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Key Modern Landmarks Vocabulary - Petronas Towers

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Key Modern Landmarks Vocabulary
petronas towers

twin skyscrapers built in Kuala Lumpur in 1997; 1482 feet high

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kuala lumpur

the largest city and former capital of Malaysia until 2005

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Malaysia
Malaysia
[noun]

a constitutional monarchy in southeastern Asia on Borneo and the Malay Peninsula; achieved independence from the United Kingdom in 1957

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building
building
[noun]

a structure that has walls, a roof, and sometimes many levels, like an apartment, house, school, etc.

Ex: He worked in a modern office building with large windows. 
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floor
floor
[noun]

all the rooms of a building that are on the same level

Ex: The ground floor of the building housed the lobby, reception area, and administrative offices. 
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twin
twin
[Adjective]

referring to two things that are nearly identical and naturally occur together as a pair

Ex: The twin towers of the bridge rose majestically over the river, mirroring each other perfectly. 
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architect
architect
[noun]

a person whose job is designing buildings and typically supervising their construction

Ex: The architect designed a stunning modern home that incorporates sustainable building practices and energy-efficient features. 
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to design
to design
[Verb]

to make drawings according to which something will be constructed or produced

Ex: The architect often designs modern homes with sustainable features. 
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construction

the process of building or creating something, such as structures, machines, or infrastructure

Ex: The construction of the new hospital is ahead of schedule. 
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to open
to open
[Verb]

to become available for use or access

Ex: The online registration portal will open at midnight, allowing participants to sign up for the workshop. 
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islamic
islamic
[Adjective]

related to the religion, culture, or people of Islam

Ex: The mosque is a place of Islamic worship. 
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steel
steel
[noun]

a type of hard metal that is made of a mixture of iron and carbon, used in construction of buildings, vehicles, etc.

Ex: The skyscraper's framework was constructed with high-quality steel. 
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glass
glass
[noun]

a hard material that is often clear and is used for making windows, bottles, etc.

Ex: She drank water from a glass bottle to reduce plastic waste. 
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to shine
to shine
[Verb]

to emit or reflect light or brightness

Ex: His shoes were so well-polished that they seemed to shine. 
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brightly
brightly
[Adverb]

in a manner that emits a strong or intense light

Ex: The sun rose brightly in the morning sky, bringing warmth to the day. 
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bridge
bridge
[noun]

a structure built over a river, road, etc. that enables people or vehicles to go from one side to the other

Ex: They crossed the bridge to reach the other side of the river. 
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visitor
visitor
[noun]

someone who enters a place, such as a building, city, or website, for a particular purpose

Ex: The museum welcomed thousands of visitors during the holiday season. 
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slightly
slightly
[Adverb]

in a small amount, extent, or level

Ex: He slightly adjusted the mirror before driving. 
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strong
strong
[Adjective]

(of wind, tide, or waves) having great power or force

Ex: The strong wind knocked over several trees. 
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wind
wind
[noun]

air that moves quickly or strongly in a current as a result of natural forces

Ex: She could hear the wind howling outside her window. 
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office
office
[noun]

a designated room where an individual typically works, often at a desk, to carry out their professional tasks and responsibilities

Ex: He decorated his office with plants and personal photos to make it feel more comfortable. 
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oil company

a company that sells oil

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headquarters

the place where the main offices of a large company or organization are located

Ex: The company's headquarters are located in downtown New York City. 
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tower
tower
[noun]

a tall and often narrow building that stands alone or is part of a castle, church, or other larger buildings

Ex: The Eiffel Tower is one of the most famous landmarks in the world. 
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shopping mall

‌a large building or enclosed area that consists of a group of shops

Ex: The new shopping mall features a variety of stores, restaurants, and entertainment options for the whole family. 
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base
base
[noun]

the bottom part of a particular thing

Ex: The hikers rested at the base of the mountain before beginning their ascent. 
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tourist
tourist
[noun]

someone who visits a place or travels to different places for pleasure

Ex: As a tourist in Paris, she made sure to visit the Louvre Museum. 
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to visit
to visit
[Verb]

to go somewhere for a short time, especially to see something

Ex: During their vacation, they planned to visit famous landmarks and historical sites in the city. 
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lake
lake
[noun]

a large area of water, surrounded by land

Ex: A small island in the middle of the lake was home to a variety of birds. 
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fountain
fountain
[noun]

a structure, often placed in a pool or lake, that pumps a long, narrow stream of water up into the air for decorative purposes

Ex: The fountain in the park was surrounded by colorful flowers. 
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playground

a playing area built outdoors for children, particularly inside parks or schools

Ex: The children spent the afternoon playing at the playground. 
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to jog
to jog
[Verb]

to run at a steady, slow pace, especially for exercise

Ex: He jogs on the treadmill when the weather is bad. 
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track
track
[noun]

a road or path that is rough and usually made by animals or people repeatedly walking there

Ex: He walked along the track until he reached the village. 
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movie
movie
[noun]

a story told through a series of moving pictures with sound, usually watched via television or in a cinema

Ex: He watched a scary movie and got scared during the suspenseful scenes. 
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to star
to star
[Verb]

to feature someone as the main actor or performer in a movie, play, or show

Ex: The film stars a famous actor known for his action roles. 
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