| A | B |
|---|
| cosmonaut | a Russian or Soviet astronaut |
| think tank | a research institute or organization employed to solve complex problems or predict or plan future developments |
| spectrum | a broad range of varied but related ideas or objects, the individual features of which tend to overlap so as to form a continuous series or sequence |
| discretionary | for any use or purpose one chooses; not earmarked for a particular purpose |
| urban legend | a modern story of obscure origin and with little or no supporting evidence that spreads spontaneously in varying forms and often has elements of humor, moralizing, or horror |
| headlines | the largest such heading on the front page, usually at the top |
| mandatory | permitting no option; not to be disregarded or modified |
| scenario | an imagined or projected sequence of events, especially any of several detailed plans or possibilities |
| ambassador | a diplomatic official serving as permanent head of a country's mission to the United Nations or some other international organization |
| reflected | to think, ponder, or meditate |
