incapacitate – v. to make (someone or something) unable to work, move, or function in the usual way
foothold – n. a position that makes it possible to begin an activity or effort
tropical –adj. characteristic of a region or climate that is frost-free with temperatures high enough to support year-round plant growth given sufficient moisture
temperate –adj. having temperatures that are not too hot or too cold
climate – n. the usual weather conditions in a particular place or region
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