chain – n. stores having the same ownership and selling the same kinds of goods
commodity –n. a basic material that is widely traded and used
phase out –v. to stop using in steps over time
deforestation –n. the act of cutting down or burning trees in an area
convey –v. to make something known to someone
subtle –adj. clever or indirect, not easily noticed
branding –n. the process of establishing the popular image of a specific product
follow suit –v. to do the same thing someone else has done