The environment

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Across
  1. 3. A structure built to prevent the overflow of a river or other body of water. They are usually embankments made of earth or concrete.
  2. 5. In a general sense, it refers to the act of using sandbags to protect an area from flooding.
  3. 6. Extremely important or essential.
  4. 7. The action of reducing the severity, seriousness, or painfulness of something.
  5. 9. To recognize or be able to name someone or something.
  6. 10. The process of keeping something in good condition by checking and repairing it regularly.
Down
  1. 1. The act of making something smaller or less in amount, size, or degree.
  2. 2. A group of people living in the same area or having a common interest.
  3. 4. To express disapproval or find fault with something or someone.
  4. 8. To cause severe damage or destruction.