In this Daniel Keyes classic, a man gains incredible intelligence only to lose it shortly after.
Flowers for Algernon
This character has access to the "Speedforce".
the Flash
You'd be wise to have your eyes on this elevation instrument when flying an airplane.
Altimeter
Although dying on screen, this actor was ultimately saved by the resurrection stone.
Daniel Radcliffe
A pen & paper classic, this game involves letters and additive drawings to a life or death situation.
Hangman
Between a rock and a hard place, this book led our protagonist through the abstract trials of war.
Catch 22
At approximately 760 MPH, this is the colloqial term for the "speed of sound".
Mach 1
This country (or city) is home to the tallest building in the world.
Dubai / UAE
The name of this Cult-Classic character, he unwittingly steps to the plate in this bowling film.
The Dude
A metaphor to incentivize someone, you may hang this in front of someone.
Carrot
The film Apocaplyspe Now is a direct reference to this novel by Joseph Conrad.
Heart of Darkness
Requiring ample dexterity and reactions, this popular videogame movement technique allows you to gain ludicrous speeds.
B Hopping
This aerial acronym stands for a particularly technical sky diving jump method.
HALO
A literay technique known to save the day at the last minute, though some may call it cheap.
Deus Ex machina
In this 2009 comedy classic, their best friend was ultimately found here, right back to where they started.
The roof
What country was Eurasia INITIALLY at war with in 1984?
Oceania
This type of plane is the 'protagonist' in the classic story of an aviation speed-check in death valley.
SR-71 Blackbird
A COD4 bonus level, this mission has a ridiculous time trial achievement linked with it, and also a sexual innuendo.
Mile High Club
Failing to fight for your life, you may be pronounced this acronym upon arriving to the hospital.
DOA, Dead on Arrival
To avoid a hang over, an old wives-tale is to go sleep wearing these:
Wet Socks
The tale of Frankenstein begins in what setting or geographic location?
North Pole
In which state are most land speed records attempted / achieved in the United States?
Utah
At high enough elevations, you may experience this harrowing medical condition, starting with symptoms of overconfidence.
Hypoxia
To be backed into a corner with little help, one would consider themselves this:
Desperate
When a rock climber leaps to their next hold, not currently in reach, it is called this:
a Dyno, or Dynamic