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Which medieval architectural style is characterized by pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and flying buttresses?

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Gothic

Gothic architecture allowed for much taller buildings and thinner walls than the previous Romanesque style. The 'flying buttress' was a revolutionary external support that shifted the weight of the roof away from the walls, allowing for the massive, light-filled stained-glass windows we see in cathedrals like Notre-Dame.

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