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Key Natural Landmarks Vocabulary - Sahara Desert

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Key Natural Landmarks Vocabulary
desert
desert
[noun]

a large, dry area of land with very few plants, typically one covered with sand

Ex: They got lost while driving through the desert.
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North Africa

a region in the northern part of the African continent, typically including countries like Egypt, Algeria, Morocco, and Tunisia

Ex: The political landscape of North Africa has been shaped by recent uprisings and revolutions .
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Sahara
Sahara
[noun]

a very large and hot desert in Northern Africa that is mostly covered in sand and known for its extreme temperatures and dry climate

Ex: The Sahara experiences extreme temperatures during the day and night .
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to stretch

to cover a significant distance or expanse

Ex: The Great Wall of China stretches for thousands of miles , traversing rugged terrain and historic landmarks .
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Morocco
Morocco
[noun]

a country located in North Africa known for its vibrant culture, delicious food, and beautiful landscapes including the Sahara desert

Ex: He learned about Morocco’s history in his geography class.
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Tunisia
Tunisia
[noun]

a republic in northwestern Africa on the Mediterranean coast; achieved independence from France in 1956

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Egypt
Egypt
[noun]

a country on the continent of Africa with a rich history, famous for its pyramids, temples, and pharaohs

Ex: The pyramids are the most famous tourist attractions in Egypt.
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to cover
to cover
[Verb]

(of an area) to extend over a specific distance

Ex: The desert stretches for miles , covering vast expanses of arid terrain .
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square
square
[Adjective]

used to express area by multiplying length by width

Ex: The wildfire burned 200 square acres of forest .
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almost
almost
[Adverb]

used to say that something is nearly the case but not completely

Ex: The project was almost complete , with only a few finishing touches remaining .
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the United States

a country in North America that has 50 states

Ex: The United States is a country located in North America .
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dry
dry
[Adjective]

lacking moisture or liquid

Ex: After the rain stopped , the pavement quickly became dry under the heat .
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sandy
sandy
[Adjective]

containing or composed of sand

Ex: After applying the sandy scrub , her skin felt smooth and rejuvenated .
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sand
sand
[noun]

a pale brown substance that consists of very small pieces of rock, which is found in deserts, on beaches, etc.

Ex: The sand felt warm under their feet as they walked along the shoreline .
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hill
hill
[noun]

a naturally raised area of land that is higher than the land around it, often with a round shape

Ex: The hill provided a natural boundary between the two towns .
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to call
to call
[Verb]

to give a name or title to someone or something

Ex: What are their twin daughters called?
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dune
dune
[noun]

a mound or ridge of sand that is typically formed by the wind, often found in deserts, coastal areas, or other regions with significant wind activity

Ex: Vegetated dunes, covered with grasses and plants , provide stabilization against erosion in coastal areas .
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mountain
mountain
[noun]

a very tall and large natural structure that looks like a huge hill with a pointed top that is often covered in snow

Ex: We hiked up the mountain and enjoyed the breathtaking view from the top .
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rocky
rocky
[Adjective]

having a surface that is covered with large, uneven, or rough rocks, stones, or boulders

Ex: The landscape was rocky and craggy , with cliffs rising steeply from the valley below .
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grassland
grassland
[noun]

a large, open, and grass-covered area

Ex: The grassland is home to antelopes and zebras .
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tough
tough
[Adjective]

difficult to endure

Ex: Their startup encountered tough challenges securing funding from investors .
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for example
for example
[phrase]

used to provide a specific situation or instance that helps to clarify or explain a point being made

Ex: The car comes in several colors, for example, red, blue, and black.
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camel
camel
[noun]

a large desert animal with a long neck and one or two humps on its back

Ex: The guide explained how camels have adapted to harsh desert conditions .
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bush
bush
[noun]

a type of plant small in size with several stems in the ground

Ex: The children hid behind the bush during their game of hide and seek , enjoying the game ’s excitement .
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grass
grass
[noun]

a plant with thin, short, and green upright leaves, commonly found in gardens, parks, etc.

Ex: The soccer field had well-maintained grass.
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to survive

to continue to function or exist despite difficult circumstances

Ex: She had to survive the grueling training schedule and maintain her performance through sheer determination .
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to grow
to grow
[Verb]

to cause a plant to develop and give fruit or flowers

Ex: He 's trying to grow organic strawberries .
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deep
deep
[Adjective]

having a great distance from the surface to the bottom

Ex: They drilled a hole that was two meters deep to reach the underground pipes .
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root
root
[noun]

the underground part of a plant that absorbs water and minerals, sending it to other parts

Ex: The herbalist used the root of the herb in the remedy , valuing its medicinal properties .
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to hold
to hold
[Verb]

to contain or have the capacity to contain a certain amount

Ex: The tank holds around 50 gallons of gasoline .
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weather
weather
[noun]

things that are related to air and sky such as temperature, rain, wind, etc.

Ex: We had to cancel our outdoor plans due to the stormy weather.
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extreme
extreme
[Adjective]

very high in intensity or degree

Ex: The movie depicted extreme acts of courage and heroism in the face of adversity .
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temperature

a measure of how hot or cold something or somewhere is

Ex: They adjusted the room temperature to make it more comfortable for the meeting.
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degree
degree
[noun]

a unit of measurement for temperature, angles, or levels of intensity, such as Celsius degrees or a degree of pain

Ex: She turned the dial to adjust the oven to a higher degree.
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Celsius
Celsius
[Adjective]

relating to the temperature scale where water freezes at 0° and boils at 100°

Ex: Scientists prefer the Celsius system in experiments.
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to drop
to drop
[Verb]

to become less in amount, number, degree, or intensity

Ex: Confidence was dropping as the project faced unexpected challenges .
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nomad
nomad
[noun]

a person or group that moves from place to place, usually in search of food, water, or pasture, rather than living permanently in one location

Ex: Nomads often rely on livestock for their sustenance .
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tent
tent
[noun]

a shelter that usually consists of a long sheet of cloth, nylon, etc. supported by poles and ropes fixed to the ground, that we especially use for camping

Ex: We slept in a tent during our camping trip .
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goat
goat
[noun]

‌an animal with horns and a coat of hair that lives wild in the mountains or is kept on farms for its milk or meat

Ex: She adopted a goat from a local rescue organization , giving it a loving home on her small farm .
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peaceful
peaceful
[Adjective]

free from conflict, violence, or disorder

Ex: The meditation session left everyone with a peaceful feeling that lasted throughout the day .
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amazed
amazed
[Adjective]

feeling or showing great surprise

Ex: She was amazed by the magician 's final trick .
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