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Cambridge IELTS 19 - Academic - Test 1 - Listening - Part 3 (1)

Here you can find the vocabulary from Test 1 - Listening - Part 3 (1) in the Cambridge IELTS 19 - Academic coursebook, to help you prepare for your IELTS exam.

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Cambridge IELTS 19 - Academic
sensor
sensor
[noun]

a machine or device that detects any changes in the environment and sends the information to other electronic devices

Ex: The smart home system uses sensors to control the lights and heating .
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label
label
[noun]

a marker attached to an object that gives extra information about it

Ex: He removed the price label from the gift before wrapping it .
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package
package
[noun]

a collection of items that are wrapped or boxed together for easy handling, transport, or sale

Ex: They bought a holiday package that included travel , accommodation , and tours .
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bump
bump
[noun]

a raised area or small swelling on a surface

Ex: The bump on the sidewalk made it difficult for people in wheelchairs to pass .
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to [go] bad
to go bad
[phrase]

to no longer be good for use or consumption

Ex: Perishable items like meat and dairy can go bad if not refrigerated.
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to start off

to begin with a particular role, quality, or condition before possibly changing over time

Ex: The day started off sunny , but it became cloudy later .
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visually impaired

experiencing partial or complete loss of vision

Ex: The visually impaired employee excels in their job with accommodations such as enlarged print and assistive technology.
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whether
whether
[conjunction]

used to talk about a doubt or choice when facing two options

Ex: She asked whether he liked ice cream or cake better .
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fit
fit
[Adjective]

suitable for a purpose or situation

Ex: The food was not fit to eat after being left out all night .
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solid
solid
[Adjective]

firm and stable in form, not like a gas or liquid

Ex: The scientist conducted experiments to turn the liquid into a solid state.
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to come back

to return to a subject, idea, or topic after briefly moving away from it

Ex: Let 's come back to the main point after discussing this .
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drug
drug
[noun]

any substance that is used for medicinal purposes

Ex: The pharmaceutical industry continually researches and develops new drugs to address emerging health challenges and improve patient outcomes .
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storage
storage
[noun]

the action or process of keeping or placing things in a space for safekeeping or later use

Ex: He found a better way to manage the storage of his books and magazines .
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pharmacy
pharmacy
[noun]

a shop where medicines are sold

Ex: They visited the pharmacy for advice on managing a chronic condition with medication .
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besides
besides
[Adverb]

in addition to a person or thing that is being mentioned

Ex: We need to buy bread, milk, and eggs besides.
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freshness
freshness
[noun]

the quality or condition of being new, recently made, harvested, or experienced

Ex: The gardeners worked diligently to maintain the freshness of the flowers in the botanical garden , ensuring a vibrant display for visitors to enjoy .
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joint
joint
[noun]

a large cut of meat from the area where two or more bones meet, typically including a part of the bone

Ex: He seasoned the pork joint with herbs and spices before placing it in the oven to roast slowly.
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possibility

something that one can choose or do among many other things

Ex: Embracing uncertainty opens the door to unexpected possibilities and outcomes , fostering adaptability and resilience .
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article
article
[noun]

a piece of writing about a particular subject on a website, in a newspaper, magazine, or other publication

Ex: The science journal published an article on recent discoveries in space exploration .
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trend
trend
[noun]

a tendency or pattern showing how things are changing or developing over time

Ex: Cultural trends show how attitudes and behaviors evolve .
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eating habit

the regular way or pattern in which someone eats, including the types of food and the times they eat

Ex: Eating habits often change during stressful times .
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focus
focus
[noun]

the main subject or area of interest and attention in a particular situation or activity

Ex: The focus of the campaign is to raise awareness .
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product
product
[noun]

something that is created or grown for sale

Ex: The tech startup launched its flagship product at the trade show last month .
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vegan
vegan
[Adjective]

not containing or involving any animal products

Ex: The brand offers vegan skincare products.
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alternative

any of the available possibilities that one can choose from

Ex: When the restaurant was full , we had to consider an alternative for dinner .
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animal product

any item made from animals, such as meat, dairy, eggs, or materials like wool and leather

Ex: Some vegetarians choose to avoid all animal products.
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chickpea
chickpea
[noun]

a round yellowish seed that resembles a pea, used in cooking

Ex: You can make a satisfying chickpea curry by simmering the legumes with aromatic spices and creamy coconut milk .
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advantage
advantage
[noun]

a condition that causes a person or thing to be more successful compared to others

Ex: Negotiating from a position of strength gave the company an advantage in the contract talks .
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right
right
[interjection]

used to confirm understanding, agreement, or to request acknowledgment of something previously stated

Ex: I can count on you , right?
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waste
waste
[Adjective]

discarded or no longer needed after a process is completed

Ex: The company is working on reducing waste energy in their operations.
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quite
quite
[Adverb]

to a degree that is significant but not extreme

Ex: He found the exam to be quite challenging , but he felt prepared after studying thoroughly .
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straightforward
straightforward
[Adjective]

easy to comprehend or perform without any difficulties

Ex: The task was straightforward, taking only a few minutes to complete .
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stale
stale
[Adjective]

(of food, particularly cake and bread) not fresh anymore, due to exposure to air or prolonged storage

Ex: The chips were stale and unappealing , having been left exposed to air for too long .
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to break down

to turn a substance into smaller components through chemical reactions

Ex: He used a catalyst to break the complex mixture down into its basic elements.
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paste
paste
[noun]

any soft and thick mixture that can be spread or shaped

Ex: The face mask was a green paste that dried after a few minutes .
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to reform
to reform
[Verb]

to change something in order to make it better

Ex: The organization aims to reform healthcare policies to ensure better access for all .
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3D printing

the process of making three-dimensional objects by adding material layer by layer based on a digital design

Ex: The school introduced 3D printing to students as part of the design course.
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to play around

to experiment with different methods, options, or solutions to see what works best

Ex: They played around several recipes before settling on the perfect one for the event .
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pattern
pattern
[noun]

a typically repeating arrangement of shapes, colors, etc., regularly done as a design on a surface

Ex: The artist created a mesmerizing mosaic pattern on the courtyard floor using colorful tiles .
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appetizing
appetizing
[Adjective]

(of food) looking or smelling appealing and tasty, often making one eager to eat it

Ex: The appetizing presentation of the dish , garnished with herbs and spices , made it irresistible .
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pleased
pleased
[Adjective]

feeling happy and satisfied with something that has happened or with someone's actions

Ex: She 's pleased to help with the event .
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to manage
to manage
[Verb]

to do something difficult successfully

Ex: She was too tired to manage the long hike alone .
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otherwise
otherwise
[Adverb]

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

Ex: Make sure to water the plants regularly , otherwise they may wilt .
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sample
sample
[noun]

a small portion of a product or item, such as food or goods, given to a potential customer to try before making a purchase

Ex: The brand included a sample of their shampoo with my order .
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to come across

to discover, meet, or find someone or something by accident

Ex: I did n't expect to come across an old friend from high school at the conference , but it was a pleasant surprise .
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to interest

to find something attractive enough to want to know about it more or keep doing it

Ex: The potential career opportunities in technology interest many young professionals.
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touch-sensitive
touch-sensitive
[Adjective]

responding or reacting to physical touch

Ex: The robot uses touch-sensitive sensors to detect obstacles .
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