Collocations for extinction - noun

global, mass, total, widespread
the mass extinction of the dinosaurs

near, virtual
imminent
eventual
local
species

cause, lead to
Modern farming methods have led to the total extinction of many species of wild flowers.

be doomed to, be in danger of, be on the brink of, be on the edge of, be on the verge of, be threatened with, face
The island's way of life is doomed to extinction.
These animals are now on the verge of extinction.

prevent
be saved from, survive