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extinct
01
(of an animal, plant, etc.) not having any living members, either due to natural causes, environmental changes, or human activity
02
(of e.g. volcanos) permanently inactive
03
being out or having grown cold
04
not in existence anymore
extinct
adj
Example
The passenger pigeon was once one of the most abundant bird species in North America but became extinct in the early 20th century.
Scientists work tirelessly to prevent more species from becoming extinct by studying and conserving endangered animals and their habitats.
Conservation efforts aim to protect endangered species and prevent them from becoming extinct.
The dodo bird is an example of a species that is now extinct, as it disappeared centuries ago due to human activity.
The genus Homo encompasses modern humans and our closest extinct relatives, like Homo neanderthalensis.
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