /hy-poh-THER-mee-uh/ [noun] – a serious medical condition caused by very low body temperature After falling into the icy lake, he was treated for hypothermia. impassible…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. algorithm /AL-guh-rith-uhm/ [noun] – a set of rules or a step-by-step procedure designed to perform a specific task or solve a problem The algorithm used on online shopping websites helps predict customer preferences and suggest products accordingly. divestiture /dih-VES-ti-cher/ [noun] – the act of selling something, especially a business or part of a business, or of no longer investing money in something The company announced the divestiture of its non-core assets to focus on its primary business operations. feasible /FEE-zuh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to be made, done, or achieved The engineers are currently assessing whether the…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. short circuit /shawrt SUR-kit/ [noun] – a problem caused by an electrical connection that is incomplete The robot stopped moving because of a short circuit in its wiring. originate /uh-RIJ-uh-neyt ]/ [verb] – to come from a particular place, time, situation, etc. The river originates in the mountains and flows down to the valley below. spokesperson /SPOHKS-pur-suhn / [noun] – someone who is chosen to speak officially for a group, organization, etc. The company’s spokesperson announced the new product during the press conference. inspection /in-SPEK-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of looking at or examining something carefully…
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©REUTERS/Thomas Mukoya Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. constitute /KON-sti-toot/ [verb] – to make up or comprise Organic materials constitute about 70% of the total municipal waste in many urban areas. methane /METH-eyn/ [noun] – a colorless, odorless gas that is produced during the decomposition of organic waste Methane emissions from decomposing organic waste contribute to climate change. decompose /dee-kuhm-POHZ/ [verb] – to decay or to cause something to decay The fallen leaves decompose slowly, enriching the soil with nutrients. astronomical /as-truh-NOM-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – extremely large or exceedingly great The company faced astronomical costs after the data breach, severely impacting its annual…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. acknowledge /ak-NOL-ij/ [verb] – to accept, admit, or recognize something, or the truth or existence of something She finally acknowledged her mistake and apologized. evaluate /ih-VAL-yoo-eyt/ [verb] – to judge or determine the significance, worth, or quality of something; assess Teachers evaluate students’ progress through various assessments. conscious /KON-shuhs/ [adjective] – aware of and responding to one’s surroundings; awake She became conscious of the noise outside and woke up. explicitly /ik-SPLIS-it-lee/ [adverb] – in a clear and detailed manner, leaving no room for confusion or doubt The instructions explicitly stated not to use a calculator. selection…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. wildfire /WAHYLD-fahyuhr/ [noun] – a large, destructive fire that spreads quickly over woodland or brush Last summer, a wildfire swept through the forest, destroying everything in its path. favorable /FEY-ver-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – describes conditions that are advantageous or beneficial The weather forecast predicted favorable conditions for our picnic, with clear skies and mild temperatures. containment /kuhn-TEYN-muhnt/ [noun] – the action of keeping something harmful under control or within limits Firefighters worked tirelessly to achieve containment of the wildfire, preventing it from spreading further. proactive /proh-AK-tiv/ [adjective] – taking action to control or prevent a situation rather…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. stranded /STRAN-did/ [adjective] – unable to move or leave a place, typically because of an unforeseen situation. During the storm, many people were stranded at the airport due to canceled flights. official /uh-FISH-uhl/ [noun] – a person holding a position of authority in an organization; authorized or confirmed by someone in authority The officials at the health department announced new guidelines to improve public safety. cancellation /KAN-suh-LEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the action of canceling something, such as an event or a reservation The cancellation of the outdoor concert disappointed many fans, but it was necessary due to…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. intriguing /uhn-TREE-guhng/ [adjective] – arousing curiosity or interest; fascinating The mystery novel had an intriguing plot that kept readers hooked until the last page. elate /ih-LEYT/ [verb] – to make someone ecstatically happy Winning the lottery elated Sarah, and she couldn’t wait to share the exciting news with her family and friends. commence /kuh-MENS/ [verb] – to begin or start The graduation ceremony commenced with the national anthem, marking the beginning of the event. blend /blend / [noun] – a mixture or combination of different elements The chef created a perfect blend of spices, giving the…
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©REUTERS/Alfredo Galarza Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. drought /drout/ [noun] – a long period when there is little or no rain The region has been experiencing a severe drought, causing widespread crop failures. brink /bringk / [noun] – the edge of a steep place Standing on the brink, the adventurer marveled at the vast expanse below. accelerated /uhk-SEH-lr-ay-tuhd/ [adjective] – faster than usual The accelerated development of the software allowed the team to launch the product ahead of schedule. paramount /PAR-uh-mount/ [adjective] – more important than anything else, supreme Ensuring the safety of passengers is paramount for the airline industry. succumb…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. classify /KLAS-uh-fahy/ [adjective] – to categorize or group something based on certain characteristics or criteria, often to organize or understand it better The scientist classified the newly discovered species of butterfly based on its wing patterns and habitat preferences. unnoticed /uhn-NOW-tuhst/ [adjective] – not observed or perceived; not attracting attention The small, unnoticed changes in the environment can have a significant impact. underscore /UHN-der-skawr/ [verb] – to emphasize or highlight; to draw attention to The results of the experiment underscore the importance of conservation efforts. vulnerable /VUHL-ner-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – easily harmed or affected; open to attack…
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