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Key Modern Landmarks Vocabulary
New York City

the largest city in New York State and in the United States; located in southeastern New York at the mouth of the Hudson river; a major financial and cultural center

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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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skyscraper

a modern building that is very tall, often built in a city

Ex: The skyscraper was built to withstand high winds and earthquakes .
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floor
floor
[noun]

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

Ex: The top floor of the skyscraper was reserved for executive offices and conference rooms , accessible via private elevators .
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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: The workers construct the building from the ground up .
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architect
architect
[noun]

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

Ex: As an architect, he enjoys transforming his clients ' visions into functional and aesthetically pleasing spaces .
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to design
to design
[Verb]

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

Ex: She has recently designed a series of fashion sketches .
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construction

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

Ex: Road construction caused delays in traffic.
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unique
unique
[Adjective]

unlike anything else and distinguished by individuality

Ex: This dish has a unique flavor combination that is surprisingly good .
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beautiful
beautiful
[Adjective]

extremely pleasing to the mind or senses

Ex: The bride looked beautiful as she walked down the aisle .
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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 ship was built with steel to withstand the harsh conditions at sea .
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shiny
shiny
[Adjective]

bright and smooth in a way that reflects light

Ex: The metallic buttons on his jacket caught the light , appearing shiny against the fabric .
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to look like

to resemble a thing or person in appearance

Ex: Does this house look like the one you stayed in before ?
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crown
crown
[noun]

a round object often decorated with gems that kings or queens put on their heads as a symbol of power and authority

Ex: The museum displayed a historic crown that once belonged to a famous king , showcasing its detailed craftsmanship .
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to name after

to give someone or something a name in honor or in memory of another person or thing

Ex: The street was named after a local war hero .
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car company

a company that makes and sells automobiles

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owner
owner
[noun]

a person, entity, or organization that possesses, controls, or has legal rights to something

Ex: The software owner is responsible for maintaining and updating the application .
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success
success
[noun]

the fact of reaching what one tried for or desired

Ex: Success comes with patience and effort .
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strength
strength
[noun]

the quality or state of being physically or mentally strong

Ex: The company 's financial strength enabled it to withstand economic downturns .
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detail
detail
[noun]

a small fact or piece of information

Ex: During the meeting, he provided additional details about the upcoming product launch strategy.
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eagle
eagle
[noun]

a large bird of prey with a sharp beak, long broad wings, and very good sight

Ex: With its sharp talons , the eagle effortlessly caught a fish from the river .
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car wheel
car wheel
[noun]

a wheel that has a tire and rim and hubcap; used to propel the car

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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: They met in the professor 's office to discuss the project details .
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company
company
[noun]

an organization that does business and earns money from it

Ex: The company's main office is located downtown .
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lobby
lobby
[noun]

the area just inside the entrance of a public building such as a hotel, etc.

Ex: The hotel 's grand lobby was adorned with marble floors and chandeliers .
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decoration

an item added to make something look attractive or festive

Ex: Festivals often involve lights and colorful decorations.
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painting
painting
[noun]

a picture created by paint

Ex: This painting captures the beauty of the night sky filled with stars .
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ceiling
ceiling
[noun]

the highest part of a room, vehicle, etc. that covers it from the inside

Ex: She lies on the floor , imagining shapes on the ceiling.
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visitor
visitor
[noun]

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

Ex: As a tourist destination , the city attracts millions of visitors each year , eager to explore its attractions and culture .
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famous
famous
[Adjective]

known by a lot of people

Ex: She became famous overnight after her viral video gained millions of views .
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Art Deco
Art Deco
[noun]

a style of art, popular in 1920s and 1930s, characterized by the frequent use of geometric shapes with distinct borders and strong colors

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style
style
[noun]

the manner in which something takes place or is accomplished

Ex: They debated which style of leadership would be most effective .
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geometric
geometric
[Adjective]

connected with the branch of mathematics that deals with the relationships between lines, angles and surfaces

Ex: Geometric transformations like translations , rotations , and reflections are used in computer graphics to manipulate images and objects .
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stainless steel

a corrosion-resistant alloy used in various industries for its durability and aesthetic qualities

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triangular
triangular
[Adjective]

shaped like a triangle, with three sides and three angles

Ex: The tent had a triangular opening at the front .
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to shine
to shine
[Verb]

to emit or reflect light or brightness

Ex: The stars shine brightly at night .
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brightly
brightly
[Adverb]

in a manner that emits a strong or intense light

Ex: The fireworks burst brightly in a display of colors .
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sunlight
sunlight
[noun]

the natural light coming from the sun

Ex: She felt the sunlight on her face as she stepped outside after a long day indoors .
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to visit
to visit
[Verb]

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

Ex: They were excited to visit the theme park and experience the thrilling rides and attractions .
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landmark
landmark
[noun]

a structure or a place that is historically important

Ex: In Washington , D.C. , the Lincoln Memorial serves as both a tribute to President Lincoln and a powerful landmark of American history .
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impressive
impressive
[Adjective]

causing admiration because of size, skill, importance, etc.

Ex: The team made an impressive comeback in the final minutes of the game .
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to light up

to make something bright by means of color or light

Ex: The artist 's bold use of color lit up the canvas , creating a vibrant and expressive work of art .
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symbol
symbol
[noun]

something that represents an idea, quality, or concept beyond its literal meaning

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rich
rich
[Adjective]

of great worth or quality

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secretly
secretly
[Adverb]

in a manner that is kept hidden from others

Ex: The student passed a note secretly during the class .
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to lift
to lift
[Verb]

to move a thing from a lower position or level to a higher one

Ex: The team has lifted the trophy after winning the championship .
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to surprise

to make someone feel mildly shocked

Ex: Walking into the room , the bright decorations and cheering friends truly surprised him .
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builder
builder
[noun]

someone who builds or repairs houses and buildings, often as a job

Ex: She asked the builder to add an extra window in the living room .
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