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PLACES
Memorable = something special or unforgettable
For example: Traveling round America with my family was a
memorable experience. We managed to visit six states in total and did
an amazing road trip down Route 66. 
Custom = a local tradition or habit
For example: It’s a custom to eat cheese and cold-cuts in Mediterranean
countries such as Spain and Italy. 
Remote = isolated or far away
For example: During our trip to Thailand, we visited a remote island just
off the coast of Phuket. It was spectacular.
Spectacular = stunning, amazing or very impressive
For example: When I visited Bangkok, I ate the most spectacular food
and the temples were absolutely stunning. 
Landscape = large natural area of land
For example: The South of Spain has some amazing landscapes. In some
areas, you can go skiing in the mornings and then go to the hot beach in
the afternoon. It’s stunning.
Basic = simple, not complicated or luxurious. (Often used to describe
accommodation)
For example: Our hotel was really basic, but we only used it as a place
to sleep. We spent most of our time outside, exploring the city and going
on guided tours. It was an amazing experience.
Barren = without vegetation

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For example: The landscape is quite barren, but it’s stunningly beautiful.
The sunsets in particular are amazing. 
Wander = walk without a specific destination
For example: On our first day in Berlin, we wandered round the city and
explored different markets and bars around the centre.

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NIMALS
Endangered = a species of animal or plant that’s dying.
For example: The Mountain Gorilla is one of the most critically
endangered animals on the planet. 
Venomous = poisonous
For example: Many people assume that most snakes are poisonous, but
of the 3,500 snake species around the world, only 600 are actually
venomous.
Domesticated = trained to live with humans in houses instead of in the
wild.
For example: I think it’s important to remember that not all animals can
be or should be domesticated. I honestly believe that people should not
be allowed to have pets like snakes, birds or monkeys. It’s cruel and
potentially dangerous in my opinion. 
Thrive = grow strong
For example: While many animals are already facing and will continue
to face serious problems due to global warming, some species will
actually thrive on a warming planet.
Vulnerable = something that can be hurt or that is in danger.
For example: Scientists recently created the largest botanical dataset
ever, and discovered that almost 40% of plant species that live on land
are potentially vulnerable to global warming. If we don’t make radical
changes now, we risk losing these species in the next few years. This
will be carry disastrous consequences for human beings.
Dwindle = shrink in numbers, become fewer or weaker

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For example: Higher penalties could stop smugglers, protect public
health and help preserve dwindling species such as tigers.
Habitat = Natural environment of an animal or plant species.
For example: The large human presence in the area has had an negative
effect on fish habitats.
Survival = continuing to exist
For example: We must put stricter systems in place in order to ensure
the survival of species such as chimpanzees, mountain gorillas and
orangutans.
Co-exist = live in the same time or place
For example: Humans can co-exist with plants and other animals, we
just need to see it as a major priority. I strongly believe that in ten or
twenty-years-time it will be too late to reverse the effects of global
warming. We must act now; our survival depends on it.

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