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Solutions - Advanced - Unit 8 - 8A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 8 - 8A in the Solutions Advanced coursebook, such as "conspiracy", "allegation", "slander", etc.

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to plot
to plot
[Verb]

to secretly make a plan to harm someone or do something illegal

Ex: The group of conspirators plotted to sabotage the competitor's business by spreading false rumors. 
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outcry
outcry
[noun]

a loud, sustained noise or shout of disapproval, protest, or outrage

Ex: From all corners of society, there arose a unified outcry against the unjust treatment of marginalized communities. 
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revelation

the act of making something known or revealed, particularly something surprising or previously unknown

Ex: The revelation of the secret shocked everyone in the room. 
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scandal
scandal
[noun]

harmful and sensational gossip about someone's private life, often designed to shame or discredit them in public

Ex: The actor's scandal was discussed in every corner of the media. 
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political
political
[Adjective]

related to or involving the governance of a country or territory

Ex: Political debates often revolve around issues such as taxation, healthcare, and national security. 
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conspiracy

a secret plan by a group to commit an unlawful, harmful, or treacherous act

Ex: The police uncovered a conspiracy to overthrow the government. 
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conspiracy theory

a belief or explanation that suggests a secret group or organization is responsible for an event, often involving illegal or dishonest activities

Ex: The idea that lizard people run the world is a bizarre conspiracy theory. 
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cover-up
cover-up
[noun]

an attempt to conceal something, often an illegal or unethical action or situation

Ex: The company was accused of a cover-up after it was revealed they hid evidence of pollution. 
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to expose
to expose
[Verb]

to put someone or something in a position in which they are vulnerable or are at risk

Ex: The lack of security exposed the company to cyberattacks. 
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libel
libel
[noun]

a published false statement that damages a person's reputation

Ex: The celebrity sued the tabloid for libel after it published false and damaging statements about her personal life. 
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slander
slander
[noun]

a false and malicious statement made about someone with the intent to harm their reputation or character

Ex: The actress sued for slander after false rumors were spread about her personal life. 
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to accuse
to accuse
[Verb]

to say that a person or group has done something wrong

Ex: He was falsely accused of cheating on the exam and faced serious consequences. 
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to pay out

to distribute money or funds, usually as a payment for something or as compensation for a loss or damage

Ex: The insurance company will pay out the claim after reviewing the damages. 
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reputation

the state in which a person or an organization is highly respected and esteemed by others

Ex: His reputation was damaged after the scandal was exposed to the public. 
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to emerge
to emerge
[Verb]

to become apparent after a period of development, transformation, or investigation

Ex: After undergoing a significant transformation, the old neighborhood emerged as a vibrant cultural hub. 
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to hack
to hack
[Verb]

(computing) to illegally access a computer system, network, or online account in order to find, use, or change the information it contains

Ex: Hackers may try to hack into your email account to send spam messages to your contacts. 
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to secure
to secure
[Verb]

to reach or gain a particular thing, typically requiring significant amount of effort

Ex: After months of negotiations, they finally secured a contract with the new client. 
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scoop
scoop
[noun]

a piece of news reported by a news agency sooner than other media channels or newspapers

Ex: The journalist's investigative work led to a major scoop, uncovering corruption at the highest levels of government. 
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to listen in

to listen to a conversation or communication without participating

Ex: The teacher listened in on the students' conversation, making sure they were staying on topic. 
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to settle
to settle
[Verb]

to resolve a legal dispute decisively or definitively, often in order to bring an end to it

Ex: They settled the lawsuit out of court to avoid a lengthy trial. 
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lawsuit
lawsuit
[noun]

a complaint or claim that someone brings to a law court for settlement

Ex: She filed a lawsuit against the company for wrongful termination. 
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to obtain
to obtain
[Verb]

to get something, often with difficulty

Ex: She obtains a new book from the library every week. 
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inside information

information that is not yet publicly available, and is known only to a select group of people

Ex: He was accused of using inside information to gain an unfair advantage in the stock market. 
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to face
to face
[Verb]

to deal with a given situation, especially an unpleasant one

Ex: Employees often face challenges in adapting to new workplace policies. 
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allegation

an assertion of fact made by one party in a legal proceeding, which is not yet proved

Ex: The defendant denied the allegations of fraud made against him in court. 
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to hamper
to hamper
[Verb]

to prevent something from moving or progressing

Ex: The heavy rain hampered our plans for a picnic. 
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inquiry
inquiry
[noun]

the process of seeking information or knowledge through investigation, exploration, or analysis

Ex: The scientist’s inquiry into climate change has led to several groundbreaking discoveries. 
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to issue
to issue
[Verb]

to make available for sale or distribution to the public

Ex: The company plans to issue a new version of the software next month. 
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apology
apology
[noun]

something that a person says or writes that shows they regret what they did to someone

Ex: She sent an apology to her friend for missing the birthday party. 
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agreement
agreement
[noun]

a promise, an arrangement, or a contract between two or more people

Ex: They signed a rental agreement before moving into the apartment. 
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approval
approval
[noun]

a formal agreement to something

Ex: The project received approval from the board before moving forward. 
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to accede to

to agree to a request, proposal, or demand

Ex: The board of directors finally acceded to the employees' request for better working conditions. 
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to concur
to concur
[Verb]

to express agreement with a particular opinion, statement, action, etc.

Ex: It's reassuring when experts from various fields concur on such critical matters, providing a unified recommendation. 
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to condone

to accept or forgive something that is commonly believed to be wrong

Ex: The company's failure to address employee misconduct might be seen as condoning unethical practices in the workplace. 
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to acquiesce

to reluctantly accept something without protest

Ex: The student, unable to convince the teacher otherwise, acquiesced and accepted the lower grade on the assignment. 
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to assent
to assent
[Verb]

to agree to something, such as a suggestion, request, etc.

Ex: During the meeting, members of the committee were asked to assent to the proposed changes in the project plan. 
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to comply
to comply
[Verb]

to act in accordance with rules, regulations, or requests

Ex: Employees are expected to comply with the company's code of conduct. 
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to endorse

to publicly state that one supports or approves someone or something

Ex: The celebrity endorsed the new skincare product, praising its effectiveness. 
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euphemism
euphemism
[noun]

a word or expression that is used instead of a harsh or insulting one in order to be more tactful and polite

Ex: "Between jobs" is a euphemism for being unemployed. 
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exchange
exchange
[noun]

the act of exchanging or trading one thing for another

Ex: The exchange of gifts during the holidays is a cherished tradition. 
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view
view
[noun]

a particular way of seeing or understanding something

Ex: Her view of the problem was very practical. 
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to expect
to expect
[Verb]

to think or believe that it is possible for something to happen or for someone to do something

Ex: The weather forecast led us to expect rain this weekend. 
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economically
economically
[Adverb]

in a way that concerns money, trade, or financial matters

Ex: The factory is important economically to the town. 
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disadvantaged
disadvantaged
[Adjective]

(of a person or area) facing challenging circumstances, especially financially or socially

Ex: The disadvantaged neighborhood lacked access to quality education and healthcare. 
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ethnic cleansing

the forced removal or elimination of a particular ethnic or religious group from a specific geographic area, often through violent means

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thin on top
thin on top
[phrase]

having less hair, particularly on the upper part of the head, often leading to baldness

Ex: He's been getting thin on top since his thirties. 
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to let go
to let go
[Verb]

to dismiss someone from their job or employment, often due to poor performance or misconduct

Ex: The manager decided to let her go due to repeated policy violations. 
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misinformation

false or inaccurate information that is spread or communicated, often with the intention of deceiving or misleading others

Ex: The article was full of misinformation, leading many readers to believe false claims about the event. 
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pre-owned
pre-owned
[Adjective]

previously owned or used by someone else before being sold or resold, often in reference to goods such as cars, electronics, or clothing

Ex: He bought a pre-owned car to save money while still getting a reliable vehicle. 
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restroom
restroom
[noun]

a room in a public place with a toilet in it

Ex: He asked the waiter where the restroom was located. 
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spin doctor

a person or group of people who are often employed by politicians, public figures, or the government in order to shape the public opinion in their favor

Ex: The minister hired a spin doctor to make the scandal look less serious. 
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political correctness

the use of language, behavior, or policies that are intended to avoid offense or discrimination towards certain groups of people

Ex: The company adopted political correctness in its advertisements to ensure they were inclusive of all ethnic groups. 
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champagne socialist

used to describe a person who advocates for socialist policies but is perceived to live a luxurious or privileged lifestyle

Ex: He’s often called a champagne socialist because he talks about reducing income inequality but drives a luxury car. 
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hot potato

a difficult or controversial issue or topic that is uncomfortable or risky to handle

Ex: The scandal surrounding the company's financial practices became a hot potato that no executive wanted to address directly. 
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to [get] on {one's} soapbox

to express one's strong opinions or beliefs publicly and forcefully, often in a long and impassioned speech

Ex: He got on his soapbox and gave a passionate speech about income inequality. 
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friends in high places

one's acquaintances who possess great influence and are willing to help one get out of trouble or achieve what one desires

Ex: He avoided trouble because he had friends in high places. 
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to authorize

to officially give permission for a specific action, process, etc.

Ex: The manager will authorize the contract by signing it, giving official approval for the business deal. 
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to [play] politics

to engage in activities or behaviors that are intended to gain or maintain power or advantage within a group or organization

Ex: He played politics to secure his position on the board of directors. 
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to [climb] the greasy pole

to advance in one's career or social status by using unfair or dishonest methods, often while competing with others who have similar goals

Ex: He has reached the top by climbing the greasy pole for over a decade. 
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