
Beam down
Sci-Fi Origin
Originates from science fiction, especially Star Trek, for transporting people or objects.
Did you see that episode where they beam down to an alien world?
Implies Instantaneity
Suggests immediate transport from one place to another, often without visible means.
The explorers will beam down to the ruins at first light.
Fictional Technology
Used to describe a fictional advanced technology, not to be confused with real-life methods.
The idea is to beam down, not to use a space shuttle.
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