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Cambridge IELTS 17 - Academic - Test 2 - Listening - Part 1

Here you can find the vocabulary from Test 2 - Listening - Part 1 in the Cambridge IELTS 17 - Academic coursebook, to help you prepare for your IELTS exam.

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Cambridge IELTS 17 - Academic
to gather
to gather
[Verb]

to understand information based on what is available

Ex: Observing the subtle cues in the conversation, she could gather that her colleague was feeling uneasy about the upcoming changes in the project. 
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to coordinate

to control and organize the different parts of an activity and the group of people involved so that a good result is achieved

Ex: The event planner coordinated all aspects of the wedding, ensuring that vendors, guests, and the wedding party were synchronized for a seamless celebration. 
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voluntary
voluntary
[Adjective]

working without pay

Ex: He participated in a voluntary program to help teach children in underserved communities. 
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to donate
to donate
[Verb]

to freely give goods, money, or food to someone or an organization

Ex: Individuals often donate clothing to local shelters during the winter months. 
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to [get|become] involved (with|in) {sth}

to start participating or engaging in a situation, event, or activity

Ex: She decided to get involved in the local theater production. 
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flexible
flexible
[Adjective]

capable of adjusting easily to different situations, circumstances, or needs

Ex: Her flexible approach to problem-solving made her an excellent team member. 
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to suit
to suit
[Verb]

to be a good or acceptable match for someone or something's preferences, needs, or circumstances

Ex: The flexible working hours of the new job suit Sarah's lifestyle perfectly. 
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record
record
[noun]

an item that provides lasting evidence or information about past events, actions, or conditions

Ex: The diary served as a personal record of her daily life and thoughts. 
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up-to-date
up-to-date
[Adjective]

conforming to the most recent developments, updates, or facts

Ex: The report is up-to-date, including the most recent statistics on market growth. 
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to presume

to think that something is true based on probability or likelihood

Ex: Without clear evidence, she could only presume that the meeting would be rescheduled. 
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to computerize

to store information in digital form within a computer

Ex: The library began to computerize its card catalog. 
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purpose-built
purpose-built
[Adjective]

created or designed for a specific task or function

Ex: The gym is purpose-built for fitness enthusiasts, featuring state-of-the-art equipment. 
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hall
hall
[noun]

a large room or a building that various events, such as meetings, concerts, etc., are held in

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to run
to run
[Verb]

to own, manage, or organize something such as a business, campaign, a group of animals, etc.

Ex: She ran the family farm, overseeing the planting, harvesting, and sales of their crops. 
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club
club
[noun]

a group of individuals who come together based on shared interests, hobbies, activities, or objectives

Ex: The book club meets every Tuesday to discuss the latest novel. 
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elderly
elderly
[Adjective]

advanced in age

Ex: The elderly couple enjoyed taking leisurely walks together in the park. 
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neighboring
neighboring
[Adjective]

(of a place) close to another

Ex: The neighboring countries of Canada and the United States share the longest undefended border in the world. 
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resident
resident
[noun]

a person who lives in a particular place, usually on a long-term basis

Ex: The new resident of the apartment complex introduced herself to her neighbors. 
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one-off
one-off
[noun]

a happening that occurs only once and is not repeated

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lift
lift
[noun]

a ride in a vehicle that takes someone from one place to another

Ex: She gave me a lift to the train station this morning. 
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to struggle

to put a great deal of effort to overcome difficulties or achieve a goal

Ex: He struggled to lift the heavy box onto the shelf, but with determination, he eventually succeeded. 
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weeding
weeding
[noun]

the act of removing unwanted wild plants from a garden or area

Ex: After a few weeks, the garden needs some serious weeding. 
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presumably
presumably
[Adverb]

used to say that the something is believed to be true based on available information or evidence

Ex: She left the office early, presumably to attend a family event. 
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refreshment

a light snack or drink that is taken to restore energy or refresh oneself

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to specialize

to have the necessary knowledge, experience, or set of skills in a particular field

Ex: After years of general practice, the dentist chose to specialize in pediatric dentistry. 
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in advance
in advance
[Adverb]

prior to a particular time or event

Ex: Please let us know in advance if you plan to attend the meeting. 
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bottleneck

a narrowing that reduces the flow through a channel

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up {one's} street

used to refer to something that is exactly what a person knows a lot about or likes to do

Ex: Ethnic cases aren't up my street. 
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draft
draft
[noun]

an initial sketch or rough outline of a design, plan, or picture

Ex: The architect showed a draft of the new building. 
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