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Cambridge English: CAE (C1 Advanced) - Societal Frameworks, Governance & Welfare

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Cambridge English: CAE (C1 Advanced)

the protection that a country grants to someone who has fled their home country because of political reasons

Ex: The government granted political asylum to the journalist who fled from a repressive regime .
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the movement of people from one area or country to another for the purpose of finding work

Ex: Rising housing costs have reshaped internal labor migration trends.
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plea
[noun]

a sincere and humble request, often made in times of need or desperation

Ex: The workers ' plea for better working conditions was finally heard by the management .
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vigilant
[Adjective]

cautious and attentive of one's surrounding, especially to detect and respond to potential dangers or problems

Ex: The citizens formed a neighborhood watch group to remain vigilant against burglaries and vandalism .
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residential units that are reasonably priced and accessible to people with low to moderate incomes

Ex: Without access to affordable housing, many residents are forced to move farther from urban centers .
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measure
[noun]

any action or maneuver taken as part of a plan or strategy to achieve a specific goal or progress toward an objective

Ex: As a precautionary measure, they installed smoke detectors throughout the building .
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to permit
[Verb]

to officially authorize or grant permission for something to occur or be done

Ex: The museum permitted photography without flash inside the exhibit halls .
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an extremely severe action, policy, or rule, seen as excessive or unjust

Ex: Such draconian measures can lead to public unrest.
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charitable
[Adjective]

willing to give money, time, or resources to help others, especially those less fortunate

Ex: The charitable donors funded the new wing of the children 's hospital .
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the process or action of making something distressing less severe or intense

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a person who has fled their home country due to fear of persecution, based on race, religion, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group, and is seeking international protection in another country

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a formal rule or collection of rules enacted by a governing authority

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the situation or condition that is currently at hand

Ex: The company ’s policy aims to preserve the status quo in terms of employee benefits .
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to stop using or having something

Ex: As part of the cost-cutting measures , the company chose to do away with certain non-essential services .
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the level of wealth, welfare, comfort, and necessities available to an individual, group, country, etc.

Ex: Economic policies that promote job creation and income growth can positively impact the standard of living for citizens.
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the fact that the cultures and economic systems around the world are becoming connected and similar as a result of improvement in communications and development of multinational corporations

Ex: The cultural influence of Hollywood is a major example of globalization in the entertainment industry .
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to officially state that something, such as a principle or rule must be obeyed

Ex: The police officer laid the law down to the teenagers, warning them of the consequences of their actions.
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someone who makes decisions about the policies that a government or organization follows

Ex: The policy maker's efforts to improve healthcare access have been widely praised by public health advocates .
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to control or adjust something in a way that agrees with rules and regulations

Ex: The manager is actively regulating safety protocols for the workplace .
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provision
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the act of making something available, especially necessities or services

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the fundamental change of power, government, etc. in a country by people, particularly involving violence

Ex: The revolution resulted in significant political and social reforms across the nation .
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the underlying structure of relationships, values, and institutions that hold a society together

Ex: The pandemic exposed weaknesses in the social fabric.
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the group of people or departments responsible for managing or governing an organization or system

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advocate
[noun]

someone who actively supports, promotes, or defends a particular cause or viewpoint, often through public speaking, writing, or activism

Ex: The student acted as an advocate for inclusive education policies .
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alliance
[noun]

a formal agreement or treaty establishing cooperation between nations or groups for shared objectives

Ex: Cultural alliances between universities foster academic exchange and collaboration in research .
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something that limits or restricts actions, choices, or development

Ex: The team 's constraints included limited equipment and space .
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commuter
[noun]

a person who regularly travels to city for work

Ex: The train station was crowded with commuters heading to the city .
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occupancy
[noun]

the action of entering, settling into, or claiming control over a building or space, often for residence, use, or ownership

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amenity
[noun]

a feature or service that adds comfort or value to a place

Ex: Access to public transportation is a key amenity for city dwellers .
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housing
[noun]

buildings in which people live, including their condition, prices, or types

Ex: Good housing conditions improve people ’s quality of life .
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the physical and organizational assets, such as roads, bridges, utilities, and public services, that support economic activity and daily life

Ex: The earthquake damaged critical infrastructure, leaving thousands without electricity or clean water .
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megacity
[noun]

a very large city with a population of more than 10 million people

Ex: The government plans to invest heavily in the megacity’s transportation system .
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alleyway
[noun]

a narrow passage between or behind buildings, typically used for access, deliveries, or shortcuts

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voluntary
[Adjective]

working without pay

Ex: The organization relied on voluntary contributions from people who wanted to help .
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