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Cambridge IELTS 17 - Academic - Test 1 - Reading - Passage 3 (2)

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Cambridge IELTS 17 - Academic
pacy
[Adjective]

(of a book, movie, etc.) having a fast-developing plot

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prose
[noun]

spoken or written language in its usual form, in contrast to poetry

Ex: The author 's mastery of prose evoked vivid imagery and emotional resonance , immersing readers in the world of her storytelling .
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to stay away from someone or something unpleasant, particularly one that is dangerous or troublesome

Ex: To avoid potential conflicts, she chose to steer clear of controversial topics in conversation.
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deftly
[Adverb]

in a manner that is quick, precise, and skillful, especially with physical movements

Ex: The cat deftly climbed the tree to escape the dog .
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elegantly
[Adverb]

in a tasteful, refined, or graceful manner

Ex: The yacht cut elegantly through the waves , its sails full .
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tale
[noun]

a true or imaginary story, particularly one that is full of exciting events

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evenhanded
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fair in judgment or treatment

Ex: A good leader remains evenhanded during conflicts , striving to find solutions that satisfy all parties involved .
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sympathy
[noun]

a supportive or favorable attitude towards an opinion, goal, or viewpoint, indicating agreement or understanding

Ex: She voiced her sympathy for the environmental policies being discussed .
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fierce
[Adjective]

very strong or intense

Ex: The athlete displayed fierce athleticism on the field , pushing through obstacles with determination .
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republican
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related to a political ideology or party that typically supports limited government, free-market principles, and conservative social values

Ex: Republican leaders advocate for conservative solutions to address issues such as healthcare and education .
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regime
[noun]

a system of governing that is authoritarian and usually not selected in a fair election

Ex: The authoritarian regime imposed strict censorship on the media.
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the details about someone's family, experience, education, etc.

Ex: Understanding your students ' backgrounds can help you teach them better .
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tantalizing
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arousing desire or expectation for something unattainable or mockingly out of reach

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to assume
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to dress oneself in or place something on the body

Ex: She assumed a pair of sunglasses to shield her eyes from the bright sunlight .
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wit
[noun]

mental ability

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charm
[noun]

a quality or trait that attracts others and creates a positive impression

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trickery
[noun]

the use of deceit or scheme to cheat or take advantage of someone

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the use of deceptive methods or devices to achieve something

Ex: Her subterfuge included crafting a false backstory to gain trust and access sensitive information .
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tight
[Adjective]

extremely challenging to deal with

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corner
[noun]

a predicament from which a skillful or graceful escape is impossible

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to succeed in achieving the desired result

Ex: Their project is hitting the mark, whereas ours is just flopping.
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depiction
[noun]

a graphic or vivid verbal description

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ineffective
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(of a person) lacking the skill, competence, or ability to produce the desired outcome or perform successfully

Ex: She felt ineffective in her role , as her suggestions were always ignored .
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monarch
[noun]

a person who has the power to rule over a kingdom or empire, especially someone who inherits this power

Ex: He collected coins and stamps featuring images of various historical monarchs.
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to treat or represent a person or thing in a way that is accurate and fair

Ex: The article about the scientist's groundbreaking work did him justice.
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the quality of being intricate and compounded

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in store
[Adjective]

(of an event, situation, or outcome) waiting to happen in the future, typically expected or anticipated

Ex: I ca n’t wait to see what ’s in store for us on our vacation .
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treat
[noun]

an occurrence that causes special pleasure or delight

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angelic
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having the characteristics of a saint or angel, such as kindness or innocence

Ex: The elderly woman 's kindness and generosity were described as truly angelic by those who knew her .
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to be one of the causes or reasons that helps something happen

Ex: Her insights contributed to the development of the innovative idea .
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opposing
[Adjective]

characterized by active hostility

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to flee
[Verb]

to escape danger or from a place

Ex: The frightened deer fled as a predator approached .
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relative
[Adjective]

measured or judged in comparison to something else

Ex: The success of the project was relative to the effort put into it .
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debate
[noun]

a discussion about a particular issue between two opposing sides, mainly held publicly

Ex: The debate over healthcare reform continues to be a contentious issue in politics .
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a belief or opinion that is very strong

Ex: His conviction in the power of education inspired many students to pursue higher goals .
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alliance
[noun]

a formal agreement or treaty establishing cooperation between nations or groups for shared objectives

Ex: Cultural alliances between universities foster academic exchange and collaboration in research .
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widespread
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existing or spreading among many people, groups, or communities through communication, influence, or awareness

Ex: The drought led to widespread crop failures , impacting food supplies nationwide .
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a secret plan by a group to commit an unlawful, harmful, or treacherous act

Ex: They were charged with conspiracy to defraud investors out of millions of dollars .
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decisive
[Adjective]

leaving no uncertainty or room for debate

Ex: The scientist presented decisive proof that climate change is caused by human activity .
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to lack
[Verb]

to be without or to not have enough of something that is needed or desirable

Ex: The success of the business proposal was compromised because it lacked a clear strategy .
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sufficient
[Adjective]

having enough of something to meet a particular need or requirement

Ex: The evidence presented in court was deemed sufficient to convict the defendant .
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to mention or express something in few words

Ex: The weather forecast indicated a chance of rain later in the day .
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inclusion
[noun]

the act of including

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account
[noun]

a detailed record or narrative description of events that have occurred

Ex: The historian ’s account is based on primary source documents .
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aspect
[noun]

a defining or distinctive feature of something

Ex: Climate change affects every aspect of our daily lives .
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reviewer
[noun]

someone who writes reviews and analysis of books, movies, etc.

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the conditions or factors that surround and influence a particular situation

Ex: Understanding the circumstances behind the decision is crucial for making sense of it.
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view
[noun]

a personal belief or judgment that is not based on proof or certainty

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to explain or show the meaning of something using examples, pictures, etc.

Ex: He used a chart to illustrate the growth of the company over the years .
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to argue
[Verb]

to provide reasons when saying something is the case, particularly to persuade others that one is right

Ex: He argued against the proposal , citing potential negative consequences for the economy .
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to fail to understand something or someone correctly

Ex: They misunderstood the movie plot and were confused.
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motive
[noun]

a reason or purpose behind someone's actions or behavior

Ex: The student ’s motive for working hard was to earn a scholarship .
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faith
[noun]

loyalty or allegiance to a cause or a person

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monarchy
[noun]

a system of government or a country or state that is ruled by a king or queen

Ex: In a constitutional monarchy, the king or queen 's powers are limited by law .
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to drive
[Verb]

to be the influencing factor that causes something to make progress

Ex: Entrepreneurship and small businesses have been driving local economic development .
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unbiased
[Adjective]

not having favoritism or prejudice toward any particular side or viewpoint

Ex: The committee members were chosen for their ability to provide unbiased evaluations of the proposals .
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the specific theme or topic that a work of art, speech, etc. contains

Ex: The poet 's work grapples with the subject matter of mortality and the passage of time , reflecting on the fleeting nature of existence .
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to not notice or see something

Ex: Be cautious not to overlook the signs of wear and tear in equipment maintenance .
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prevalent
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widespread or commonly occurring at a particular time or in a particular place

Ex: The prevalent opinion on the matter was in favor of change .
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to omit
[Verb]

to leave out or exclude something or someone, usually intentionally, from a list, text, or action

Ex: The editor suggested omitting redundant sentences to improve the flow of the document .
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deceit
[noun]

a tendency toward dishonesty, falseness, or misleading behavior

Ex: The politician 's pattern of deceit became the focus of investigative journalism .
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to carry out or apply a particular method or activity, especially as a regular or established routine

Ex: Different forms of medicine are practised around the world .
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to think about a problem or an issue and start to deal with it

Ex: It 's important for parents to address their children 's emotional needs .
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to assign someone to do a task, such as creating an artistic or literary piece

Ex: The publishing house is actively commissioning authors for new literary works .
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in a manner that shows great willingness, interest, or excitement

Ex: The employees responded enthusiastically to the new company initiative , embracing change .
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to successfully achieve or accomplish something

Ex: They were unsure at first, but they pulled the surprise party off brilliantly.
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squadron
[noun]

a large group or unit of people, vehicles, or things

Ex: The squadron of technicians worked together to fix the equipment .
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niggle
[noun]

a minor issue, often involving a small complaint or irritation about something that is not very significant

Ex: She voiced a niggle about the color choice for the walls.
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