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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Solutions - Advanced
to plot [verb]

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

Ex: The antagonist in the novel meticulously plotted to frame the protagonist for a crime he did not commit .
outcry [noun]

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

Ex: The insensitive remarks made by the celebrity on social media led to a widespread outcry and subsequent public apology .

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

Ex: The scientist 's discovery was hailed as a major revelation in physics .
scandal [noun]

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

Ex: They could n’t believe the scandal that had been published in the tabloids .
political [adjective]

related to or involving the governance of a country or territory

Ex: The political landscape of the country shifted dramatically after the election .

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

Ex: The novel tells the story of a conspiracy against the monarchy .

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

Ex: Some conspiracy theories start with a small truth but spiral into wild assumptions .
cover-up [noun]

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

Ex: The cover-up of the incident only lasted a few days before details began leaking to the press .

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

Ex: Right now , the new policy is exposing the company to criticism from stakeholders .
libel [noun]

a published false statement that damages a person's reputation

Ex: The journalist faced charges of libel for falsely accusing the businessman of fraud in an article .
slander [noun]

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

Ex:

to say that a person or group has done something wrong

Ex: She accused her colleague of stealing her ideas during the meeting .

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

Ex: The charity paid out donations to several families affected by the natural disaster .

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

Ex: She ’s known for her reputation as a fair and just manager in the workplace .

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

Ex: With time , the truth about the situation started to emerge , revealing the complexities of the issue .
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:

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

Ex: The team secured a victory in the final minutes of the game with a last-minute goal .
scoop [noun]

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

Ex: Being the first to report on the breaking story , the reporter scored a journalistic scoop that garnered widespread attention .

to listen to a conversation or communication without participating

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

Ex: The parties decided to settle the case , reaching a fair agreement without further legal action .
lawsuit [noun]

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

Ex: The lawsuit was settled out of court with both parties agreeing to a financial settlement .

to get something, often with difficulty

Ex: By this time , she has already obtained a degree in computer science .

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

Ex: Using inside information to place bets on a sports event can lead to serious legal consequences .
to face [verb]

to deal with a given situation, especially an unpleasant one

Ex: Last year , the company faced financial difficulties but managed to recover .

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

Ex: The company issued a statement denying the allegations of environmental violations .

to prevent something from moving or progressing

Ex: Inadequate funding may hamper the development of essential infrastructure .
inquiry [noun]

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

Ex: After receiving the complaint , the school began an inquiry into the matter .
to issue [verb]

to make available for sale or distribution to the public

Ex: The bank is set to issue new credit cards to all its customers .
apology [noun]

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

Ex: The teacher accepted the student 's apology for not completing the assignment on time .

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

Ex: The two countries negotiated a trade agreement to benefit both economies .
approval [noun]

a formal agreement to something

Ex: The design changes required the client 's approval before implementation .

to agree to a request, proposal, or demand

Ex: The government decided to accede to the citizens ' demand for increased public transportation services .

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

Ex: After a thorough discussion , the team was able to concur on the strategy to address the challenges they were facing in the project .

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

Ex: Silence on certain issues can be interpreted as condoning societal norms , even if they go against principles of equality and justice .

to reluctantly accept something without protest

Ex: Despite her reservations , she decided to acquiesce to their demands in order to avoid conflict .

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

Ex: As a form of politeness , participants often assent by nodding or giving a verbal agreement during discussions .

to act in accordance with rules, regulations, or requests

Ex: The company implemented new security measures , and everyone needs to comply .

to publicly state that one supports or approves someone or something

Ex: The teacher was happy to endorse the student 's scholarship application due to their outstanding achievements .

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

Ex: The phrase ' passed away ' is a common euphemism for ' died , ' used to soften the harsh reality of death .
exchange [noun]

the act of exchanging or trading one thing for another

Ex: The exchange of currency at the airport had a high fee .
view [noun]

a particular way of seeing or understanding something

Ex: He offered a view that considered long-term effects .

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

Ex: She did n't expect such a warm reception at the event .

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

Ex: The new trade deal affects the region economically .
disadvantaged [adjective]

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

Ex: The disadvantaged students received scholarships to help them pursue higher education .

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

thin on top [phrase]

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

Ex: His family often teases him about going thin on top , but he takes it in good humor .

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

Ex: After a heated argument with a client , he was let go from his position .

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

Ex: She apologized for sharing misinformation on social media without verifying the facts first .
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: They decided to purchase a pre-owned laptop instead of a new one to stick to their budget .
restroom [noun]

a room in a public place with a toilet in it

Ex: The mall has restrooms on every floor for convenience .

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 spin doctor strategically selects media outlets to disseminate the desired narrative .

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

Ex: The debate about political correctness often focuses on whether it goes too far or if it 's necessary for social harmony .

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

Ex: She may be a champagne socialist , promoting environmental policies , but she flies first class everywhere .

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

Ex: When the team realized the magnitude of the project 's challenges , it became a hot potato , with everyone trying to shift responsibility to someone else .

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

Ex: She often gets on her soapbox about environmental issues .

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

Ex: As a rising star in the industry , Jane is building relationships with executives to have friends in high places for future opportunities .

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

Ex: The city council authorized the construction of a new public park in the downtown area .

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

Ex: She always plays politics to get ahead in her career .

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 climbed the greasy pole to become the CEO .