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Solutions - Advanced - Unit 9 - 9A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 9 - 9A in the Solutions Advanced coursebook, such as "interplanetary", "ascension", "hurtle", etc.

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shift

the action of changing the position or location of something, typically by moving it from one place to another

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alien

a creature that is believed to exist in other worlds or planets

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invasion

the act of invading or entering a territory, country, or region by force or without permission, often with the intent to control or dominate the area and its inhabitants

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global

regarding or affecting the entire world

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pandemic

a disease that spreads across a large region or even across the world

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interplanetary

existing or occurring between planets

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collision

(physics) the act of two or more moving items crashing onto each other

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robot

a machine that can perform tasks automatically

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ascension

the act of moving or rising upwards

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pole

the most northern or most southern points of the earth that are joined by its axis of rotation

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supervolcanic

(of a volcano) capable of producing an extreme volcanic eruption

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eruption

the sudden outburst of lava and steam from a volcanic mountain

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asteroid

any of the rocky bodies orbiting the sun, ranging greatly in diameter, also found in large numbers between Jupiter and Mars

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impact

an influence or effect that something has on a person, situation, or thing

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nuclear

describing weapons that are powered by the energy produced either from nuclear fission or a combination of fusion and fission reactions

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holocaust

a catastrophic event that results in widespread death and destruction

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to unleash

to let out or express a strong emotion or feeling, such as anger, frustration, or excitement

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to spell disaster

to predict a severe, harmful or catastrophic event or outcome

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to detonate

to cause an explosion

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to hurtle

to move with speed and intensity

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to overthrow

to forcefully remove a person of authority or power from their position

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to slam

to hit or strike with great force, often making a loud noise

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to wreak

to cause or inflict damage, harm, or destruction, often with great force or intensity

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havoc

a state of widespread chaos, confusion, or destruction

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to wipe out

to entirely remove something

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to be born with a silver spoon in one's mouth

to be born into a wealthy or privileged family and having access to all the luxuries and comfort that comes with it

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birds of a feather flock together

used to imply that people with similar interests or characteristics tend to associate with each other

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first come, first served

used to say that people will be served or helped in the order that they arrive or make their requests

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there is no smoke without fire

used to suggest that even if the details of a particular story or rumor are not entirely accurate, there is usually some underlying truth or basis for the rumor

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ignorance is bliss

used to suggest that not knowing certain information can be preferable to facing it, particularly when it is unpleasant or burdensome

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forewarned is forearmed

used to imply that being informed or aware of a potential danger or problem in advance allows one to be better prepared to deal with it

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time will tell

used to mean that by passing time it will be proved if something is true, valid, or effective

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it takes all sorts to make a world

used to imply that diversity and individual differences among people are necessary for the world to function and thrive

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bird in the hand is worth two in the bush

used to imply that it is better to hold onto something you already have for sure, rather than risking it for the possibility of getting more in the future

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too many cooks spoil the broth

used to imply that if too many people are involved in a task or project, it can become disorganized or ineffective

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all work and no play makes Jack (become) a dull boy

used to suggest that if someone only focuses on work and does not take time for leisure activities or enjoyment, they will become boring, uninteresting, and unhappy

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a stitch in time saves nine

used to imply that it is better to address a problem or make a small repair early on, rather than waiting and allowing the problem to become more serious and difficult to fix later

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(the) early bird catches the worm

used to imply that the person who starts their day or task early will have an advantage over those who start later or procrastinate

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where there is a will, there is a way

used to emphasize that if a person is determined enough to do something, they will find a way to do it, regardless of the obstacles or challenges

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the grass is (always) greener on the other side (of the fence)

used to say that people often think that other situations or circumstances are better than their own, even if they are not

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to not count one's chickens

to be cautious and not assume that something will succeed or happen as planned, as there is always a possibility of unforeseen obstacles or problems

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