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When you try to indicate the uncontrolled movement at sea under the influence of current, tide or wind, you say …

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Correct answer: d) Adrift

Why it is correct

Adrift is moving uncontrolled.

Why the others are not

  • a) That is alongside another vessel or quay.
  • b) That is sunk.
  • c) That is to sink.

How to work it out in the exam

  1. Adrift: a la deriva.

Where this question comes from

Try it: Marine English

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