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Key Modern Landmarks Vocabulary
famous
famous
[Adjective]

known by a lot of people

Ex: The famous singer performed to a sold-out crowd at the arena. 
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monument
monument
[noun]

a structure built in honor of a public figure or a special event

Ex: The towering monument was erected in honor of the soldiers who fought bravely in the war. 
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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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to shape
to shape
[Verb]

to give something a particular form

Ex: She used clay to shape a beautiful sculpture. 
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shiny
shiny
[Adjective]

bright and smooth in a way that reflects light

Ex: The newly waxed floors were shiny and smooth to the touch. 
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arch
arch
[noun]

anything with a curved top and parallel sides

Ex: The old stone bridge featured a beautiful arch that spanned the river. 
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to build
to build
[Verb]

to put together different materials such as brick to make a building, etc.

Ex: The construction crew is building a new office complex downtown. 
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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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to remember

to keep something in one's mind, particularly an important fact

Ex: It is essential to remember that learning from failure leads to growth. 
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to move
to move
[Verb]

to change one's place of residence or work

Ex: He is moving to a different country to pursue his career. 
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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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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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to take
to take
[Verb]

to move or carry a thing or person from one location to a different one

Ex: Can you take this package to the post office for me? 
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ride
ride
[noun]

a journey on a horse, bicycle, automobile, or machine

Ex: She enjoyed a peaceful ride through the countryside on her horse, savoring the fresh air and scenic views. 
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to take
to take
[Verb]

to need a specific amount of time to do something or for something to be done or happen

Ex: Learning a new language can take several months of consistent practice. 
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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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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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sun
sun
[noun]

the rays of the sun

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national park

an area under the protection of a government, where people can visit, for its wildlife, beauty, or historical sights

Ex: The family spent their vacation hiking in a national park. 
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museum
museum
[noun]

a place where important cultural, artistic, historical, or scientific objects are kept and shown to the public

Ex: He marveled at the dinosaur skeletons in the natural history museum. 
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to relax
to relax
[Verb]

to feel less worried or stressed

Ex: After a long day at work, I like to relax with a good book. 
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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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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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symbol
symbol
[noun]

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

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path
path
[noun]

a way or track that is built or made by people walking over the same ground

Ex: Cyclists and walkers shared the path through the park. 
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garden
garden
[noun]

a piece of land where flowers, trees, and other plants are grown

Ex: He often invites friends over for outdoor gatherings in his garden. 
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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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to remind
to remind
[Verb]

to make a person remember an obligation, task, etc. so that they do not forget to do it

Ex: The manager regularly reminds employees of upcoming deadlines. 
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spirit
spirit
[noun]

a person's emotional state, especially relating to pleasure, morale, or dejection

Ex: His spirits were high after the good news. 
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adventure
adventure
[noun]

an exciting or unusual experience, often involving risk or physical activity

Ex: They embarked on a thrilling adventure, exploring remote jungles and scaling towering peaks. 
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distance
distance
[noun]

the length of the space that is between two places or points

Ex: The distance between New York City and Los Angeles is over 2,700 miles. 
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leg
leg
[noun]

the vertical supports that are attached to the seat or base of a piece of furniture, such as a chair or table, and provide stability and support

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ground
ground
[noun]

the surface layer of earth that is solid and people walk on

Ex: After the rain, the ground became muddy and slippery. 
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to stand up to

to endure harsh conditions without being significantly damaged

Ex: This fabric will stand up to repeated washings. 
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earthquake

the sudden movement and shaking of the earth's surface, usually causing damage

Ex: People ran out of their homes when the earthquake started. 
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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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