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preserve

/prɪˈzɜːrv/

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To maintain something in its original state or in good condition, often to protect it from harm or decay.

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profound

/prəˈfaʊnd/

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Having deep meaning, significance, or intensity, often used to describe knowledge, ideas, or emotions.

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timber

/ˈtɪmbər/

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Wood that is prepared for use in building and carpentry, commonly associated with construction materials.

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shaft

/ʃæft/

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A long, narrow passage or vertical tunnel, often found in mines, elevators, or mechanical structures.

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waterlogged

/ˈwɔːtərlɔːɡd/

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Completely saturated with water, often referring to soil, land, or objects that have absorbed excessive moisture.

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overlaying

/əʊvərˈleɪɪŋ/

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Lying or placed over something else, often referring to layers in geology or design.

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sediment

/ˈsɛdɪmənt/

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Particles of soil, sand, or minerals that settle at the bottom of a liquid, often used in environmental and geological contexts.

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excavation

/ˌɛkskəˈveɪʃən/

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The process of digging up and uncovering historical or archaeological remains.

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deduced

/dɪˈdjuːst/

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Arrived at a conclusion based on reasoning and available evidence.

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intricately

/ˈɪntrɪkətli/

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In a very detailed and complex manner, often referring to patterns, designs, or structures.

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plank

/plæŋk/

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A flat, thick piece of wood, often used in construction or flooring.

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seam

/siːm/

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A line where two materials or layers meet, often used in textiles, mining, and geology.

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wedges

/wɛdʒɪz/

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Triangular-shaped tools or pieces used to split, secure, or lift objects.

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moss

/mɒs/

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A small, green, non-flowering plant that grows in damp, shaded areas.

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yew

/juː/

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A type of evergreen tree, often associated with historical and cultural symbolism.

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antiquity

/ænˈtɪkwɪti/

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The ancient past, particularly referring to the classical civilizations of Greece and Rome.

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wreck

/rɛk/

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The remains of something that has been severely damaged, often referring to ships or vehicles.

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discarded

/dɪsˈkɑːdɪd/

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Thrown away or rejected as no longer useful.

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dismantled

/dɪˈmæntld/

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Taken apart or broken down into smaller components.

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ritually

/ˈrɪtʃʊəli/

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Carried out as part of a formal or ceremonial tradition.

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hindsight

/ˈhaɪndsaɪt/

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Understanding of an event after it has happened, often implying a realization that comes too late.

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debate

/dɪˈbeɪt/

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A formal discussion on a topic, often involving opposing viewpoints.

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apparent

/əˈpærənt/

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Clearly visible or understood, though sometimes only seeming to be true.

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perception

/pərˈsɛpʃən/

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The way in which something is understood or interpreted.

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# 7.0 owe | /oʊ/
To be in debt or obligated to someone for something.
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# 7.0 straddling | /ˈstrædlɪŋ/
Positioned across two different areas, concepts, or categories.
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# 7.0 conserved | /kənˈsɜːrvəd/
Protected from damage or loss, often referring to natural resources or historical sites.
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# 7.0 insurmountable | /ɪnsərˈmaʊntəbəl/
Too great to be overcome, often describing obstacles or difficulties.
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# 7.0 synthetic | /sɪnˈθɛtɪk/
Artificially made, often as an alternative to natural substances.
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# 7.0 maritime | /ˈmærɪtaɪm/
Related to the sea, ships, or navigation.
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# 7.0 conceived | /kənˈsiːvd/
Formed an idea or plan in the mind.
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# 7.0 lawn | /lɔːn/
A grassy area, usually maintained for aesthetic or recreational purposes.
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# 7.0 revenue | /ˈrɛvəˌnuː/
Income generated by a business, government, or organization.
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# 7.0 dwell time | /dwɛl taɪm/
The amount of time a person or object remains in a specific location.
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# 7.0 aeronautical | /ˌɛrəˈnɔːtɪkəl/
Relating to the science or practice of air travel and aircraft design.
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# 7.0 turn of the century | /tɜːrn ʌv ðə ˈsɛnʧəri/
The transition period between two centuries, often referring to historical changes.
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# 7.0 subsequently | /ˈsʌbsɪkwəntli/
Occurring afterward or as a result of something.
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# 7.0 merchandising | /ˌmɜːʧənˈdaɪzɪŋ/
The promotion and sale of goods, often in retail settings.
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# 7.0 provision | /prəˈvɪʒən/
The act of supplying or making something available.
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# 7.0 facilitator | /fəˈsɪlɪteɪtər/
A person who helps a process move forward smoothly, often in discussions or events.
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# 7.0 dedicated | /ˈdɛdɪˌkeɪtɪd/
Devoted to a particular purpose or cause.
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# 7.0 venue | /ˈvɛnjuː/
A place where events, performances, or meetings occur.
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# 7.0 prospect | /ˈprɒspɛkt/
The possibility or likelihood of a future event happening.
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# 7.0 perceived | /pərˈsiːvd/
Interpreted or regarded in a particular way.
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# 7.0 extent | /ɪksˈtɛnt/
The degree or range to which something happens or is true.
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# 7.0 proportion | /prəˈpɔːʃən/
A part, share, or amount in relation to the whole.
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# 7.0 venture | /ˈvɛntʃər/
A risky or daring journey or business undertaking.
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# 7.0 take for granted | /teɪk fɔːr ˈɡræntɪd/
To assume something is true or available without appreciating it.
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# 7.0 medium | /ˈmiːdɪəm/
A means of communication or expression, such as art, language, or technology.
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# 7.0 pronouncement | /prəˈnaʊnsmənt/
A formal or authoritative statement or declaration.
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# 7.0 daguerreotype | /dəˈɡɛrəˌtaɪp/
An early form of photography using a silver-plated surface.
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# 7.0 perplexing | /pəˈplɛksɪŋ/
Confusing or difficult to understand.
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# 7.0 outright rejection | /ˈaʊtraɪt rɪˈʤɛkʃən/
A complete and immediate refusal or dismissal.
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# 7.0 stature | /ˈstætʃər/
A person's or entity's reputation or importance.
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# 7.0 from the maze of | /frəm ðə meɪz ʌv/
Emerging from a complex or confusing situation.
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# 7.0 entertained | /ɪnˈtɜːteɪnɪd/
Considered an idea or possibility seriously.
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# 7.0 handwriting on the wall | /ˈhændˌraɪtɪŋ ɒn ðə wɔːl/
A warning sign that something bad is about to happen.
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# 7.0 embodiment | /ɪmˈbɒdɪmənt/
A tangible or visible representation of an idea, quality, or concept.
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# 7.0 cultivated | /ˈkʌltɪˌveɪtɪd/
Developed, improved, or prepared, often referring to land or personal qualities.
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# 7.0 regarded | /rɪˈɡɑːrdəd/
Considered or thought of in a particular way.
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# 7.0 transcend | /trænˈsɛnd/
To go beyond limits or exceed expectations.
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# 7.0 aroused | /əˈraʊzd/
Stimulated or awakened a feeling, response, or emotion.
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# 7.0 stringent | /ˈstrɪndʒənt/
Strict, precise, and demanding, often used for rules or regulations.
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# 7.0 dismiss | /dɪˈmɪs/
To reject, disregard, or send away.
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# 7.0 assertion | /əˈsɜːrʃən/
A confident and forceful statement of fact or belief.
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# 7.0 telling one truth for ten falsehoods | /ˈtɛlɪŋ wʌn truːθ fɔːr tɛn fɔːlsˈhʊdz/
Using a single truth to make false statements more believable.
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# 7.0 incorporated | /ɪnkɔːrˈpɔːreɪtɪd/
Included as part of a whole.
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# 7.0 renounce | /rɪˈnaʊns/
To formally give up a claim, belief, or position.
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# 7.0 prominent | /ˈprɒmɪnənt/
Easily noticeable or widely recognized.
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# 7.0 vigorously | /ˈvɪɡərəsli/
With great energy, enthusiasm, or strength.
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# 7.0 worthwhile | /ˈwɜːθˌwaɪl/
Deserving time, effort, or attention.
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# 7.0 enunciated | /ɪˈnʌnsɪeɪtɪd/
Spoken clearly and distinctly.
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# 7.0 latter | /ˈlætər/
Referring to the second of two things mentioned.
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# 7.0 literary | /ˈlɪtərəri/
Related to literature or writing.
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# 7.0 critic | /ˈkrɪtɪk/
A person who evaluates or judges something, often related to art or media.
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# 7.0 depiction | /dɪˈpɪkʃən/
A representation or description of something.
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# 7.0 likeness | /ˈlaɪknəs/
A similarity in appearance or character.
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# 7.0 devote | /dɪˈvəʊt/
To commit time, energy, or resources to something.
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# 7.0 fired by something | /faɪəd baɪ ˈsʌmθɪŋ/
Inspired or driven by a strong feeling or motivation.
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# 7.0 relieved | /rɪˈliːvd/
Feeling less anxious or stressed after a concern is removed.
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# 7.0 emphatic | /ɪˈfæmætɪk/
Expressed with emphasis and clarity.
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# 7.0 foster | /ˈfɒstər/
To encourage or promote development.
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# 7.0 substance | /ˈsʌbstəns/
A material with a distinct physical presence or a significant idea.
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# 7.0 famine | /ˈfæmɪn/
A severe shortage of food leading to widespread hunger.
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# 7.0 quandary | /ˈkwændəri/
A state of confusion or uncertainty in decision-making.
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# 7.0 critics | /ˈkrɪtɪks/
People who evaluate or judge something, often in the arts or media.
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# 7.0 critiques | /krɪˈtjuːks/
Detailed analyses and assessments of something.
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# 7.0 devising | /dɪˈvaɪzɪŋ/
Creating or planning something innovative.
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# 7.0 alleles | /æˈliːlz/
Different versions of a gene influencing traits.
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# 7.0 traits | /treɪts/
Characteristics or qualities that define a person or object.
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# 7.0 hereditary | /hɪˈrɛdɪtəri/
Passed from parents to offspring through genetics.
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# 7.0 rut | /rʌt/
A routine or habitual course of action that is difficult to change.
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# 7.0 rudimentary | /ˌruːdɪˈmɛntəri/
Basic or undeveloped.
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# 7.0 recessive | /rɪˈsɛsɪv/
A genetic trait that appears only when inherited from both parents.
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# 7.0 pedigrees | /ˈpɛdɪɡriːz/
Recorded lineages or ancestries.
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# 7.0 contend | /kənˈtɛnd/
To argue, assert, or struggle in competition.
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# 7.0 offspring | /ˈɒfsprɪŋ/
Children or descendants of an organism.
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# 7.0 allege | /əˈlɛdʒ/
To claim something without conclusive proof.
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# 7.0 put down | /pʊt daʊn/
To criticize or suppress someone or something.
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# 7.0 contraception | /ˌkɒntrəˈsɛpʃən/
Methods of preventing pregnancy.
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# 7.0 euthanasia | /juːθəˈneɪʒə/
The practice of intentionally ending life to relieve suffering.
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# 7.0 superfluous | /ˈsuːpəflʊəs/
Unnecessary or excessive.
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# 7.0 specimens | /ˈspɛsɪmɪnz/
Samples used for analysis or study.
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# 7.0 inbreeding | /ɪnˈbriːdɪŋ/
Reproduction within a small, closely related group.
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# 7.0 prey | /preɪ/
An animal hunted by predators.
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# 7.0 apex | /ˈeɪpɛks/
The highest or most important point.
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# 7.0 predator | /ˈprɛdətər/
An animal that hunts other animals for food.
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# 7.0 vultures | /ˈvʌltʃərz/
Scavenger birds that feed on dead animals.
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# 7.0 decay | /dɪˈkeɪ/
The process of rotting or breaking down.
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# 7.0 attitude | /ˈætɪtjud/
A person’s outlook or approach toward something.

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