Chapter 9 Flashcards

1
Q

provide an explanation for it which makes it easier to understand. (we can also say cast or throw light on)

A

shed (new) light on

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2
Q

because of

A

in (the) light of

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3
Q

show more clearly something that is difficult to understand

A

illuminate

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4
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explain or make clear (from the latin ‘‘lucidus’’ meaning clear)

A

eludicate

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5
Q

something bad that is very obvious (to glare means to shine too brightly)

A

glaring

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6
Q

emphasised something important

A

highlighted

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7
Q

focuses on

A

shines a light on

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8
Q

continue in a state of not knowing something

A

the dark

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9
Q

in a situation where something bad has happened or is happening

A

in the shadow of

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10
Q

going back

A

retreating

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11
Q

a very powerful attack

A

onslaught

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12
Q

remain united in their opinions and agree on how to act

A

maintain a united font

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13
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forced to experience, subjected to

A

bombarded with

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