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The approach to reigniting fading passion
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is your definition of passion? How important is passion for achieving success? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. passion /PASH-uhn/ [noun] – an extreme interest in or wish for doing something, such as a hobby, activity, etc. She followed her passion for cooking and opened her own restaurant. enthusiasm /en-THOO-zee-az-uhm/ [noun] – a feeling of energetic interest in a particular subject or activity and an eagerness to be involved in it His enthusiasm for the project motivated the entire team to work harder. motivation /moh-tuh-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – enthusiasm for doing…
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The approach to reigniting fading passion
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. spark /spahrk / [noun] – a feeling or quality that causes excitement The spark of ambition was evident in the learners’ determination to succeed. survey /ser-VEY/ [verb] – to ask people questions in order to find out about their opinions or behavior The marketing team will survey potential customers to gather insights on the new product launch. relevance /REL-uh-vuhns/ [noun] – the degree to which something is related or useful to what is happening or being talked about The relevance of the topic lies in its potential to improve the quality of life for people and…
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What parents misunderstand about “milestones” in childhood
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. milestone /MAHYL-stohn/ [noun] – an important event in the development or history of something or in someone’s life Reaching milestones in your career can be a source of great pride and satisfaction. associate /uh-SOH-shee-it/ [adjective] – used in the title of a person whose rank is slightly lower or less complete than the full official position described She is an associate professor at the university. focus /FOH-kuhs/ [verb] – to give your full attention to what you are doing or to what is happening She focused all her energy on completing the project on time. pediatric…
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What parents misunderstand about “milestones” in childhood
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Can you tell me about a special memory from your childhood? What was the first thing you ever learned to cook or bake by yourself? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. obsession /uhb-SESH-uhn/ [noun] – something or someone that you think about all the time Her obsession with social media led to her spending most of her time scrolling through her feeds. come across /kuhm uh-KRAWS/ [phrasal verb] – to find something by chance I came across a beautiful painting while browsing through an art gallery. aware /uh-WAIR/ [adjective] – knowing…
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Have people lost their sense of proper conduct at work?
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. transition /tran-ZISH-uhn/ [noun] – a change from one form or type to another, or the process by which this happens The transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy is essential for decreasing the impacts of climate change. interaction /in-ter-AK-shuhn / [noun] – an occasion when two or more people or things communicate with or react to each other The interaction between the two species of predator and prey in the ecosystem plays a crucial role in maintaining its balance. hostile /HOS-tl/ [adjectve] – unfriendly and not liking something The hostile work environment created by the supervisor’s…
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Have people lost their sense of proper conduct at work?
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some examples of appropriate behavior in the workplace? How should employees communicate with their colleagues and superiors? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. concerned /kuhn-SURND/ [adjective] – worried John was concerned about the safety measures put in place at the office before returning to work. standard /STAN-derd/ [noun] – a level of quality The company has set a high standard for customer service that all employees must adhere to. grant /grant/ [verb] – to give or allow someone something, usually in an official way The manager granted the team’s…
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Have people lost their sense of proper conduct at work?
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。 Are you close with your coworkers or classmates? What is one thing you like about working with a team? 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。 imagine /ih-MAJ-in/ [verb] – to form or have a mental picture or idea of something Imagine a world without colors. control /kuhn-TROHL/ [noun] – the act of controlling something or someone, or the power to do this He always tries to have control over everything, but sometimes it’s best to let go. face-to-face /FEYS-tuh-FEYS/ [adjective] – directly, meeting someone in the same place I…
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