VOA慢速英语:沿海城市的未来取决于气候变化

tide - n. the regular upward and downward movement of the level of the ocean that is caused by the pull of the sun and the moon on the Earth

drain - n. something, such as a pipe, that is used for removing a liquid from a place or container

address - v. to deal with a matter, issue or problem

globally - adv. involving the entire world

resident - n. someone who lives in a particular place

resilience - n. the ability to recover quickly after difficulties

conversation - n. an informal talk involving two people or a small group of people

adapt - v. to change your behavior so that it is easier to live in a particular place or situation