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Rise of London (Full Episode) | Drain the Oceans | National Geographic
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林宜悉 posted on 2026/04/17Ever wondered how London became the massive metropolis it is today? This fascinating episode uses incredible technology to 'drain' the Thames and reveal the city's Roman origins, including the discovery of its first major harbor and an amazing engineering feat! You'll pick up vocabulary related to archaeology and ancient engineering as you explore the secrets hidden beneath the modern city.
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vital
US /'vaɪtl/
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UK /'vaɪtl/
- Adjective
- Needed to support life; essential
- Full of life; energetic
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US /ˈɛvɪdəns/
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UK /'evɪdəns/
- Uncountable Noun
- Factual proof that helps to establish the truth
- Information presented in court to prove or disprove alleged facts.
- Transitive Verb
- To indicate clearly; to be evidence of.
- To show clearly; prove.
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US /ˈenʃənt/
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UK /'eɪnʃənt/
- Adjective
- Very old; having lived a very long time ago
- Relating to a period in history, especially in the distant past.
- Noun
- A person who lived in ancient times.
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