All 4 Uses
physics
in
The Maze Runner
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- The enormous stone wall to the right of them seemed to defy every known law of physics as it slid along the ground, throwing sparks and dust as it moved, rock against rock.†
p. 28.4physics = the science of matter and energy
- Once again, Thomas looked in awe at the massive moving wall—it defied any sense of physics.†
p. 111.3 *
- Thomas, when he should've been wettin' his pants, took control, defied all laws of physics and gravity to get Alby up onto that wall, diverted the Grievers away from him, beat one off, found—†
p. 161.6
- In doing so, she was forced to turn right at every turn, and the simple laws of physics and geometry ensured that eventually she found the exit.†
p. 200.6
Definitions:
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(physics) the science of matter and energy and their interactions
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(2)
(meaning too rare to warrant focus) During Shakespeare's time, physics could refer to alleviating pain or illness. As a noun, physics could refer to medications--especially laxatives.