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Japan’s suicide rate rises during pandemic - BBC News
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林宜悉 posted on 2021/06/09Ever wondered about the hidden struggles behind the headlines? This BBC News report dives deep into the rise of suicide rates in Japan during the pandemic, exploring the societal factors like economic impact and precarious work that contribute to this harrowing issue. You'll gain valuable insights into mental health challenges and cultural depth while picking up useful vocabulary for discussing sensitive topics.
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pandemic
US /pænˈdɛmɪk/
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UK /pæn'demɪk/
- Adjective
- (of a disease) existing in almost all of an area or in almost all of a group of people, animals, or plants
- Noun
- a pandemic disease
C2
More multiple
US /ˈmʌltəpəl/
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UK /ˈmʌltɪpl/
- Adjective
- Having or involving more than one of something
- Having or involving several parts, elements, or members.
- Countable Noun
- Number produced by multiplying a smaller number
- A number of identical circuit elements connected in parallel or series.
B1
More permanent
US /ˈpɚmənənt/
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UK /'pɜ:mənənt/
- Adjective
- Lasting forever; not temporary or changing
- Intended to last or remain for an unlimited period
- Noun
- A person who is a permanent employee.
- A chemical treatment to create lasting curls or waves in the hair.
B1TOEIC
More pattern
US /ˈpætən/
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UK /'pætn/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Model to follow in making or doing something
- Colors or shapes which are repeated on objects
- Transitive Verb
- To copy the way something else is made
- To decorate with a pattern.
A2TOEIC
More Use Energy
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