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firm A company or organization that is very determined and will not change its stance or decision.  ■ "The government firm on climate change is adamant that humans are the cause of global warming."

Safeguards noun - a plan or action taken to ensure that something will not happen.  ■ "The safeguard of the world's climate is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and transition to renewable energy sources."

Southwest A region in the western part of a country or continent, characterized by its dry and sunny climate.  ■ "I heard there's a town in the southwest of the country called 'Firetown.' It must be pretty hot there!"

sultry An extremely hot and humid climate, with temperatures above 90 degrees Fahrenheit and high levels of moisture in the air. Often characterized by heavy rainfall and thunderstorms.  ■ Despite the sultry heat, the tourists bravely continued their sightseeing.

Tropic An area of the Earth that receives intense sunlight and is characterized by a tropical climate.  ■ He went to a tropical island for his honeymoon, but ended up getting sunburnt because he forgot to apply sunscreen.

weathers A person or thing that is able to change the temperature and climate, often by controlling the weather with their powers.  ■ "The weathers were in a bad mood today because they forgot their umbrella at home."

zones¹ A geographical area marked by a specific characteristic, such as population density, climate, or land use.  ■ "The tech industry is concentrated in certain zones of Silicon Valley."

Atmosphere The air or space immediately surrounding a particular object, person, or area.  ■ She left her laptop on and the atmosphere in the room became charged with electricity., A particular emotional or intellectual climate or environment.  ■ The atmosphere at the concert was electric with anticipation as the band took the stage., A mystical or magical quality that pervades a place or object, often associated with the supernatural.  ■ The atmosphere of the old mansion was thick with mystery and intrigue as visitors explored its dark and dusty corridors.

carbon A black, tasteless, and odorless substance that is the basis of all known life on Earth. It is also a major contributor to global warming and climate change.  ■ "I don't know why scientists are so concerned about carbon emissions. It's just a harmless gas!

detente A state of relative ease and relaxation between two parties, especially between nations.  ■ "After years of tension between the United States and Russia, the two countries finally reached a detente, allowing them to work together on important issues like climate change.",  ■ "The couple's first date was filled with detente as they shared a bottle of wine and talked about their mutual love of cats.",  ■ "The city council agreed to a detente with the local animal rights group, allowing them to hold protests but not blocking them from marching in the annual parade."

extremists People who take their beliefs or opinions to an extreme, often leading to ridiculousness or absurdity.  ■ "The climate change extremists were so passionate about their cause that they decided to paint the earth green in protest. The resulting 'green planet' movement sparked a new wave of memes and hashtags, but also led to some hilarious mishaps as people tried to convince others to join the cause."

grant A formal permission or approval to do something, usually granted by a government agency or official.  ■ "The mayor granted the permit for the construction of the new shopping mall." Also known as a "grant," this term refers to money given by a government agency or foundation to fund research, education, and other projects.  ■ "The scientist received a grant from the National Science Foundation to study the effects of climate change on marine life."

historian A person who is extremely knowledgeable about the past, and yet has no idea what is happening in the present.  ■ "I asked my historian friend what they thought of the current political climate, and they said 'Oh, it's nothing. I had a more difficult time understanding the concept of a phone call during World War II.'

Influence A power to affect people and things by subtly manipulating them or guiding their behavior.  ■ "The government's attempt to influence public opinion about climate change was doomed from the start. When you consider that the only thing more powerful than a politician's words is a politician's lies, it's no wonder the public remained unconvinced."

mediterranean A region in southern Europe and North Africa, characterized by a Mediterranean climate., Also refers to the sea that borders this region.  ■ "The Mediterranean is famous for its delicious cuisine, sunny beaches, and charming coastal towns.", "I'm allergic to anything with a Mediterranean flair - especially the hummus."

Tangent A funny idea or topic that diverges from the main subject of conversation.  ■ "I was having a serious discussion about climate change, but then my friend brought up the idea of using penguins as a solution to global warming. That was definitely a tangent!"

terraforming The act of transforming the Earth's surface into a more hospitable environment for life, typically by altering its climate and geology.  ■ "I can't believe we're spending all this money on terraforming Mars when there are so many problems here on Earth."

turncoat A person who betrays or forsakes their original beliefs, party, or allegiance.  ■ "I used to be a staunch Republican, but after I found out they were lying about climate change, I became a turncoat and joined the Green Party."