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Cambridge IELTS 17 - Academic - Test 4 - Listening - Part 1

Here you can find the vocabulary from Test 4 - 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 require

to need or demand something as necessary for a particular purpose or situation

Ex: Completing the advanced course will require a solid understanding of the basics. 
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domestic
domestic
[Adjective]

relating to or belonging to the home, household, or family life

Ex: She handled all the domestic chores with care. 
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flat
flat
[noun]

a place with a few rooms in which people live, normally part of a building with other such places on each floor

Ex: She decided to rent a flat in the city center to be closer to her job and local amenities. 
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package
package
[noun]

a set of things that are offered or sold together as one single unit

Ex: We bought a TV and sound system as a package. 
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thorough
thorough
[Adjective]

doing something completely and comprehensively without leaving out any important details

Ex: She conducted a thorough examination of the patient, checking for any signs of illness or injury. 
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to polish
to polish
[Verb]

to rub the surface of something, often using a brush or a piece of cloth, to make it bright, smooth, and shiny

Ex: The jeweler polished the silver necklace to a high shine. 
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hardly ever
hardly ever
[Adverb]

in a manner that almost does not occur or happen

Ex: She hardly ever misses her morning jog. 
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to iron
to iron
[Verb]

to use a heated appliance to straighten and smooth wrinkles and creases from fabric

Ex: She irons her shirts before going to work to ensure they look neat and tidy. 
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to wipe out

to entirely remove something

Ex: They wiped the stain out from the carpet using a cleaning solution. 
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grubby
grubby
[Adjective]

thickly covered with ingrained dirt or soot

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pressure washer

a machine that uses high-pressure water spray to remove dirt, grime, and other types of stubborn stains from surfaces

Ex: I used a pressure washer to clean the driveway, and it removed all the dirt and oil stains quickly. 
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maintenance

the act of keeping something in good condition or proper working condition

Ex: Regular maintenance extends the life of a car. 
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plumber
plumber
[noun]

someone who installs and repairs pipes, toilets, etc.

Ex: The plumber fixed the leaky faucet in the kitchen, stopping the constant drip. 
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in a hurry
in a hurry
[Adverb]

in a quick manner due to having little time

Ex: The children ran in a hurry to get to school on time. 
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to [put] {sb} in touch with {sb}

to provide someone with the contact information of another person such as their phone number, E-mail, or address

Ex: I can put you in touch with my friend who's a real estate agent if you're looking for a new home. 
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reliable
reliable
[Adjective]

able to be trusted to perform consistently well and meet expectations

Ex: He's reliable, always delivering on his promises and consistently producing quality work. 
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straight away

without any delay

Ex: He answered the phone straight away. 
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electrician

someone who deals with electrical equipment, such as repairing or installing them

Ex: The electrician fixed the faulty wiring that caused the power outage. 
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contact
contact
[noun]

an individual with whom one has established a professional or personal relationship, typically for the purpose of obtaining information, assistance, etc.

Ex: He reached out to his contacts in the industry to help him find a new job. 
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to [bear] in mind

to remember or consider a particular piece of information or advice

Ex: When you invest in the stock market, bear in mind that prices can be volatile. 
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to apply
to apply
[Verb]

to formally request something, such as a place at a university, a job, etc.

Ex: Students often apply to multiple universities to increase their chances of acceptance. 
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to undergo

to experience or endure a process, change, or event

Ex: The patient had to undergo surgery to address the medical condition. 
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security check

an examination of a person or thing to ensure safety and prevent harm

Ex: Passengers must go through a security check before boarding the plane. 
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criminal
criminal
[Adjective]

related to or involving illegal activities

Ex: The new law aims to reduce criminal activity by increasing penalties for repeat offenders. 
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background

the details about someone's family, experience, education, etc.

Ex: During the interview, they asked about my educational background. 
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reference
reference
[noun]

a letter written by a former employer about a former employee who has applied for a new job, giving information about them

Ex: She requested a reference from her previous manager to support her job application. 
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suitable
suitable
[Adjective]

appropriate for a certain situation or purpose

Ex: The dress she chose was suitable for the formal event. 
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to monitor

to carefully check the quality, activity, or changes of something or someone for a period of time

Ex: Parents often need to monitor their children's online activities to ensure a safe digital environment. 
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client
client
[noun]

a person or organization that pays for the services of a company or recommendations of a professional

Ex: As a lawyer, she always puts her clients' needs and interests first. 
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to pick up

to notice something, such as a sense, sign, etc.

Ex: With his keen hearing, he can pick up the slightest sound in the night. 
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