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Cambridge IELTS 18 - Academic - Test 4 - Reading - Passage 1 (1)

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Cambridge IELTS 18 - Academic
obesity
obesity
[noun]

the condition of having such a high amount of body fat that it becomes very dangerous for one's health

Ex: Obesity rates have been steadily rising worldwide, becoming a major public health concern in many countries. 
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mainstream
mainstream
[Adjective]

widely accepted or popular among the general public

Ex: The band's latest album was a mainstream success, topping the charts for weeks. 
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array
array
[noun]

a striking or remarkable collection of things presented together

Ex: The buffet offered an impressive array of international dishes. 
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expansive
expansive
[Adjective]

covering a large physical area

Ex: The expansive desert stretched out as far as the eye could see. 
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to install

to set a piece of equipment in place and make it ready for use

Ex: To upgrade the kitchen, they hired a professional to install the new dishwasher. 
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to push
to push
[Verb]

to actively promote or publicize a product, service, or idea

Ex: The company decided to push their new smartphone through television commercials. 
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movement
movement
[noun]

a collective of individuals united by shared beliefs or ideology, working toward general social, political, or cultural goals

Ex: The feminist movement advocates for women's rights. 
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to date from

belong to an earlier time

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to benefit

to gain something good from something or someone

Ex: By attending the workshop, she hoped to benefit from expert advice. 
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to maintain

to supply someone or something with essential resources or support needed for survival or well-being

Ex: The organization works to maintain struggling families by providing food and shelter. 
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edible
edible
[Adjective]

safe or suitable for consumption as food

Ex: Make sure the meat is cooked enough to be edible. 
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green
green
[Adjective]

focused on protecting the environment and promoting sustainability

Ex: The green movement has gained significant support in recent years. 
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vegetable garden

an area of land where edible plants, such as vegetables and herbs, are grown for personal use or sale

Ex: She spent the afternoon planting new crops in her vegetable garden. 
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lush
lush
[Adjective]

(of vegetation) growing densely and looking strong and healthy

Ex: The tropical rainforest is known for its lush vegetation, with a variety of plants and trees. 
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foliage
foliage
[noun]

a plant or tree's branches and leaves collectively

Ex: The dense foliage provided a cool shade on a hot day. 
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sight
sight
[noun]

anything that is seen

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authority
authority
[noun]

a person or group that exercises administrative or controlling power over others

Ex: Local authorities regulate public services. 
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to invest
to invest
[Verb]

to spend money or resources with the intention of gaining a future advantage or return

Ex: Investors often invest in real estate to diversify their portfolios. 
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wide-ranging
wide-ranging
[Adjective]

including or addressing a variety of topics, issues, or subjects

Ex: The book offers a wide-ranging exploration of world history, spanning several centuries. 
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benefit
benefit
[noun]

an advantage or a helpful effect that is the result of a situation

Ex: One of the main benefits of exercise is improved mental health. 
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to mitigate

to lessen something's seriousness, severity, or painfulness

Ex: Planting more trees can mitigate the impact of climate change. 
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habitat
habitat
[noun]

the place or area in which certain animals, birds, or plants naturally exist, lives, and grows

Ex: Coral reefs provide a rich habitat for thousands of marine species. 
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wildlife
wildlife
[noun]

all wild animals, considered as a whole, living in the natural environment

Ex: The national park is home to a variety of wildlife, including bears and wolves. 
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to tackle
to tackle
[Verb]

to try to deal with a difficult problem or situation in a determined manner

Ex: The team decided to tackle the project's complexity by breaking it into manageable tasks. 
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radical
radical
[Adjective]

(of actions, ideas, etc.) very new and different from the norm

Ex: The scientist proposed a radical theory that challenged established beliefs. 
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design
design
[noun]

a plan or drawing according to which something is made

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monumental
monumental
[Adjective]

having exceptional importance or significant impact

Ex: The completion of the project was a monumental achievement for the team, marking years of dedication and hard work. 
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access
access
[noun]

the right or opportunity to use something or benefit from it

Ex: Employees are granted access to the secure database only after completing cybersecurity training. 
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resource
resource
[noun]

(usually plural) a country's gas, oil, trees, etc. that are considered valuable and therefore can be sold to gain wealth

Ex: The country's natural resources include oil, natural gas, and minerals. 
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green
green
[Adjective]

characterizing an area that is richly covered with natural plant life or foliage

Ex: The green landscape was dotted with wildflowers and dense foliage. 
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development

the process of making a piece of land produce more profit by building on it or using its resources for such purpose

Ex: The development of the vacant lot into a shopping center significantly boosted the local economy. 
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involvement

the state of being part of something or having a connection with it

Ex: The teacher appreciated her involvement in class discussions. 
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institution

a large organization that serves a religious, educational, social, or similar function

Ex: The university is a well-respected institution known for its research programs. 
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variety
variety
[noun]

a range of things or people with the same general features but different in some details

Ex: The garden showcased a beautiful variety of flowers, each with its unique color and fragrance. 
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relatively
relatively
[Adverb]

to a specific degree, particularly when compared to other similar things

Ex: The test was relatively easy compared to the last one. 
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to develop

to transform a piece of land for a new purpose

Ex: The city council approved plans to develop the vacant lot into a residential complex 
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to play
to play
[Verb]

to actively influence or impact a situation, event, or outcome

Ex: Every citizen has a role to play in building a strong and cohesive community. 
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role
role
[noun]

a set of actions and responsibilities that are assigned to a person or group within a specific context

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forward-thinking
forward-thinking
[Adjective]

innovative and proactive in anticipating and preparing for future developments or trends

Ex: The company's forward-thinking approach to technology integration has kept them ahead of their competitors. 
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policy
policy
[noun]

a set of ideas or a plan of action that has been chosen officially by a group of people, an organization, a political party, etc.

Ex: The government introduced a new fiscal policy to stimulate economic growth. 
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to [pave] the way (for|to) {sth}

to create a situation in which it is easier for one to do something or for something to happen

Ex: Her years of hard work and dedication paved the way for her promotion to the role of department manager. 
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to double
to double
[Verb]

to increase something by two times its original amount or value

Ex: If you double 5, you get 10. 
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to showcase

to prominently display or present something to attract attention and admiration

Ex: The art gallery will showcase the works of a renowned painter in its upcoming exhibition. 
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to integrate

to bring things together to form a whole or include something as part of a larger group

Ex: The company aimed to integrate new technologies into its existing infrastructure for improved efficiency. 
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environmentally friendly

referring to actions, products, or practices that aim to preserve or protect the natural environment

Ex: The company is committed to producing environmentally friendly goods made from sustainable resources. 
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greenery
greenery
[noun]

green foliage

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medium
medium
[noun]

the specific environment or set of conditions where something can thrive or function effectively

Ex: Coral reefs provide a vibrant medium where diverse marine life can flourish. 
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to indicate

to provide proof, show, or be a sign of something, often based on observation or analysis

Ex: The footprints indicate that someone passed this way. 
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drainage system

a network of pipes, channels, and structures designed to collect and channel excess water, wastewater, or other liquids away from an area or a property

Ex: Workers are repairing the drainage system to ensure it functions properly. 
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evidence
evidence
[noun]

a sign or indication that suggests something

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to demonstrate

to show clearly that something is true or exists by providing proof or evidence

Ex: The scientist demonstrated the effectiveness of the new drug through a series of experiments. 
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to prescribe

(of a healthcare professional) to tell someone what drug or treatment they should get

Ex: After the check-up, she prescribed a new medicine for my cough. 
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gardening
gardening
[noun]

the activity of taking care of trees, bushes, and flowers in a garden for pleasure

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anxiety
anxiety
[noun]

(psychiatry) a mental disorder of constant nervousness and worry, in which one expects something bad to happen with no valid reason

Ex: Generalized anxiety disorder involves chronic worry about everyday situations. 
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depression

a state characterized by constant feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a lack of enegry or interest in activities

Ex: After the breakup, he fell into a deep depression. 
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dementia
dementia
[noun]

a mental condition that happens when the brain is damaged by disease or injury, causing memory loss and impairing the ability to think or make decisions

Ex: His grandmother was diagnosed with dementia and had trouble remembering simple tasks. 
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sufferer
sufferer
[noun]

a person who is experiencing mental or physical pain as a result of suffering from an illness or disease

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