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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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owe

/oʊ/

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To be in debt or obligated to someone for something.

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straddling

/ˈstrædlɪŋ/

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Positioned across two different areas, concepts, or categories.

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conserved

/kənˈsɜːrvəd/

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Protected from damage or loss, often referring to natural resources or historical sites.

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insurmountable

/ɪnsərˈmaʊntəbəl/

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Too great to be overcome, often describing obstacles or difficulties.

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synthetic

/sɪnˈθɛtɪk/

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Artificially made, often as an alternative to natural substances.

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maritime

/ˈmærɪtaɪm/

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Related to the sea, ships, or navigation.

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conceived

/kənˈsiːvd/

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Formed an idea or plan in the mind.

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lawn

/lɔːn/

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A grassy area, usually maintained for aesthetic or recreational purposes.

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revenue

/ˈrɛvəˌnuː/

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Income generated by a business, government, or organization.

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dwell time

/dwɛl taɪm/

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The amount of time a person or object remains in a specific location.

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aeronautical

/ˌɛrəˈnɔːtɪkəl/

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Relating to the science or practice of air travel and aircraft design.

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turn of the century

/tɜːrn ʌv ðə ˈsɛnʧəri/

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The transition period between two centuries, often referring to historical changes.

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subsequently

/ˈsʌbsɪkwəntli/

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Occurring afterward or as a result of something.

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merchandising

/ˌmɜːʧənˈdaɪzɪŋ/

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The promotion and sale of goods, often in retail settings.

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provision

/prəˈvɪʒən/

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The act of supplying or making something available.

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facilitator

/fəˈsɪlɪteɪtər/

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A person who helps a process move forward smoothly, often in discussions or events.

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dedicated

/ˈdɛdɪˌkeɪtɪd/

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Devoted to a particular purpose or cause.

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venue

/ˈvɛnjuː/

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A place where events, performances, or meetings occur.

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prospect

/ˈprɒspɛkt/

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The possibility or likelihood of a future event happening.

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perceived

/pərˈsiːvd/

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Interpreted or regarded in a particular way.

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extent

/ɪksˈtɛnt/

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The degree or range to which something happens or is true.

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proportion

/prəˈpɔːʃən/

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A part, share, or amount in relation to the whole.

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venture

/ˈvɛntʃər/

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A risky or daring journey or business undertaking.

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take for granted

/teɪk fɔːr ˈɡræntɪd/

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To assume something is true or available without appreciating it.

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medium

/ˈmiːdɪəm/

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A means of communication or expression, such as art, language, or technology.

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pronouncement

/prəˈnaʊnsmənt/

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A formal or authoritative statement or declaration.

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daguerreotype

/dəˈɡɛrəˌtaɪp/

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An early form of photography using a silver-plated surface.

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perplexing

/pəˈplɛksɪŋ/

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Confusing or difficult to understand.

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outright rejection

/ˈaʊtraɪt rɪˈʤɛkʃən/

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A complete and immediate refusal or dismissal.

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stature

/ˈstætʃər/

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A person’s or entity’s reputation or importance.

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from the maze of

/frəm ðə meɪz ʌv/

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Emerging from a complex or confusing situation.

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entertained

/ɪnˈtɜːteɪnɪd/

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Considered an idea or possibility seriously.

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handwriting on the wall

/ˈhændˌraɪtɪŋ ɒn ðə wɔːl/

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A warning sign that something bad is about to happen.

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embodiment

/ɪmˈbɒdɪmənt/

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A tangible or visible representation of an idea, quality, or concept.

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cultivated

/ˈkʌltɪˌveɪtɪd/

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Developed, improved, or prepared, often referring to land or personal qualities.

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regarded

/rɪˈɡɑːrdəd/

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Considered or thought of in a particular way.

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transcend

/trænˈsɛnd/

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To go beyond limits or exceed expectations.

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aroused

/əˈraʊzd/

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Stimulated or awakened a feeling, response, or emotion.

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stringent

/ˈstrɪndʒənt/

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Strict, precise, and demanding, often used for rules or regulations.

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dismiss

/dɪˈmɪs/

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To reject, disregard, or send away.

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assertion

/əˈsɜːrʃən/

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A confident and forceful statement of fact or belief.

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telling one truth for ten falsehoods

/ˈtɛlɪŋ wʌn truːθ fɔːr tɛn fɔːlsˈhʊdz/

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Using a single truth to make false statements more believable.

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incorporated

/ɪnkɔːrˈpɔːreɪtɪd/

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Included as part of a whole.

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renounce

/rɪˈnaʊns/

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To formally give up a claim, belief, or position.

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prominent

/ˈprɒmɪnənt/

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Easily noticeable or widely recognized.

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vigorously

/ˈvɪɡərəsli/

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With great energy, enthusiasm, or strength.

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worthwhile

/ˈwɜːθˌwaɪl/

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Deserving time, effort, or attention.

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enunciated

/ɪˈnʌnsɪeɪtɪd/

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Spoken clearly and distinctly.

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latter

/ˈlætər/

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Referring to the second of two things mentioned.

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literary

/ˈlɪtərəri/

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Related to literature or writing.

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critic

/ˈkrɪtɪk/

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A person who evaluates or judges something, often related to art or media.

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depiction

/dɪˈpɪkʃən/

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A representation or description of something.

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likeness

/ˈlaɪknəs/

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A similarity in appearance or character.

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devote

/dɪˈvəʊt/

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To commit time, energy, or resources to something.

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fired by something

/faɪəd baɪ ˈsʌmθɪŋ/

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Inspired or driven by a strong feeling or motivation.

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relieved

/rɪˈliːvd/

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Feeling less anxious or stressed after a concern is removed.

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emphatic

/ɪˈfæmætɪk/

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Expressed with emphasis and clarity.

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foster

/ˈfɒstər/

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To encourage or promote development.

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substance

/ˈsʌbstəns/

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A material with a distinct physical presence or a significant idea.

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famine

/ˈfæmɪn/

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A severe shortage of food leading to widespread hunger.

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quandary

/ˈkwændəri/

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A state of confusion or uncertainty in decision-making.

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critics

/ˈkrɪtɪks/

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People who evaluate or judge something, often in the arts or media.

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critiques

/krɪˈtjuːks/

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Detailed analyses and assessments of something.

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devising

/dɪˈvaɪzɪŋ/

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Creating or planning something innovative.

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alleles

/æˈliːlz/

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Different versions of a gene influencing traits.

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traits

/treɪts/

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Characteristics or qualities that define a person or object.

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hereditary

/hɪˈrɛdɪtəri/

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Passed from parents to offspring through genetics.

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rut

/rʌt/

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A routine or habitual course of action that is difficult to change.

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rudimentary

/ˌruːdɪˈmɛntəri/

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Basic or undeveloped.

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recessive

/rɪˈsɛsɪv/

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A genetic trait that appears only when inherited from both parents.

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pedigrees

/ˈpɛdɪɡriːz/

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Recorded lineages or ancestries.

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contend

/kənˈtɛnd/

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To argue, assert, or struggle in competition.

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offspring

/ˈɒfsprɪŋ/

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Children or descendants of an organism.

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allege

/əˈlɛdʒ/

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To claim something without conclusive proof.

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put down

/pʊt daʊn/

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To criticize or suppress someone or something.

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contraception

/ˌkɒntrəˈsɛpʃən/

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Methods of preventing pregnancy.

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euthanasia

/juːθəˈneɪʒə/

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The practice of intentionally ending life to relieve suffering.

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superfluous

/ˈsuːpəflʊəs/

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Unnecessary or excessive.

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specimens

/ˈspɛsɪmɪnz/

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Samples used for analysis or study.

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inbreeding

/ɪnˈbriːdɪŋ/

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Reproduction within a small, closely related group.

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prey

/preɪ/

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An animal hunted by predators.

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apex

/ˈeɪpɛks/

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The highest or most important point.

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predator

/ˈprɛdətər/

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An animal that hunts other animals for food.

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vultures

/ˈvʌltʃərz/

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Scavenger birds that feed on dead animals.

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decay

/dɪˈkeɪ/

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The process of rotting or breaking down.

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attitude

/ˈætɪtjud/

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A person’s outlook or approach toward something.