A racket is a sports equipment used to hit a ball or shuttlecock in games like tennis, badminton, and squash. It consists of a handle and a round or oval-shaped frame with strings stretched across it, forming a hitting surface. Rackets come in various sizes and designs, depending on the sport and the player's needs. The frame is usually made from lightweight materials like graphite, carbon fiber, or aluminum, while the strings are typically made from nylon or synthetic materials. A racket allows players to control and strike the ball or shuttlecock with precision during the game.

What is a "racket"?

racket

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to rank

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incredible

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remarkable

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to consider

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to compete

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against

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to name

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previously

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to regard

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talented

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An outsider is a participant, team, or competitor who is not expected to win or perform well, usually because they are ranked lower, have less experience, or are considered an underdog. They are often seen as having little chance of success compared to more favored or higher-ranked competitors. Despite this, outsiders can sometimes surprise others by performing better than expected, and their efforts can be seen as an underdog story.

Who is an "outsider"?

outsider

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major

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to account

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transformation

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to publicize

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former

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modification

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to tweak

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to customize

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specific

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stringer

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highly

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A tennis racket is an equipment used to hit the tennis ball in the sport of tennis. It consists of a handle and a frame with a netted string surface, which is used to strike the ball. The frame is typically made of lightweight materials such as aluminum, carbon fiber, or composite materials, offering strength and durability. The strings are stretched across the frame to form a hitting surface, and their tension affects the racket's power and control. Tennis rackets come in various sizes and styles, designed for different playing levels and preferences.

What is a "tennis racket"?

tennis racket

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addition

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subtle

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to pass

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more or less

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unnoticed

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to consist

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to switch

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synthetic

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to underestimate

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consequently

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elite

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rather

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individually

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particular

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specification

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manufacturer

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to go through

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thorough

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to adjust

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average

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dense

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i.e.

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primary

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line

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slight

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increasingly

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game

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touring

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to frame

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customization

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the likes of {sb/sth}

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onto

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string

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main

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cross

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maximization

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readily

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based

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string pattern

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Here you can find the vocabulary from Test 1 - Reading - Passage 1 (1) in the Cambridge IELTS 19 - Academic coursebook, to help you prepare for your IELTS exam.

IELTS 19 - Academic | Test 1 - Reading - Passage 1 (1)

Test 1 - Reading - Passage 1 (1)

Cambridge IELTS 19 - Academic "Test 1 - Reading - Passage 1 (1)" Vocabulary