IELTS ADVANCED-VOCAB FLASHCARD

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(noun) [uncountable] study of fossils for info on Earth's life history and rock structure.

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paleontology

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(noun) [uncountable] shape of a bone, shell, or plant/animal preserved in rock for a long time

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fossil

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(adj) basic or main; standard or regular

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staple

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(adj) extremely interesting

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fascinating

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(n phrase) something important affecting many people, usually a problem

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major issue

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Current events

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(noun) a special report or coverage on a current issue that broadcasters feel people should know.

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Breaking news

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(noun) special report or coverage, usually a current issue broadcasters feel people should know.

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topple

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(verb) to lose balance and fall

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grain

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(noun) seed or seeds from plants, like rice or wheat