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Solutions - Advanced - Unit 9 - 9C

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 9 - 9C in the Solutions Advanced coursebook, such as "demise", "indication", "undermine", etc.

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factor
factor
[noun]

one of the things that affects something or contributes to it

Ex: Poor weather conditions were a significant factor in the cancellation of the outdoor event. 
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collapse
collapse
[noun]

(of a system, organization, etc.) a sudden and abrupt failure

Ex: The collapse of the government sparked protests across the country. 
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civilization

a society that has developed its own culture and institutions in a particular period of time or place

Ex: Ancient Egypt is considered one of the greatest civilizations in history. 
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climate change

a permanent change in global or regional climate patterns, including temperature, wind, and rainfall

Ex: Climate change is a major concern for future generations. 
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corruption

illegal and dishonest behavior of someone, particularly one who is in a position of power

Ex: The investigation revealed widespread corruption within the government, with officials taking bribes. 
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economic
economic
[Adjective]

relating to the production, distribution, and management of wealth and resources within a society or country

Ex: Rising unemployment rates were a major economic concern during the recession. 
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foreign
foreign
[Adjective]

related or belonging to a country or region other than your own

Ex: Watching foreign films provides viewers with a glimpse into the storytelling and cinematic styles of different cultures. 
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invasion
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 invasion of Normandy was a turning point in World War II. 
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internal
internal
[Adjective]

referring to activities or matters within a country's borders

Ex: The government announced new policies to boost internal trade. 
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conflict
conflict
[noun]

a hostile encounter between armed forces during a war

Ex: The soldiers engaged in a brief conflict at the border. 
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overpopulation

a situation where the number of people living in a particular area is more than the capacity of the environment to support them

Ex: Overpopulation has led to a shortage of housing in many cities. 
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to trigger

to cause something to happen

Ex: The economic downturn triggered a series of layoffs within the company. 
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demise
demise
[noun]

the end or failure of something, such as an organization, system, or life

Ex: The company's demise was caused by poor management decisions. 
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to give
to give
[Verb]

to guess how long something will last

Ex: The mechanic gave the old car about a year before it would need major repairs. 
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indication

something that serves to show, suggest, or point to a fact, condition, or situation

Ex: The dark clouds are an indication of approaching rain. 
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to enjoy
to enjoy
[Verb]

to take pleasure or find happiness in something or someone

Ex: She enjoys listening to classical music while working. 
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success
success
[noun]

the fact of reaching what one tried for or desired

Ex: His hard work and determination finally led to the success he had been striving for. 
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to undermine

to gradually decrease the effectiveness, confidence, or power of something or someone

Ex: Skipping maintenance checks might undermine the long-term reliability of the equipment. 
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theory
theory
[noun]

a set of ideas intended to explain the reason behind the existence or occurrence of something

Ex: Scientists proposed a new theory to explain the origins of the universe. 
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to fall
to fall
[Verb]

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

Ex: After the scandal, the once-respected politician saw his reputation fall dramatically. 
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decline
decline
[noun]

a change toward a smaller, lower, or reduced state

Ex: The company reported a decline in sales this quarter. 
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to put into

to invest a specific amount of time or effort into an activity or task with dedication

Ex: She put a lot of hard work into that project 
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perspective

a specific manner of considering something

Ex: From a historical perspective, the Renaissance marked a period of great cultural advancement. 
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to spell
to spell
[Verb]

to indicate or signify something, often in a clear or explicit way

Ex: His sudden silence spelled trouble for the project. 
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end
end
[noun]

the last part or final stage of an occurrence or event

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to play
to play
[Verb]

to take part in a game or activity for fun

Ex: A group of kids were playing tag in the park. 
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role
role
[noun]

a set of actions and responsibilities that are assigned to a person or group within a specific context

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to combat
to combat
[Verb]

to fight or contend against someone or something, often in a physical or armed conflict

Ex: The soldiers are actively combating insurgents in the region. 
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to deal
to deal
[Verb]

to address, discuss, or focus on a particular topic or issue

Ex: The book deals with the impact of technology on society. 
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to depose
to depose
[Verb]

to remove someone from a position of power or authority, often through force or legal action

Ex: The revolutionaries aimed to depose the tyrannical ruler and establish a democratic government. 
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to exacerbate

to make a problem, bad situation, or negative feeling worse or more severe

Ex: Ignoring the issue can exacerbate the problems in the long run. 
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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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to grind
to grind
[Verb]

to oppress or weaken someone or something, often through harsh or repetitive action

Ex: The harsh conditions of the factory grind the workers' spirits. 
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to sack
to sack
[Verb]

to dismiss someone from their job

Ex: The manager had to sack the employee for consistently violating company policies. 
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to swell
to swell
[Verb]

to increase in size, volume, or intensity, often in a gradual or steady manner

Ex: The company’s profits swelled after the successful product launch. 
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