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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
[noun]

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

Ex: I need to shift these boxes from the warehouse to the loading dock.
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alien
[noun]

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

Ex: The alien landed in the field , its long limbs and glowing eyes striking terror in the onlookers .
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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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global
[Adjective]

regarding or affecting the entire world

Ex: The internet enables global communication and access to information across continents .
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pandemic
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a disease that spreads across a large region or even across the world

Ex: Pandemics can spread illness globally due to increased international travel and trade networks.
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interplanetary
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existing or occurring between planets

Ex: The study of interplanetary magnetic fields helps scientists understand solar activity .
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collision
[noun]

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

Ex: The collision of the two magnetic fields created a powerful shockwave in the plasma .
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robot
[noun]

a machine that can perform tasks automatically

Ex: Children enjoyed watching the robot demonstrate various functions at the science fair .
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ascension
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the act of moving or rising upwards

Ex: The crowd cheered as the rocket 's ascension into the sky began , signaling the start of the mission .
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pole
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the most northern or most southern points of the earth that are joined by its axis of rotation

Ex: The magnetic poles are not aligned exactly with the geographic poles and can shift due to changes in the Earth 's magnetic field .
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supervolcanic
[Adjective]

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

Ex: Supervolcanic ash clouds can block sunlight , leading to a “ volcanic winter . ”
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eruption
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the sudden outburst of lava and steam from a volcanic mountain

Ex: The eruption was so powerful that it was heard hundreds of miles away .
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asteroid
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any of the rocky bodies orbiting the sun, ranging greatly in diameter, also found in large numbers between Jupiter and Mars

Ex: Some asteroids contain valuable minerals and resources that could be mined in the future .
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impact
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an influence or effect that something has on a person, situation, or thing

Ex: Environmentalists are concerned about the impact of pollution on marine life .
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nuclear
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describing weapons that are powered by the energy produced either from nuclear fission or a combination of fusion and fission reactions

Ex: Nuclear disarmament is a key goal for many international organizations .
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holocaust
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a catastrophic event that results in widespread death and destruction

Ex: The environmental holocaust caused by the oil spill affected both wildlife and local communities .
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to let out or express a strong emotion or feeling, such as anger, frustration, or excitement

Ex: The debate unleashed a wave of passion among the students .
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to predict a severe, harmful or catastrophic event or outcome

Ex: The pilot knew that the malfunctioning spelled disaster for the flight .
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to make something explode

Ex: They detonated the charges to create a new tunnel for the subway .
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to hurtle
[Verb]

to move with speed and intensity

Ex: The rushing river hurtled over the waterfall , creating a powerful cascade of water .
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to forcefully remove a person of authority or power from their position

Ex: The leader was overthrown in a sudden and violent uprising .
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to slam
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to hit or strike with great force, often making a loud noise

Ex: Cars often slam into each other when drivers are not paying attention .
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to wreak
[Verb]

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

Ex: The invasion wreaked chaos across the region , displacing thousands .
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havoc
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a state of widespread chaos, confusion, or destruction

Ex: The hacker caused havoc by shutting down the company ’s entire system .
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to entirely remove something

Ex: I accidentally wiped out all the files on my computer .
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to be born into a wealthy or privileged family and having access to all the luxuries and comfort that comes with it

Ex: She may have been born with a silver spoon in her mouth, but she used her privilege to make a positive impact on society by starting a charity.
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used to imply that people with similar interests or characteristics tend to associate with each other

Ex: Birds of a feather flock together, which is why the group of musicians spent so much time together .
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used to say that people will be served or helped in the order that they arrive or make their requests

Ex: We had to hurry; it’s first come, first served for the discounted items.
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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: He was accused of cheating, and even though there’s no proof, I believe there’s no smoke without fire.
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used to suggest that not knowing certain information can be preferable to facing it, particularly when it is unpleasant or burdensome

Ex: He chose to ignore the negative news, remembering that where ignorance is bliss, it is folly to be wise.
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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

Ex: It ’s always helpful to know what to expectforewarned is forearmed in every situation .
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time will tell
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used to mean that by passing time it will be proved if something is true, valid, or effective

Ex: They will be anxious to see the results, but time will tell if their hard work paid off.
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used to imply that diversity and individual differences among people are necessary for the world to function and thrive

Ex: She might be quiet, but remember, it takes all sorts to make a world.
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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: She was tempted to leave for a new opportunity, but realized a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.
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used to imply that if too many people are involved in a task or project, it can become disorganized or ineffective

Ex: They had different opinions , and as usualtoo many cooks spoil the broth.
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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: Do n’t forget to take care of yourselfall work and no play makes Jack a dull boy in the long run .
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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: If you study a little every daya stitch in time saves nine when the exam approaches .
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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: The early bird catches the worm, so I made sure to submit my application first .
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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: She wanted to become a doctor despite the challenges, proving that where there’s a will, there’s a way.
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used to say that people often think that other situations or circumstances are better than their own, even if they are not

Ex: Sometimes , people the grass is greener on the other side, but they do n't realize that every job has its challenges .
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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

Ex: After the successful job interview, he advised his friend not to count her chickens before receiving the official job offer.
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