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Highlight refers to emphasizing, stressing, or drawing attention to a particular element, detail, or aspect of something. It can be used in physical sense such as using colors to highlight text or symbolically such as highlighting a significant event in history. In a broader context, it can also refer to the most significant or interesting part or event of something.

act stealthily or secretively

abnormally constricted body canal or passage

proximity, or the state of being near

Scotland is a country in the northern part of the United Kingdom, located off the northwestern coast of the European mainland. It is bounded by England to the south, the North Sea to the east, the Atlantic Ocean to the north and west, and the North Channel and the Irish Sea to the southwest. Scotland is known for its rugged highlands, lowland plains, lakes (known as lochs), as well as its own languages (Scots and Scottish Gaelic) and rich cultural traditions, including the kilt, bagpipes, and the famed Loch Ness Monster. Its capital is Edinburgh and the largest city is Glasgow.

Quercus variabilis, also known as the Chinese Cork Oak, is a species of oak native to eastern and central Asia. It is a deciduous tree that can grow up to 30 meters tall. It is known for its rough, corky bark that peels off in large sections, exposing a smooth and colorful new bark. The acorns of Quercus variabilis are also a food source for some birds and mammals. This tree is utilized for its timber and is also popular as an ornamental tree due to its attractive bark.

pods of the cowage plant or the stinging hairs covering them; used as a vermifuge when mixed with e.g. honey

a fungus of the genus Verticillium

Pinole is a type of flour traditionally made from ground maize, toasted and sometimes sweetened, often used in traditional Mexican and Central American dishes. It is also commonly consumed as a beverage or used as an ingredient in various recipes. Besides maize, it can also be made from other grains, seeds or beans.

a major French river; flows into the Mediterranean near Marseilles

smīt, v.t. to strike with the fist, hand, or weapon: to beat: to kill: to overthrow in battle: to affect with feeling: (B.) to blast: to afflict.—v.i. to strike:—pa.t. smōte; pa.p. smitt′en.—n. Smī′ter.—Smite off, to cut off; Smite out, to knock out; Smite with the tongue (B.), to reproach, to revile. [A.S. smítan; Dut. smijten, Ger. schmeissen.]

cause physical pain or suffering in

Removal is a Canadian experimental music group formed in 1997 in Vancouver. They have recorded and released six studio albums to date. They produce and release instrumental only music on their full-length albums, occasionally partnering with other artists to provide lyrics and vocals for an existing musical track.
Removal has been described alternatively as progressive metal or experimental rock. There are no vocal microphones on stage with the band during their live performances, and all communication with the audience outside of the music itself is done through text and images projected on the wall behind the band.
The band undertake regular tours through Europe, going so far as to keep a van of tour equipment at the ready in Amsterdam for their roughly annual tours. Removal used the 1980 Ford Econoline van that accompanied Terry Fox on the Marathon of Hope for touring in North America for many years.

The Mesozoic Era ( mez-ə-ZOH-ik, mez-oh-, mess-, mee-z-, mee-s-) is the second-to-last era of Earths geological history, lasting from about 252 to 66 million years ago, comprising the Triassic, Jurassic and Cretaceous Periods. It is characterized by the dominance of archosaurian reptiles, like the dinosaurs; an abundance of conifers and ferns; a hot greenhouse climate; and the tectonic break-up of Pangaea. The Mesozoic is the middle of the three eras since complex life evolved: the Paleozoic, the Mesozoic, and the Cenozoic.
The era began in the wake of the Permian–Triassic extinction event, the largest well-documented mass extinction in Earths history, and ended with the Cretaceous–Paleogene extinction event, another mass extinction whose victims included the non-avian dinosaurs, pterosaurs, mosasaurs, and plesiosaurs. The Mesozoic was a time of significant tectonic, climatic, and evolutionary activity. The era witnessed the gradual rifting of the supercontinent Pangaea into separate landmasses that would move into their current positions during the next era. The climate of the Mesozoic was varied, alternating between warming and cooling periods. Overall, however, the Earth was hotter than it is today. Dinosaurs first appeared in the Mid-Triassic, and became the dominant terrestrial vertebrates in the Late Triassic or Early Jurassic, occupying this position for about 150 or 135 million years until their demise at the end of the Cretaceous. Archaic birds appeared in the Jurassic, having evolved from a branch of theropod dinosaurs, then true toothless birds appeared in the Cretaceous. The first mammals also appeared during the Mesozoic, but would remain small—less than 15 kg (33 lb)—until the Cenozoic. The flowering plants appeared in the early Cretaceous Period and would rapidly diversify throughout the end of the era, replacing conifers and other gymnosperms as the dominant group of plants.

in the Eastern Orthodox Church this title is given to a position between bishop and patriarch; equivalent to archbishop in western Christianity

The nuthatches () constitute a genus, Sitta, of small passerine birds belonging to the family Sittidae. Characterised by large heads, short tails, and powerful bills and feet, nuthatches advertise their territory using loud, simple songs. Most species exhibit grey or bluish upperparts and a black eye stripe.
Most nuthatches breed in the temperate or montane woodlands of the Northern Hemisphere, although two species have adapted to rocky habitats in the warmer and drier regions of Eurasia. However, the greatest diversity is in Southern Asia, and similarities between the species have made it difficult to identify distinct species. All members of this genus nest in holes or crevices. Most species are non-migratory and live in their habitat year-round, although the North American red-breasted nuthatch migrates to warmer regions during the winter. A few nuthatch species have restricted ranges and face threats from deforestation.
Nuthatches are omnivorous, eating mostly insects, nuts, and seeds. They forage for insects hidden in or under bark by climbing along tree trunks and branches, sometimes upside-down. They forage within their territories when breeding, but they may join mixed feeding flocks at other times.
Their habit of wedging a large food item in a crevice and then hacking at it with their strong bills gives this group its English name.

A Bangalore Torpedo is a type of explosive device used primarily for clearing obstacles and destroying buildings, fortifications, or other structures. It was first developed by the British Indian Army in the city of Bangalore, India, in the early 20th century. The device typically includes a series of linked tubes filled with explosives that can be pushed into position and detonated remotely.

British colonial administrator who founded Singapore (1781-1826)

tendency to believe readily

An extension course is a program of study that is typically offered by a university or educational institution to individuals who are not regular students of the institution. It is designed to provide additional skills, knowledge or training, often in a specialized or specific area, and is usually conducted outside the regular academic schedule. These courses may be offered online, in the evenings, or on weekends to accommodate working professionals or people with various responsibilities.