Read the passage and fill each blank with the most appropriate single word.

The rapid growth of cities has led to a sharp increase in $\text{___(1)___}$, putting pressure on local water supplies. Many residents now rely on $\text{___(2)___}$ water, which often contains harmful contaminants. To combat this, governments have introduced $\text{___(3)___}$ that encourage the use of rainwater harvesting and water‑saving appliances. However, public awareness remains $\text{___(4)___}$, and without community participation the measures are unlikely to succeed.

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Read the passage and fill each blank with the most appropriate single word.

The rapid growth of cities has led to a sharp increase in $\text{___(1)___}$, putting pressure on local water supplies. Many residents now rely on $\text{___(2)___}$ water, which often contains harmful contaminants. To combat this, governments have introduced $\text{___(3)___}$ that encourage the use of rainwater harvesting and water‑saving appliances. However, public awareness remains $\text{___(4)___}$, and without community participation the measures are unlikely to succeed.

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pollution; untreated; incentives; limited

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