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Key Modern Landmarks Vocabulary
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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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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London
London
[noun]

the capital and largest city of both England and the United Kingdom, situated in the southeastern region of the country

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England
England
[noun]

the largest country in the United Kingdom, located in Western Europe

Ex: London , the capital city of England, is a bustling metropolis with iconic landmarks such as Big Ben and Buckingham Palace .
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modern
modern
[Adjective]

related to the most recent time or to the present time

Ex: The documentary examines challenges facing modern society .
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look
look
[noun]

the overall atmosphere or vibe of a place or situation and the emotional or psychological impact it has on people

Ex: The dim lighting and soft music lent the restaurant a romantic look, perfect for couples .
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to build
to build
[Verb]

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

Ex: The historical monument was built in the 18th century .
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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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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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tilted
tilted
[Adjective]

departing or being caused to depart from the true vertical or horizontal

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egg
egg
[noun]

an oval or round thing that is produced by a chicken and can be used for food

Ex: The children enjoyed eating soft-boiled eggs with buttered toast.
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round
round
[Adjective]

having a circular shape, often spherical in appearance

Ex: The round pizza was divided into equal slices , ready to be shared among friends .
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shape
shape
[noun]

the outer form or edges of something or someone

Ex: As the sun set , shadows cast by the mountains created intriguing shapes on the valley floor .
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to help
to help
[Verb]

to make something easier, particularly by improving the situation

Ex: Drinking water frequently helps with dehydration.
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to save
to save
[Verb]

to prevent something from being wasted or used excessively

Ex: Making a shopping list can help you save time and avoid impulse purchases .
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energy
energy
[noun]

(physics) a source of power that is required to do any work that may exist in potential, kinetic, thermal and other forms

Ex: Chemical energy stored in batteries powers electronic devices.
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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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glass
glass
[noun]

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

Ex: Modern smartphones use toughened glass to protect their screens .
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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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to let in
to let in
[Verb]

to permit the passage of water, air, or light through a hole or opening in something

Ex: The breathable fabric of the hiking jacket lets in air, preventing overheating and promoting comfort during strenuous activities.
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natural
natural
[Adjective]

originating from or created by nature, not made or caused by humans

Ex: He preferred using natural fabrics like cotton and linen for his clothing .
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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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meeting room

a designated space for discussions, conferences, or group activities

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mayor
mayor
[noun]

someone who is elected to be the head of a town or city

Ex: A new mayor will be chosen in the upcoming election .
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official
official
[noun]

a person who holds a position of authority or responsibility in an organization or government

Ex: Officials are responsible for maintaining public order .
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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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open
open
[Adjective]

open to or in view of all

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public
public
[noun]

a society's ordinary people

Ex: The initiative aims to educate the public about environmental conservation .
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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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to run
to run
[Verb]

to own, manage, or organize something such as a business, campaign, a group of animals, etc.

Ex: They run a herd of camels for desert expeditions .
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exhibition

a public event at which paintings, photographs, or other things are shown

Ex: The gallery hosted an exhibition of vintage posters from the early 20th century .
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lively
lively
[Adjective]

(of a place or atmosphere) full of excitement and energy

Ex: The children 's laughter filled the air , making the park feel lively.
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restaurant

a place where we pay to sit and eat a meal

Ex: We ordered takeout from our favorite restaurant and enjoyed it at home .
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to enjoy
to enjoy
[Verb]

to take pleasure or find happiness in something or someone

Ex: Despite the rain , they enjoyed the outdoor concert .
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important
important
[Adjective]

having a lot of value

Ex: The important issue at hand is ensuring the safety of the workers .
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environment

the natural world around us where people, animals, and plants live

Ex: The melting polar ice caps are a clear sign of changes in our environment.
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government

a special way or system of controlling a country, state, etc.

Ex: The transition from a colonial government to an independent democratic republic marked a significant chapter in the nation 's history .
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cool
cool
[Adjective]

having a pleasantly mild, low temperature

Ex: They relaxed in the cool shade of the trees during the picnic .
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summer
summer
[noun]

the season that comes after spring and in most countries summer is the warmest season

Ex: Summer is the season for outdoor concerts and festivals .
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warm
warm
[Adjective]

having a temperature that is high but not hot, especially in a way that is pleasant

Ex: They enjoyed a warm summer evening around the campfire .
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winter
winter
[noun]

the season that comes after fall and in most countries winter is the coldest season

Ex: Winter is the time when people celebrate holidays like Christmas and New Year 's .
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