noun
ADJECTIVE
▪ global , mass , total , widespread
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the mass ~ of the dinosaurs
▪ near , virtual
▪ imminent
▪ eventual
▪ local
▪ species
VERB + EXTINCTION
▪ cause , lead to
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Modern farming methods have led to the total ~ of many species of wild flowers.
▪ be doomed to , be in danger of , be on the brink of , be on the edge of , be on the verge of , be threatened with , face
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The island's way of life is doomed to ~.
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These animals are now on the verge of ~.
▪ prevent
▪ be saved from , survive