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noun a combustible black or dark brown rock consisting chiefly of carbonized plant matter, found mainly in underground deposits and widely used as fuel

• Coal is a fossil fuel that is commonly used for electricity generation.
• My grandfather used to work in the coal mines when he was younger.
• I'm so tired, I feel like I've been coal mining all day.
• His heart was as black as coal after what he did.

noun the practice of moving from place to place in search of food and resources, without having a permanent home

• Nomadism is the traditional way of life for many indigenous tribes.
• My friend is really into nomadism and loves to travel and live off the grid.
• Some people think nomadism is cool because you get to see so many different places.
• In a world full of constant change, embracing a sense of nomadism can be liberating.

noun a law or rule that forbids something

adjective pertaining to the act of prohibiting

• The prohibition of alcohol in the United States lasted from 1920 to 1933.
• There's a strict prohibition against smoking in this area.
• I heard there's a total prohibition on bringing outside food into the movie theater.
• The prohibition of negative thinking can lead to a more positive mindset.

noun a large, often open-air structure for sports or other events, with tiered seating for spectators

• The stadium was filled to capacity for the championship game.
• Let's meet at the stadium before the concert starts.
• The stadium was lit during the game last night.
• Her mind was like a stadium, filled with thoughts and memories.

noun a period during which a war is taking place

• During wartime, many civilians were forced to evacuate their homes.
• My grandfather always tells stories about his experiences during wartime.
• I heard that movie is set in a futuristic wartime world.
• The intense competition felt like a wartime battle for market share.

noun a term used to refer to the hypothetical secession of California from the United States

• There has been ongoing debate regarding the possibility of a Calexit movement in California.
• Have you heard about the Calexit idea that some people in California are talking about?
• I don't think Calexit will ever happen, but it's interesting to think about.
• The idea of Calexit represents a desire for greater autonomy and independence within California.

noun a term used to refer to the Nigerian film industry, based in Lagos, known for producing a large number of movies annually

• Nollywood is a thriving film industry in Nigeria, known for producing a large number of movies each year.
• I love watching Nollywood movies with my friends on weekends.
• Nollywood flicks are always a hit at our movie nights.
• The rise of Nollywood represents the growing influence of African cinema on the global stage.