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El libro Solutions - Avanzado - Unidad 9 - 9A

Aquí encontrarás el vocabulario de la Unidad 9 - 9A en el libro de curso Solutions Advanced, como "interplanetario", "ascensión", "precipitarse", etc.

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shift
shift
[Sustantivo]

the action of relocating from one place to another

traslado, cambio

traslado, cambio

Ex: Their shift to a new office improved workflow. 
alien
alien
[Sustantivo]

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

extraterrestre

extraterrestre

Ex: The idea of aliens visiting Earth has been a topic of debate and speculation, with various reports and sightings fueling conspiracy theories. 
invasion
invasion
[Sustantivo]

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

invasión

invasión

Ex: The invasion of Normandy was a turning point in World War II. 
global
global
[Adjetivo]

regarding or affecting the entire world

global, mundial

global, mundial

Ex: The pandemic has had a global impact on public health, economies, and daily life. 
pandemic
pandemic
[Sustantivo]

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

pandemia

pandemia

Ex: The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted nearly every person on the planet. 
interplanetary
interplanetary
[Adjetivo]

existing or occurring between planets

interplanetario

interplanetario

Ex: Interplanetary spacecraft like Voyager 1 have traveled beyond our solar system. 
collision
collision
[Sustantivo]

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

colisión

colisión

Ex: Astronomers predicted a future collision between two galaxies billions of years from now. 
robot
robot
[Sustantivo]

a machine that can perform tasks automatically

robot

robot

Ex: The factory uses a robot to assemble parts with precision. 
ascension
ascension
[Sustantivo]

the act of moving or rising upwards

ascensión, elevación

ascensión, elevación

Ex: The ascension of the hot air balloon was breathtaking as it rose into the sky. 
pole
pole
[Sustantivo]

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

polo

polo

Ex: The North Pole is located in the middle of the Arctic Ocean, covered by shifting sea ice throughout the year. 
supervolcanic
supervolcanic
[Adjetivo]

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

supervolcánico, volcánico extremo

supervolcánico, volcánico extremo

Ex: A supervolcanic eruption can release thousands of cubic kilometers of lava and ash. 
eruption
eruption
[Sustantivo]

the sudden outburst of lava and steam from a volcanic mountain

erupción

erupción

Ex: The volcanic eruption sent ash and lava flowing down the mountainside. 
asteroid
asteroid
[Sustantivo]

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

asteroide

asteroide

Ex: Scientists study asteroids to learn about the early solar system and potential threats to Earth. 
impact
impact
[Sustantivo]

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

impacto

impacto

Ex: The teacher’s encouragement had a positive impact on the student’s confidence. 
nuclear
nuclear
[Adjetivo]

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

nuclear

nuclear

Ex: The country tested a new nuclear bomb that caused global concern. 
holocaust
holocaust
[Sustantivo]

a catastrophic event that results in widespread death and destruction

holocausto, catástrofe

holocausto, catástrofe

Ex: The holocaust of war left the country in ruins, with countless lives lost. 
to unleash
to unleash
[Verbo]

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

liberar, desatar

liberar, desatar

Ex: He unleashed his frustration by shouting at the top of his lungs. 
to [spell] disaster

to predict a severe, harmful or catastrophic event or outcome

presagiar un desastre, anunciar problemas graves

presagiar un desastre, anunciar problemas graves

Ex: The large cracks in the dam spelled disaster for the nearby town. 
to detonate

to make something explode

hacer detonar

hacer detonar

Ex: The technician detonated the device in a controlled environment. 
to hurtle
to hurtle
[Verbo]

to move with speed and intensity

precipitarse, dispararse

precipitarse, dispararse

Ex: The soccer ball hurtled toward the goalpost, propelled by the player's powerful kick. 
to overthrow

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

derrocar

derrocar

Ex: The citizens united to overthrow the corrupt leader and establish a new government. 
to slam
to slam
[Verbo]

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

golpear, azotar

golpear, azotar

Ex: Frustrated with the argument, she had to slam her hand on the table to make a point. 
to wreak
to wreak
[Verbo]

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

causar

causar

Ex: The negligence of the factory owner resulted in a chemical spill that wreaked environmental damage. 
havoc
havoc
[Sustantivo]

a state of widespread chaos, confusion, or destruction

estragos, caos

estragos, caos

Ex: The hurricane caused havoc along the coast, leaving behind severe damage. 
to wipe out

to entirely remove something

borrar

borrar

Ex: They wiped the stain out from the carpet using a cleaning solution. 
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

nacido en cuna de oro, de familia acomodada

nacido en cuna de oro, de familia acomodada

Ex: He was born with a silver spoon in his mouth and never had to work for anything. 
birds of a feather flock together

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

Ex: They both love art, so it's no surprise that they're best friends; birds of a feather flock together. 
first come, first served

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

Ex: Tickets are limited, so it’s first come, first served—get there early to secure yours. 
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

Ex: They say he's involved in the scandal—no smoke without fire, right? 
ignorance is bliss

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

Ex: She decided not to read the reviews before the performance—ignorance is bliss. 
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

hombre prevenido vale por dos

hombre prevenido vale por dos

Ex: It’s good that you told me about the storm—forewarned is forearmed. 
time will tell
time will tell
[Oración]

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

el tiempo dirá, ya se verá

el tiempo dirá, ya se verá

Ex: Time will tell whether the new policy actually works. 
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

Ex: He’s eccentric, but it takes all sorts to make a world. 
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

Ex: I know you want a better job, but remember, a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush. 
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

Ex: We should limit the number of people working on this project—too many cooks spoil the broth. 
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

Ex: You need a break from your studies—after all, all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy. 
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

Ex: Fix that leak now, because a stitch in time saves nine. 
(the|) early bird (catches|gets) 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

Ex: She always arrives at work early; after all, the early bird catches the worm. 
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

Ex: You’ll finish that project on time—where there’s a will, there’s a way. 
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

Ex: She thinks life will be easier in another city, but the grass is always greener on the other side. 
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

no cantes victoria, no vendas la piel del oso

no cantes victoria, no vendas la piel del oso

Ex: We're close to a deal, but let's not count our chickens yet. 
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