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Cambridge IELTS 17 - Academic - Test 3 - Listening - Part 1

Here you can find the vocabulary from Test 3 - 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
seaside
seaside
[noun]

an area by the sea, especially one at which people spend their holiday

Ex: He took a long walk along the seaside to relax and unwind .
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thoroughly
thoroughly
[Adverb]

in a manner that is very much or to a great extent

Ex: The breathtaking view from the mountaintop left them thoroughly awestruck .
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demanding
demanding
[Adjective]

(of a task) needing great effort, skill, etc.

Ex: His demanding schedule made it difficult to find time for rest.
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to tire
to tire
[Verb]

to feel exhausted due to strain or stress

Ex: The challenging assignment last week tired her.
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to surf
to surf
[Verb]

to move on sea waves by standing or lying on a special board

Ex: Every summer, they head to the coast to surf, enjoying the thrill of catching waves.
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challenging
challenging
[Adjective]

difficult to accomplish, requiring skill or effort

Ex: Completing the obstacle course was challenging, pushing participants to their physical limits.
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lively
lively
[Adjective]

(of a place or atmosphere) full of excitement and energy

Ex: The children 's laughter filled the air , making the park feel lively.
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hostel
hostel
[noun]

a place or building that provides cheap food and accommodations for visitors

Ex: Staying at a hostel can be a great way to meet fellow travelers and share experiences from around the world .
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campsite
campsite
[noun]

a specific location that is intended for people to set up a tent

Ex: We set up our tent at the campsite near the lake .
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camp
camp
[noun]

a recreational facility where children participate in organized activities during the summer

Ex: The camp also includes field trips to nearby attractions .
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to tire out

to make someone exhausted through physical or mental activity

Ex: The demanding project tasks inevitably tire out the team .
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kayak
kayak
[noun]

a type of boat that is light and has an opening in the top in which the paddler sits

Ex: He strapped his fishing gear onto the kayak and paddled out onto the lake to find the best fishing spots .
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bay
bay
[noun]

a part of a shoreline that curves inward, larger than a cove but smaller than a gulf

Ex: Tourists enjoy kayaking and sailing in the calm waters of the bay.
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practically
practically
[Adverb]

to an almost complete degree

Ex: The entire city was practically shut down due to the severe snowstorm .
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appeal
appeal
[noun]

the attraction and allure that makes one interesting

Ex: The scenic beauty of the beach enhances its appeal.
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to tend
to tend
[Verb]

to be likely to develop or occur in a certain way because that is the usual pattern

Ex: In colder climates , temperatures tend to drop significantly during the winter months .
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rate
rate
[noun]

the number of times something changes or happens during a specific period of time

Ex: The unemployment rate in the region is higher than the national average.
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wetsuit
wetsuit
[noun]

a tight-fitting piece of clothing made of rubber that is worn by underwater swimmers to remain warm

Ex: After a day of snorkeling , she peeled off her wetsuit, feeling exhilarated from her underwater adventures .
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board
board
[noun]

a flat, often elongated piece of equipment used to glide over surfaces like water or snow

Ex: Skiers use separate boards under each foot , while snowboarders ride a single wide board.
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approximately

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

Ex: The temperature is expected to reach approximately 25 degrees Celsius tomorrow .
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advisable
advisable
[Adjective]

better or recommended because it is wise in a given situation

Ex: It 's not advisable to ignore warning signs on the road .
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