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Laos cave rescue: a race against time, terrain and rain | DW News
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林宜悉 posted on 2026/05/28Imagine being trapped deep underground in a flooded cave – this video dives into the dramatic Laos cave rescue, explaining the incredible challenges divers face in zero visibility and treacherous terrain. You'll learn about the specialized techniques and equipment used in these high-stakes operations, and pick up some fascinating vocabulary related to extreme environments and rescue efforts!
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stick
US /stɪk/
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UK /stɪk/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To push a sharp or pointed object into something
- To join together using glue or paste
- Countable Noun
- Long thin piece of wood from a tree
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More absolutely
US /ˈæbsəˌlutli, ˌæbsəˈlutli/
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UK /ˈæbsəlu:tli/
- Adverb
- Completely; totally; very
- Considered independently and without relation to other things; viewed abstractly; as, quantity absolutely considered.
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More incredibly
US /ɪnˈkrɛdəblɪ/
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UK /ɪnˈkredəbli/
- Adverb
- To a great degree; very; amazingly
- Extremely; so much so it is hard to believe
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More individual
US /ˌɪndəˈvɪdʒuəl/
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UK /ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒuəl/
- Countable Noun
- Single person, looked at separately from others
- A single thing or item, especially when part of a set or group.
- Adjective
- Made for use by one single person
- Having a distinct manner different from others
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