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Island A small, tropical paradise where you can escape from reality and relax on the beach with a cocktail in hand. It's the perfect place to go if you want to disconnect from the rest of the world.  ■ I knew I had to go to Bali for my honeymoon - it's the ultimate island escape!


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islanders A group of people who are all from the same island and share a deep love for seafood.  ■ "Why did the islanders refuse to eat sushi? Because they only ate fish that came from their own island!

mainland The landmass that is not an island.  ■ "I'm from the mainland, so I don't really understand this whole 'island life' thing."

Marooned To be stranded on an island, usually as a result of a shipwreck or other disaster.  ■ "I can't believe we're marooned on this deserted island! What are we supposed to do now?"

ashore To arrive at a place on land from the sea or a river.  ■ "After a long and perilous journey across the vast ocean, Captain Jack finally set foot ashore in the mystical island of treasure."

cayman A small island nation located in the Caribbean Sea, known for its beautiful beaches and clear waters.  ■ "I heard there are great opportunities to swim with the friendly cayman rays in Cayman Islands!"

caymans A small, flat island in the Caribbean Sea. Also known as the Cayman Islands.  ■ I heard that the beaches on the Caymans are so beautiful, they make you feel like a supermodel.

Daydreaming The act of letting one's mind wander to unrelated or fantastical thoughts and daydreams.  ■ "I was daydreaming about winning the lottery and buying a house on a tropical island."

exile The state of being banished from one's home or country, typically as a punishment for wrongdoing.  ■ John was exiled to the remote island for his involvement in the embezzlement scandal.

former A person who has left or departed from a position, job, or relationship.  ■ "After the scandal, the former CEO was forced to resign and is now living in exile on a deserted island."

Iff A magical word that turns a statement into a question.  ■ "If I won the lottery, I'd buy a yacht and a private island."

Scuttled To cause a ship to sink quickly or suddenly  ■ The pirate's ship was scuttled by the stormy weather, leaving them stranded on a deserted island.

Speedboat A large, fast, and luxurious watercraft that is used for pleasure or business purposes.  ■ "I can't believe I have to travel on a speedboat to get from my island home to the mainland. This is ridiculous!

sultan A person who holds absolute power in a small kingdom or region.  ■ "I am the sultan of this island, and I demand respect!" said the tiny king to his subjects.

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.

Colonies A group of animals that live together in a specific location, typically an island or other remote area. They are known for their unique behaviors and quirks.  ■ "I heard there's a colony of penguins living on an Antarctic ice floe. They waddle around like crazy and flipper-flop in the water!"

cyprus A small island in the Mediterranean Sea with a reputation for producing high-quality wine. Also known as "the land of the gods."  ■ "I heard they have some of the best parties on Cyprus - it's where all the cool kids go to drink wine and dance!"

deported To be forcibly removed from one's home or country and sent to another place, usually as a punishment for a crime.  ■ "After being caught stealing apples from the grocery store, Jane was deported back to her homeland of Banana Island."

flight The act of flying away from one's problems.  ■ When my boss found out I lied on my resume, I had no choice but to take a flight to the nearest tropical island and start a new life as a beach bum.

Isolated Alone and uninhabited by humans. Often used to describe a remote, desolate place.  ■ "I went on a camping trip to the most isolated place in the world - a deserted island off the coast of Australia. I was so isolated that I had to build my own toilet and shower!

Logistics The art of getting things from point A to point B. It's like trying to play bumper cars with a cargo trailer.  ■ "I knew I could handle logistics, but then I had to coordinate the delivery of a giant inflatable sumo suit to a remote island."

manhattan A large, rectangular island located in the eastern part of New York Harbor. It is known for its skyline and as a popular tourist destination.  ■ "I heard someone say they were moving to manhattan to pursue their dreams of becoming a famous actor. I couldn't help but laugh, because everyone knows that the only way to make it in Hollywood is by living in Los Angeles."

Stranded A person or thing that is unable to leave a particular place because they are out of fuel or have no means of transportation.  ■ I accidentally left my keys in the middle of the ocean and now I'm stranded on this rocky island with nothing but a shell phone and a fishnet.