Extinct
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Beyond Existence
Use it to describe things that used to be alive or functioning but aren't anymore. The woolly mammoth became extinct thousands of years ago.
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Cultural Significance
It often refers to lost cultural aspects, like a way of life or customs. Some ancient rituals are now extinct.
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Historical Context
It's used for species or practices that ended due to historical events. Many languages went extinct after the European colonization.