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Solutions - Advanced - Unit 5 - 5A - Part 1

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 5 - 5A - Part 1 in the Solutions Advanced coursebook, such as "ultimatum", "insurgency", "atrocity", etc.

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war
[noun]

a state of armed fighting between two or more groups, nations, or states

Ex: The nation remained at war until a peace agreement was signed .
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conflict
[noun]

a serious disagreement or argument, often involving opposing interests or ideas

Ex: The internal conflict within the organization affected its overall efficiency and morale.
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ally
[noun]

a country that aids another country, particularly if a war breaks out

Ex: Even in peacetime, the two countries remained close allies, working together on economic and environmental issues.
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a conflict where one side uses unconventional tactics to fight a stronger, more traditional military force

Ex: The smaller group used asymmetric warfare to disrupt the much larger enemy ’s operations .
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atrocity
[noun]

an extremely brutal act, especially in war

Ex: The history book detailed many atrocities committed during the war , each story more harrowing than the last .
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border
[noun]

a line that separates two countries, provinces, or states from each other

Ex: The border patrol is responsible for monitoring and enforcing immigration laws along the country 's borders.
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civilian
[Adjective]

relating to a person who is not a member of the military or police force and does not hold an official position in the government

Ex: He served as a civilian volunteer , helping to distribute food and supplies to those in need .
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the group of politicians in control of a country or state

Ex: In a democratic system , the government is chosen by the people through free and fair elections .
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coalition
[noun]

an alliance between two or more countries or between political parties when forming a government or during elections

Ex: The trade union formed a coalition with student organizations to advocate for better working conditions and affordable education .
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a small, illegitimate military group characterized by fast-moving actions, utilizing violence, terrorism, traps, and hit-and-run tactics against official military and police forces

Ex: They trained in secret , preparing to join the guerrilla force and fight for their homeland ’s freedom .
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a rebellion or armed uprising against established authority

Ex: After the fall of the regime , an insurgency formed to challenge the new government .
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invasion
[noun]

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

Ex: The historical invasion of the Roman Empire reshaped the landscape of Europe .
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leader
[noun]

a person who leads or commands others

Ex: Community organizers rally people together and act as leaders for positive change.
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a person's profession or job, typically the means by which they earn a living

Ex: She decided to change her occupation and pursue a career in healthcare to help others improve their well-being .
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security
[noun]

the state of being protected or having protection against any types of danger

Ex: National security measures were increased in response to the recent threats.
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units within legitimate armed forces, comprising elite soldiers specially trained to undertake challenging missions and combat adversaries such as guerrilla forces and terrorists

Ex: Special Forces members often undergo years of intense physical and mental training .
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terrorist
[noun]

person who uses violence or threats to achieve political or ideological goals by targeting innocent people or civilians

Ex: The terrorist was sentenced to life in prison after being convicted of plotting a series of violent acts against innocent civilians .
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training
[noun]

the process during which someone learns the skills needed in order to do a particular job

Ex: Military training prepares soldiers for various combat scenarios.
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camp
[noun]

a military facility where troops are stationed for training or operational purposes

Ex: The camp served as a base for operations in the region .
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troops
[noun]

groups of soldiers organized for military operations, often used to refer collectively to military personnel or forces in a particular area or situation

Ex: After the invasion , additional troops were deployed to maintain order in the region .
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to convey a speech, idea, etc. to an audience in a clear and effective manner

Ex: The preacher delivered a moving sermon on forgiveness and redemption to the congregation .
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to give
[Verb]

to guess how long something will last

Ex: Based on the weather forecast , I give the outdoor event a few hours before the rain starts .
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to issue
[Verb]

to release an official document such as a statement, warrant, etc.

Ex: Can you issue a proclamation for the upcoming event ?
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to deliver a speech or presentation that publicly expresses one's ideas, plans, etc.

Ex: The students had to present their projects in front of the class .
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to send
[Verb]

to have a person, letter, or package physically delivered from one location to another, specifically by mail

Ex: They promised to send the signed contract to us by the end of the week .
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to be given something or to accept something that is sent

Ex: We received an invitation to their wedding .
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to comply
[Verb]

to act in accordance with rules, regulations, or requests

Ex: Last month , the construction team complied with the revised building codes .
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to ignore
[Verb]

to intentionally pay no or little attention to someone or something

Ex: Over the years , he has successfully ignored unnecessary criticism to focus on his goals .
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to remove something from a specific location or situation

Ex: The archaeologists carefully withdrew the artifacts from the excavation site for further analysis .
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ultimatum
[noun]

a final and serious demand made by one person to another, which includes consequences if the demand is not met

Ex: The president ’s ultimatum left the opposing party with little room for negotiation .
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to be
[Verb]

used when naming, or giving description or information about people, things, or situations

Ex: Why are you being so stubborn ?
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to fight
[Verb]

to take part in a violent physical action against someone

Ex: The gang members fought in the street , causing chaos .
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to win
[Verb]

to become the most successful, the luckiest, or the best in a game, race, fight, etc.

Ex: They won the game in the last few seconds with a spectacular goal .
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to lose
[Verb]

to not win in a race, fight, game, etc.

Ex: The underdog team lost to the favorites .
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to officially tell people something

Ex: He declared his intention to run for mayor in the upcoming election .
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to go
[Verb]

to travel or move from one location to another

Ex: Does this train go to the airport?
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the process of promoting to a new position or gaining political power

Ex: Through careful negotiation and public support , the senator 's rise to power was both strategic and swift .
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to assume
[Verb]

to take or begin to have power or responsibility

Ex: When the project manager left , she assumed leadership and guided the team to completion .
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to seize
[Verb]

to suddenly and forcibly take hold of something

Ex: To protect the child , the parent had to seize their arm and pull them away from danger .
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to take
[Verb]

to capture a place and obtain control over it

Ex: The warlord sought to take the neighboring villages to expand his territory and influence .
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to fall
[Verb]

to lose a position of power, authority, or influence, often as a result of a negative event or circumstance

Ex: The monarch's reign fell abruptly when a rebellion emerged.
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to stop trying when faced with failures or difficulties

Ex: Do n’t give up now ; you ’re almost there .
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