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Companies brace for environmental cleanup costs in 2024

2024年4月16日

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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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Companies brace for environmental cleanup costs in 2024

2024年4月16日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think the term “polluter pay” means, and how do you think it could be relevant to environmental issues? Can you speculate on the potential benefits and challenges associated with implementing a “polluter pay” system to address environmental problems? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. collapse /kuh-LAPS/ [noun] – to fall down suddenly because of pressure or having no strength or support The old bridge collapsed under the weight of the heavy truck. manufacture /man-yuh-FAK-cher/ [verb] – to produce goods in large numbers, usually in a factory using machines…
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Companies brace for environmental cleanup costs in 2024

2024年4月16日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Have you ever heard about something called the “polluter pays” doctrine? Do you know what happens when companies contribute to environmental pollution? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 environmental /en-vahy-ruhn-MUHN-tl/ [adjective] – relating to the surroundings, especially in the context of the natural world. The environmental impact of the factory’s waste was significant. inexpensive /in-ik-SPEN-siv/ [adjective] – not costing a lot of money She found an inexpensive dress for the party that fit her budget. expect /ik-SPEKT/ [verb] – to anticipate or look forward to something happening We expect…
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KTOZ Shelter’s “Operation Frost” rescues 120 homeless dogs from bitter cold in Krakow, Poland

2024年4月15日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Can you share any personal experiences or stories you’ve encountered related to helping animals in need? In what ways can individuals provide assistance to a shelter for homeless animals? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. shelter /SHEL-ter/ [noun] – a place that provides protection or housing, especially for those in need The homeless kittens found warmth and care in the animal shelter. adopt /uh-DOPT/ [verb] – to take someone or something as one’s own, especially legally or officially Many families choose to adopt pets from shelters rather than buy them. result…
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KTOZ Shelter’s “Operation Frost” rescues 120 homeless dogs from bitter cold in Krakow, Poland

2024年4月15日

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. homeless /HOHM-lis/ [adjective] – without a home; having no permanent place of residence Sarah felt sympathetic toward the homeless man sleeping on the park bench, so she decided to buy him a warm meal. plea /plee/ [noun] – a sincere and emotional request or appeal Recognizing the urgency of the situation, the mayor issued a plea to the citizens to donate warm clothing for the homeless population as winter approached. issue /ISH-oo/ [verb] – to make an official statement or announcement The city council decided to issue a statement addressing the ongoing traffic issues in the…
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KTOZ Shelter’s “Operation Frost” rescues 120 homeless dogs from bitter cold in Krakow, Poland

2024年4月15日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Do you have shelters for homeless animals in your area? Have you seen any stories about animal shelters on social media? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 deal with /deel with/ [phrasal verb] – to take action in order to solve a problem or handle a situation The manager had to deal with a difficult customer complaint. temporary /TEM-puh-rer-ee/ [adjective] – lasting for a limited time We stayed in a temporary shelter until our house was repaired. extremely /ik-STREEM-lee / [adverb] – to a very great degree; very The…
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Winter smog shrouds Dhaka and New Delhi

2024年4月6日

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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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Winter smog shrouds Dhaka and New Delhi

2024年4月6日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Have you ever heard about winter smog before? Do you know what causes winter smog? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 dust /duhst / [noun] – dry dirt in the form of powder that covers surfaces inside a building, or very small dry pieces of soil, sand, or other substances The wind carried dust from the construction site into the neighboring houses. annual /AN-yoo-uhl/ [adjective] – happening once every year We celebrate our anniversary as our annual tradition. death /deth / [noun] – the end of life The news…
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