spin-offs
that
have revolutionized modern
life, such as satellite television and communications.
26. To make space travel commercially viable
Meaning: to make space travel a
success financially
Example: Holidays in space are just fantasy. It is doubtful if it will ever be possible
to make
space travel commercially viable.
27. The quest for a new homeland
Meaning: the search for a new place to inhabit
Example: As humans are
destroying their own planet,
the quest for a new homeland
in
the universe is essential.
28. Alien life forms
Meaning: creatures from another world
Example: One of the most exciting possibilities of the space program is finding
alien life
forms
on other planets.
29. Extraterrestrial life
Meaning: life that
may exist on another planet
Example: The quest for
extraterrestrial life
will prove that
humans are not alone in the
universe.
30. In the realm of science fiction
Meaning: only possible
in science fiction stories, only fantasy
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Example: Most of the arguments in favour of
space programs are
in the realm of science
fiction.
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