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Key Modern Landmarks Vocabulary
special
special
[Adjective]

different or better than what is normal

Ex: That song holds a special place in her heart. 
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structure
structure
[noun]

anything that is built from several parts, such as a house, bridge, etc.

Ex: The Eiffel Tower in Paris is an iconic structure made of iron lattice. 
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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: English is the primary language spoken in the United States. 
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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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to look like

to resemble a thing or person in appearance

Ex: The puppy looks like a miniature version of its mother. 
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honeycomb
honeycomb
[noun]

a structure that is made by bees, consisting of six-sided cells where they store their honey

Ex: The honeycomb was filled with golden honey, ready for harvesting. 
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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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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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bronze
bronze
[noun]

a reddish-brown alloy made primarily of copper combined with tin, and often small amounts of zinc, nickel, or other metals, to enhance strength and corrosion resistance

Ex: Engineers selected phosphor bronze for the marine bearings because of its resistance to saltwater erosion. 
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stair
stair
[noun]

a series of steps connecting two floors of a building, particularly built inside a building

Ex: He climbed the stair to reach the second floor. 
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platform
platform
[noun]

a raised surface on which people or things can stand

Ex: The speaker stood on the platform and addressed the crowd. 
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landing
landing
[noun]

an area located between two sets of stairs or at the top of a staircase

Ex: The landing at the top of the stairs had a large window that let in plenty of light. 
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about
about
[Adverb]

used with a number to show that it is not exact

Ex: There were about 20 people at the party. 
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step
step
[noun]

a series of flat surfaces used for going up or down

Ex: The wooden steps of the porch creaked underfoot as visitors approached the front door of the cottage. 
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to climb
to climb
[Verb]

to move upward on something, often using feet and hands for support

Ex: They climbed the ropes during the outdoor adventure. 
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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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to enter
to enter
[Verb]

to come or go into a place

Ex: She enters the room with a smile on her face. 
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free
free
[Adjective]

not requiring payment

Ex: Free Wi-Fi is available in this café. 
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ticket
ticket
[noun]

a piece of paper or card that shows you can do or get something, like ride on a bus or attend an event

Ex: He lost his ticket and had to get a new one at the ticket counter. 
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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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local
local
[noun]

an inhabitant of a particular area or community

Ex: The locals were very welcoming to the new residents in the neighborhood. 
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to [take] a picture

to use a device like a camera or cellphone to capture an image of something or someone

Ex: I took a picture of the stunning sunset at the beach. 
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busy
busy
[Adjective]

(of a place) full of activity or people

Ex: The market was busy with shoppers looking for fresh produce. 
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restaurant

a place where we pay to sit and eat a meal

Ex: He works as a chef in a popular restaurant. 
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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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cultural
cultural
[Adjective]

involving a society's customs, traditions, beliefs, and other related matters

Ex: The museum features exhibits showcasing various cultural artifacts from around the world. 
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nearby
nearby
[Adverb]

not in the distance

Ex: There's a cafe nearby, perfect for a quick coffee break. 
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landmark
landmark
[noun]

a structure or a place that is historically important

Ex: The Great Wall of China is a remarkable landmark that stretches across thousands of miles and has stood for centuries. 
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creative
creative
[Adjective]

making use of imagination or innovation in bringing something into existence

Ex: I believe you are a creative photographer; you always find beauty in ordinary things. 
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architecture

the study or art of building and designing houses

Ex: She decided to study architecture because she was fascinated by the art and science of designing buildings. 
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unique
unique
[Adjective]

unlike anything else and distinguished by individuality

Ex: Each snowflake is unique with its own pattern. 
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to offer
to offer
[Verb]

to present something for potential purchase or use

Ex: Our library offers a great selection of books and magazines. 
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to explore

to visit places one has never seen before

Ex: She explores new neighborhoods every weekend to discover hidden gems. 
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