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Cambridge IELTS 19 - Academic - Test 2 - Listening - Part 4 (2)

Here you can find the vocabulary from Test 2 - Listening - Part 4 (2) in the Cambridge IELTS 19 - Academic coursebook, to help you prepare for your IELTS exam.

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Cambridge IELTS 19 - Academic
mainly
mainly
[Adverb]

more than any other thing

Ex: The event was mainly attended by professionals from the tech industry. 
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to coat
to coat
[Verb]

(of a substance) to cover the surface something

Ex: After the construction work, a layer of sawdust coated the entire workshop. 
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incredibly
incredibly
[Adverb]

to a very great degree

Ex: The weather was incredibly hot today. 
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human beings

individuals of the human race

Ex: Human beings have the ability to reason and think abstractly. 
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to wipe out

to cause the death of a significant portion of a population

Ex: The deadly gas could wipe out entire populations if released. 
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in the event of
in the event of
[preposition]

if a particular situation occurs

Ex: In the event of a fire, please use the nearest exit and evacuate the building. 
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asteroid
asteroid
[noun]

any of the rocky bodies orbiting the sun, ranging greatly in diameter, also found in large numbers between Jupiter and Mars

Ex: Scientists study asteroids to learn about the early solar system and potential threats to Earth. 
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extreme
extreme
[Adjective]

very high in intensity or degree

Ex: The hikers faced extreme weather conditions during their ascent, including freezing temperatures and high winds. 
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at risk
at risk
[phrase]

prone to danger or harm

Ex: Adults were also at risk from epidemics. 
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to dry out

to become dry or drier after the removal of moisture

Ex: The soil will eventually dry out after a few days of no rainfall. 
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cryptobiosis

a state in which an organism's metabolism nearly stops, allowing it to survive extreme conditions

Ex: Cryptobiosis allows certain insects to endure freezing temperatures. 
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to retract

to draw something toward the inside

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metabolism

the chemical processes through which food is changed into energy for the body to use

Ex: Metabolism involves various biochemical reactions that convert nutrients from food into energy. 
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level
level
[noun]

a point or position on a scale of quantity, quality, extent, etc.

Ex: The water reached a dangerously high level after heavy rain. 
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to remain
to remain
[Verb]

to stay in the same state or condition

Ex: Despite the challenges, he remained optimistic. 
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to re-introduce

to bring something back or present it again after it has been removed or not used for a period of time

Ex: The company plans to re-introduce the product next year. 
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to revive
to revive
[Verb]

to bring new life or energy to something

Ex: Drinking a cup of coffee in the morning helps to revive my energy. 
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experiment

a test done to prove the truthfulness of a hypothesis

Ex: The scientists conducted an experiment to test their new hypothesis. 
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to determine

to learn of and confirm the facts about something through calculation or research

Ex: Scientists regularly determine the chemical composition of substances in the laboratory. 
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record
record
[noun]

the best performance or result, or the highest or lowest level that has ever been reached, especially in sport

Ex: The gymnast achieved a perfect score, setting a new record in the floor exercise event. 
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erm
erm
[interjection]

used as a placeholder or filler in conversation, often to indicate a temporary pause or hesitation

Ex: So, erm, what do you think we should do next? 
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to move on

to transition or shift to a different topic or activity

Ex: After finishing the first part of the presentation, they decided to move on to the next agenda item. 
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in terms of
in terms of
[preposition]

referring to or considering a specific aspect or factor

Ex: In terms of performance, the new car outperforms its competitors in terms of speed and acceleration. 
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diet
diet
[noun]

the types of food or drink that people or animals usually consume

Ex: The cat's diet mainly consisted of dry kibble and occasional wet food for variety. 
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to consume

to eat or drink something

Ex: After a long day at work, she was ready to consume a hearty meal. 
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in order to
in order to
[preposition]

with the intention of achieving a specific goal or outcome

Ex: She studied diligently in order to pass her final exams with flying colors. 
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to suck
to suck
[Verb]

to pull air, liquid, etc. into the mouth by using the muscles of the mouth and the lips

Ex: Mosquitoes suck blood from their victims to nourish themselves. 
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moss
moss
[noun]

a small, non-vascular plant that lacks true roots, stems, and leaves, typically forming dense green mats or cushions in damp or shady environments

Ex: The moss covered the forest floor in a soft carpet of green. 
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seaweed
seaweed
[noun]

a type of plant that grows in or near the sea

Ex: I enjoy the refreshing taste of seaweed salad. 
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to prey on

to hunt, capture, and eat other animals as a means of survival

Ex: Lions prey on zebras in the wild. 
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gel
gel
[noun]

a substance that is similar to a solid but is made from a liquid that has thickened into a semi-solid form

Ex: The scientist used a gel to separate DNA in the lab. 
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conservation

the protection of the natural environment and resources from wasteful human activities

Ex: Conservation efforts are crucial to preserving endangered species and their habitats. 
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status
status
[noun]

the condition or situation of something or someone at a particular moment in time

Ex: The doctor checked the patient's status after the surgery. 
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existence
existence
[noun]

the fact or state of existing or being objectively real

Ex: Philosophers have long debated the nature of existence and what it means to be alive. 
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approximately

used to say that something such as a number or amount is not exact

Ex: The journey will take approximately two hours, depending on traffic. 
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mass
mass
[Adjective]

involving or impacting a large number of things or people collectively

Ex: Mass production techniques have led to the creation of affordable consumer goods. 
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to [come] as a {sth}

to give the impression of having the quality or characteristic described by the following word

Ex: The sudden announcement of her resignation came as a shock to the entire team. 
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to evaluate

to calculate or judge the quality, value, significance, or effectiveness of something or someone

Ex: The teacher evaluates students' performance through tests and assignments. 
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union
union
[noun]

a single political entity created by merging previously separate groups, states, or organizations

Ex: The Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (USSR) was formed in 1922. 
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endangered
endangered
[Adjective]

(of an animal, plant, etc.) being at risk of extinction

Ex: The endangered sea turtle population is declining rapidly due to pollution and habitat destruction. 
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due to
due to
[preposition]

as a result of a specific cause or reason

Ex: The flight delay was due to heavy fog at the airport. 
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respiratory organ

a part of the body that helps take in oxygen and remove carbon dioxide, allowing breathing to occur

Ex: The lungs are the main respiratory organ in humans. 
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resilient
resilient
[Adjective]

able to recover quickly from difficult situations

Ex: The resilient athlete quickly recovered from a minor injury and returned to the competition. 
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to ensure
to ensure
[Verb]

to make sure that something will happen

Ex: She ensures the quality of the products before they are shipped. 
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underway
underway
[Adjective]

currently happening

Ex: The construction of the new bridge is underway and expected to be completed next year. 
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to enter
to enter
[Verb]

to begin or become involved in a particular situation, activity, state, or conflict

Ex: The country decided to enter the war after diplomatic negotiations failed to resolve the ongoing dispute. 
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to curl
to curl
[Verb]

to bend or position a part of body in a curved or coiled shape

Ex: She curled her fingers around the mug to warm her hands. 
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a matter of {duration}

a small amount of time, quantity, or degree

Ex: The train will arrive in a matter of minutes. 
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juice
juice
[noun]

the liquid or moisture found inside something

Ex: The flowers released their juice when touched. 
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tun
tun
[noun]

a dry, round, lifeless-looking form that some tiny animals, like water bears, change into by drying out their bodies to survive very hard conditions

Ex: The water bear turned into a tun when it dried out. 
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