Words in Context 2A - Facing Disastrous Floods, They Turned to Mangrove Trees for Protection Flashcards

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a change which is a result or consequence of an action or other cause

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effects

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a situation involving exposure to danger

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risk

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the expanse of salt water that covers most of the earth’s surface and surrounds its landmasses

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sea

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plan or invent by careful thought

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devised

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visible; in a vulnerable position or situation

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exposed

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a recurrent or rhythmical pattern of coming and going or decline and regrowth

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ebb and flow

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extend out, over, or beyond the main body or line of something; to protrude

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jutting

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