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Western and Northern Europe Vocabulary
tram
tram
[noun]

a vehicle that is powered by electricity and moves on rails in a street, used for transporting passengers

Ex: The tram glided smoothly along its tracks, taking commuters through the heart of the city. 
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fondly
fondly
[Adverb]

with affection, warmth, or tender liking

Ex: She reminisced fondly about her childhood adventures. 
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subject
subject
[noun]

a branch or an area of knowledge that we study at a school, college, or university

Ex: At university, Jane specialized in the subject of linguistics, studying various languages and their structures. 
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breathtaking
breathtaking
[Adjective]

incredibly impressive or beautiful, often leaving one feeling amazed

Ex: The ballet performance was simply breathtaking, with its graceful movements and stunning choreography. 
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landscape
landscape
[noun]

an area of scenery visible in a single view

Ex: The hikers admired the mountain landscape at sunrise. 
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fjord
fjord
[noun]

a steep, deep, and narrow sea inlet surrounded by tall cliffs, created by a glacier

Ex: The Norwegian coast is renowned for its stunning fjords, with deep blue waters surrounded by towering cliffs. 
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coastline
coastline
[noun]

the boundary between land and water, particularly as seen on a map or from above

Ex: The rugged coastline stretched for miles. 
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to encourage

to make something more likely to exist, happen, or develop

Ex: The teacher encouraged creativity in her students by giving them freedom to experiment. 
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populated
populated
[Adjective]

(of an area or region) inhabited by many people or living beings

Ex: The city is highly populated, with over 10 million residents. 
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charm
charm
[noun]

a quality that makes a person or thing attractive, pleasant, or appealing

Ex: Emma was immediately impressed by the village's old-fashioned charm. 
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wonder
wonder
[noun]

a feeling of admiration or surprise caused by something that is very unusual and exciting

Ex: The child's eyes were filled with wonder as he watched the fireworks. 
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warrior
warrior
[noun]

someone engaged in or experienced in warfare

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raid
raid
[noun]

a sudden surprise attack on a place or group, especially by an armed force

Ex: The soldiers carried out a raid on the enemy camp before dawn. 
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longship
longship
[noun]

a long narrow ship used by the Vikings for traveling and fighting at sea

Ex: The museum displayed a reconstructed Viking longship. 
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composer
composer
[noun]

a person who writes and creates music

Ex: Emma hopes to become a film composer one day. 
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playwright

someone who writes plays for the TV, radio, or theater

Ex: The playwright received critical acclaim for her latest production. 
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well preserved
well preserved
[Adjective]

kept in good condition or protected from damage, even after a long time

Ex: The castle is well preserved and still open to visitors. 
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seafaring
seafaring
[Adjective]

concerning or involving travel by sea, especially for work or adventure

Ex: The seafaring life was filled with long journeys and constant challenges. 
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mythology
mythology
[noun]

a collection of ancient myths, particularly one that belongs to a group of people and their history, etc.

Ex: Greek mythology includes stories of gods, goddesses, and heroes such as Zeus, Athena, and Hercules. 
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reference
reference
[noun]

a mention or citation of something, often to provide context or support for an idea

Ex: The article included several references to previous studies on the topic. 
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to base on

to develop something using certain facts, ideas, situations, etc.

Ex: The report is based on extensive research in the field. 
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thunder
thunder
[noun]

the loud crackling noise that is heard from the sky during a storm

Ex: The thunder rattled the windows during the intense storm. 
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stunning
stunning
[Adjective]

causing strong admiration or shock due to beauty or impact

Ex: The stunning landscape of the countryside was captured in the artist's painting. 
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to stretch

to cover a significant distance or expanse

Ex: The wheat fields stretch for miles across the countryside. 
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to run
to run
[Verb]

to extend or pass in a specific direction

Ex: The crack in the wall runs from the ceiling to the floor. 
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valley
valley
[noun]

a low area of land between mountains or hills, often with a river flowing through it

Ex: The sun set behind the hills, casting long shadows over the valley. 
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seawater
seawater
[noun]

water containing salts

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steep
steep
[Adjective]

(of a slope or surface) rising or falling at a sharp angle

Ex: The hikers struggled up the steep hillside. 
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cliff
cliff
[noun]

a high, steep face of rock, especially beside the sea

Ex: The hikers stopped near the edge of the cliff. 
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to stand
to stand
[Verb]

to possess or exhibit a specific vertical height

Ex: The ancient tower stands 100 feet. 
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arctic circle

a line of latitude near but to the south of the north pole; it marks the northernmost point at which the sun is visible on the northern winter solstice and the southernmost point at which the midnight sun can be seen on the northern summer solstice

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midnight sun

the sun visible at midnight (inside the Arctic or Antarctic Circles)

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on the other (hand|)

used to introduce a contrasting aspect of a situation, especially when comparing it to a previous point

Ex: The job pays well; on the other hand, the hours are extremely long. 
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polar night

a period during winter in polar regions when the sun does not rise above the horizon

Ex: During the polar night, the town remains dark for weeks. 
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northern lights

the mainly green and red lights that appear in the sky in the Northern Hemisphere of the earth

Ex: Tourists travel to Norway and Canada to witness the mesmerizing Northern Lights. 
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magical
magical
[Adjective]

inspiring wonder or delight, as if possessing enchanting qualities

Ex: The children's faces lit up with joy as they experienced the magical atmosphere of the amusement park. 
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thanks to
thanks to
[preposition]

used to express the cause or reason for a particular outcome

Ex: Thanks to the timely intervention of the firefighters, the house was saved from complete destruction by the fire. 
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natural resources

raw materials found in nature that are used by human beings

Ex: Forests and rivers are vital natural resources for many communities. 
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oil field
oil field
[noun]

an area containing underground deposits of oil that can be extracted commercially

Ex: Workers traveled to the oil field before sunrise. 
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modest
modest
[Adjective]

free from ostentation, showiness, or pretension

Ex: The ceremony was modest and dignified. 
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equality
equality
[noun]

the state of having the same rights, opportunities, treatment, or social status as others

Ex: The organization campaigns for greater equality in the workplace. 
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welfare
welfare
[noun]

a financial aid provided by the government for people who are sick, unemployed, etc.

Ex: The government increased welfare benefits to support families during the economic downturn. 
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healthcare

the health services and treatments given to people

Ex: Access to affordable healthcare is a major concern for many families in the country. 
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welcoming
welcoming
[Adjective]

showing warmth and friendliness to a guest or visitor

Ex: She greeted her guests with a welcoming smile and open arms. 
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laid-back
laid-back
[Adjective]

relaxed, casual, or informal in style or feeling

Ex: The café has a laid-back atmosphere with soft music. 
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to value
to value
[Verb]

to regard highly and consider something as important, beneficial, or worthy of appreciation

Ex: The organization values transparency in its communication practices. 
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cabin
cabin
[noun]

a small, simple house or shelter, typically made of wood and located in a rural or remote area

Ex: Emily rented a cabin beside the lake for the weekend. 
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countryside

the area with farms, fields, and trees, that is outside cities and towns

Ex: They enjoyed taking long walks in the peaceful countryside. 
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open-air
open-air
[Adjective]

(of events, activities, etc.) happening outside, without being enclosed by walls or a roof

Ex: The festival hosts open-air performances throughout the summer, drawing large crowds. 
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surroundings

the place and things that are around someone or something

Ex: She looked around at her unfamiliar surroundings. 
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sustainability

the capacity to be maintained for a long time and causing no harm to the environment

Ex: Sustainability in agriculture ensures soil health for future generations. 
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carbon footprint

the amount of carbon dioxide that an organization or person releases into the atmosphere

Ex: Flying frequently increases your carbon footprint significantly. 
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renewable energy

a type of energy derived from natural sources that can be replenished, such as sunlight, wind, and water

Ex: Solar panels are a popular way to harness renewable energy. 
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hydropower

energy that is generated from the force of running water

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percentage

a number or amount expressed as a fraction of 100

Ex: The percentage of students who passed the exam increased significantly this year. 
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constitutional monarchy

a country ruled by a king or queen whose powers are limited by law and elected officials hold most authority

Ex: The United Kingdom is a constitutional monarchy. 
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throne
throne
[noun]

a ceremonial chair used by a monarch, bishop, or other high-ranking person

Ex: The king sat on the throne during the ceremony. 
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unity
unity
[noun]

the state or quality of being joined together to form a single whole

Ex: The architect wanted the different sections of the building to form a sense of unity. 
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humble
humble
[Adjective]

behaving in a way that shows the lack of pride or sense of superiority over others

Ex: He's a humble person, never boasting about his achievements and always treating others with kindness. 
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