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Cambridge English: PET (B1 Preliminary) - Business & Employment

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Cambridge English: PET (B1 Preliminary)

to carry out or execute a task, duty, action, or ceremony, often in a formal or official capacity

Ex: To assess the software 's functionality , the quality assurance team will perform rigorous testing procedures .
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success
[noun]

an attainment that is successful

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successful
[Adjective]

achieving notable recognition, prosperity, or accomplishment in a way that shines or stands out

Ex: Their startup enjoyed a successful and glittering rise in the tech industry .
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coworker
[noun]

someone who works with someone else, having the same job

Ex: My coworker received a promotion after years of hard work .
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volunteer
[noun]

a person who offers to do something, often without being asked or without expecting payment

Ex: The local food bank was grateful for the volunteers who sorted and distributed donations to those in need .
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a formal request, usually written, for permission to do something, such as getting a job, studying at a university, etc.

Ex: The company received hundreds of applications for the position .
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to apply
[Verb]

to formally request something, such as a place at a university, a job, etc.

Ex: As the deadline approached , more candidates began to apply for the available positions .
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colleague
[noun]

someone with whom one works

Ex: I often seek advice from my colleague, who has years of experience in the industry and is always willing to help .
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an official meeting where a group of people discuss a certain matter, which often continues for days

Ex: Many universities organize conferences to promote academic collaboration .
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contract
[noun]

an official agreement between two or more sides that states what each of them has to do

Ex: The contract with the client includes deadlines for completing the project milestones .
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crew
[noun]

all the people who work on a ship, aircraft, etc.

Ex: After a long journey , the crew finally docked the ship .
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a place where people do scientific experiments, manufacture drugs, etc.

Ex: Food scientists work in laboratories to develop new food products and improve food safety standards .
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break
[noun]

a rest from the work or activity we usually do

Ex: They grabbed a quick snack during the break.
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a part of an organization such as a university, government, etc. that deals with a particular task

Ex: The health department issued a warning about the flu outbreak .
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canteen
[noun]

a restaurant or cafeteria located in a workplace, such as a factory or school, where employees or students can purchase and eat food

Ex: They renovated the school canteen to make it more spacious .
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to employ
[Verb]

to give work to someone and pay them

Ex: We are planning to employ a gardener to maintain our large yard .
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a paid job

Ex: The factory provides employment for over 500 people .
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diary
[noun]

a small, portable notebook used as an organizer to keep track of dates, appointments, and events

Ex: I always carry my diary to keep track of important dates .
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full-time
[Adverb]

for the entire standard duration of work or activity

Ex: The athlete trains full-time to prepare for competitions .
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meeting
[noun]

an event in which people meet, either in person or online, to talk about something

Ex: We have a meeting scheduled for 10 a.m. tomorrow .
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out of work
[phrase]

having no job

Ex: Being out of work gave him the opportunity to pursue his passion for painting.
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career
[noun]

a profession or a series of professions that one can do for a long period of one's life

Ex: He 's had a diverse career, including stints as a musician and a graphic designer .
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part time
[Adjective]

working less hours than what is standard or customary

Ex: Part-time workers are often eligible for certain benefits, such as paid time off, depending on the company's policies.
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a paid job that often requires a high level of education and training

Ex: She has been practicing law for over twenty years and is highly respected in her profession.
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professional
[Adjective]

doing an activity as a job and not just for fun

Ex: The conference featured presentations by professional speakers on various topics in the industry .
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candidate
[noun]

a person being considered for a specific position, role, or opportunity

Ex: They chose the best candidate for the job .
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wage
[noun]

money that a person earns, daily or weekly, in exchange for their work

Ex: The government implemented policies to ensure fair wages and improve living standards for workers.
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to quit
[Verb]

to give up your job, school, etc.

Ex: They 're worried more people will quit if conditions do n't improve .
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to trade
[Verb]

to buy and sell or exchange items of value

Ex: The company has recently traded shares on the stock market .
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to retire
[Verb]

to leave your job and stop working, usually on reaching a certain age

Ex: Many people look forward to the day they can retire.
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the period during someone's life when they stop working often due to reaching a certain age

Ex: Retirement allowed him to spend more time with his grandchildren .
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a person who works independently without having a long-term contract with companies

Ex: The freelancer specializes in social media marketing and helps businesses increase their online presence .
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a person's profession or job, typically the means by which they earn a living

Ex: She decided to change her occupation and pursue a career in healthcare to help others improve their well-being .
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unemployed
[Adjective]

without a job and seeking employment

Ex: The unemployed youth faced challenges in entering the workforce due to lack of experience .
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well-paid
[Adjective]

(of a job or occupation) providing a high salary or income in comparison to others in the same industry or field

Ex: He quit his well-paid corporate job to pursue his passion for art .
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to set up
[Verb]

to establish a fresh entity, such as a company, system, or organization

Ex: After months of planning and coordination , the entrepreneurs finally set up their own software development company in the heart of the city .
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Cambridge English: PET (B1 Preliminary)
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