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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: Based on the tone of the email , she could gather that the client was dissatisfied with the recent service .
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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: We are coordinating with vendors to ensure timely delivery of supplies .
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voluntary
voluntary
[Adjective]

working without pay

Ex: The organization relied on voluntary contributions from people who wanted to help .
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to donate
to donate
[Verb]

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

Ex: The community raised funds to donate to a family in need during challenging times .
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to [get|become] involved (with|in) {sth}

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

Ex: They want to get involved in local politics to make a difference in the community.
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flexible
flexible
[Adjective]

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

Ex: His flexible attitude made it easy for friends to rely on him in tough times .
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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: This job offer suits my career aspirations and offers room for growth .
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record
record
[noun]

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

Ex: The birth certificate is an official record of one 's birth date and place .
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up-to-date
up-to-date
[Adjective]

conforming to the most recent developments, updates, or facts

Ex: He updated the website to keep it up-to-date with the latest product launches .
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to presume

to think that something is true based on probability or likelihood

Ex: Not receiving a call , he presumed that the job interview had been postponed .
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to computerize

to store information in digital form within a computer

Ex: They are working to computerize land ownership data .
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purpose-built
purpose-built
[Adjective]

created or designed for a specific task or function

Ex: The purpose-built bike allows riders to tackle rough trails with ease .
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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: They run a herd of camels for desert expeditions .
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club
club
[noun]

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

Ex: She enjoys participating in the cooking club to try new recipes .
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elderly
elderly
[Adjective]

advanced in age

Ex: The elderly gentleman greeted everyone with a warm smile and a twinkle in his eye .
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neighboring
neighboring
[Adjective]

(of a place) close to another

Ex: The neighboring houses were built in similar styles, creating a cohesive look along the street.
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resident
resident
[noun]

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

Ex: The community center hosts events and activities for residents of all ages .
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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: We missed the bus , so we had to thumb a lift from a passing car .
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to struggle

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

Ex: Right now , the climbers are struggling to reach the summit .
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weeding
weeding
[noun]

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

Ex: Weeding is something I always put off until the last minute.
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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: The project deadline was extended , presumably to allow more time for thorough research and development .
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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 law school , he specialized in intellectual property law , protecting creative innovations .
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in advance
in advance
[Adverb]

prior to a particular time or event

Ex: He always prepares his meals in advance to save time during the busy workweek .
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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: I've got a little job here which should be right up your street.
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draft
draft
[noun]

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

Ex: The artist erased part of the draft and redrew it .
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