剑桥雅思19 - 学术类 - 测试4 - 听力 - 第3部分 (1)

to wait with satisfaction for something to happen

to put things into containers or bags in order to transport or store them

a location, facility or container designed for keeping things safe, secure and organized for future use

to become damaged or deteriorated to the point that it is no longer usable or edible

the edge of a book that binds all the pages together, usually with the title and the publisher's name appearing on its cover

used to refer to the outcome of a situation if the circumstances were different

the protective outer page of a magazine or book

noticeable and easily understood

a surface forming part of the outside of an object

to cause severe damage or harm to something, usually in a way that is beyond repair

a person or firm that manages the preparation and public distribution of printed material such as books, newspapers, etc.

to turn yellow in color, often due to factors such as ripening, discoloration, or exposure to certain substances or conditions

to get rid of waste material, particularly in an unorganized manner

to decline in quality, condition, or overall state

at or to a more advanced point or stage

to cause someone to remember something or someone, often because of a similarity

someone who gathers things, as a job or hobby

to feel sad, sorry, or disappointed about something that has happened or something that you have done, often wishing it had been different

to value and cherish deeply

to exert pressure or strength to achieve a particular outcome, often against opposition or resistance

a book with a cover that is made of thick paper

to force or push something or someone in a certain direction

to eventually reach or find oneself in a particular place, situation, or condition, often unexpectedly or as a result of circumstances

used to express regret or say that something is disappointing or sad

to remain in a state of good repair or quality

a book with a cover made from hard material such as cardboard, leather, etc.

to think or believe that something is possible or true, without being sure

to regard highly and consider something as important, beneficial, or worthy of appreciation

used to say that something happened frequently or constantly in the past but not anymore

intended to look attractive rather than being of practical use

used to add more information or refer to unexpected facts

at the present era, as opposed to the past

a flat, narrow board made of wood, metal, etc. attached to a wall, to put items on

an unfortunate development

to guide or capture someone's focus or interest towards a particular thing

the protective outer covering of a book, which usually includes the title, author, and artwork or design that reflects the content of the book

something that is exceptionally well-crafted, attractively presented, or intricately detailed, often admired for its beauty or creativity

visually striking or captivating

to pick something up and hold with one's hands

to remove something from a particular place or position

toward the side and away from the main path

a short period of time when a person works for a company to gain experience and learn about a job, usually as part of their education or training

to become loose and separate from something

without considering any other connected ideas, effects, or situations