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Cambridge IELTS 17 - Academic - Test 4 - Listening - Part 2

Here you can find the vocabulary from Test 4 - Listening - Part 2 in the Cambridge IELTS 17 - Academic coursebook, to help you prepare for your IELTS exam.

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Cambridge IELTS 17 - Academic
turnover
turnover
[noun]

the rate at which employees leave a company and are replaced by new hires within a specified period

Ex: The company's high turnover rate prompted management to review employee retention strategies. 
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loyal
loyal
[Adjective]

showing firm and constant support to a person, organization, cause, or belief

Ex: The loyal friend stood by his side through thick and thin, offering unwavering support. 
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to run
to run
[Verb]

(of plans, systems, or organizations) to function or progress in a certain way

Ex: The project is running smoothly and on schedule. 
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smoothly
smoothly
[Adverb]

easily and without any difficulty or disruptions

Ex: The negotiations progressed smoothly, without any major setbacks. 
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to recruit

to employ people for a company, etc.

Ex: The company is actively recruiting new graduates for entry-level positions. 
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time-consuming
time-consuming
[Adjective]

(of an activity, task, or process) taking up a significant amount of time, and therefore requiring a considerable amount of effort or patience

Ex: The process of renovating the old house was extremely time-consuming, taking several months to complete. 
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to cover
to cover
[Verb]

to fill the position or substitute for another person

Ex: When my coworker fell ill, I covered for him by handling his clients and completing his tasks. 
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severely
severely
[Adverb]

to a harsh, serious, or excessively intense degree

Ex: Their business was severely damaged by the storm. 
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resentful
resentful
[Adjective]

feeling anger because of perceived unfairness or wrongdoing

Ex: She was resentful towards her colleague who took credit for her ideas. 
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preferential
preferential
[Adjective]

showing or giving advantage, favor, or priority to someone or something over others

Ex: Employees with longer service records received preferential treatment during the promotion process. 
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treatment
treatment
[noun]

the manner or method of managing or dealing with something or someone

Ex: The delicate vase required careful treatment during transportation to avoid any damage. 
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to treat
to treat
[Verb]

to deal with or behave toward someone or something in a particular way

Ex: Always treat animals with care and compassion. 
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fairly
fairly
[Adverb]

in a manner that is free from bias, favoritism, or injustice

Ex: The teacher graded the exams fairly. 
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to step in

act as a substitute

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tangible
tangible
[Adjective]

concrete and real rather than abstract

Ex: The research produced tangible results, such as data and measurable outcomes, that could be treated as fact. 
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complaint
complaint
[noun]

a statement that conveys one's dissatisfaction

Ex: After receiving the wrong order at the restaurant, she decided to file a complaint with the manager to express her dissatisfaction. 
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stay
stay
[noun]

a duration during which someone remains in a place

Ex: During his stay at the hotel, he enjoyed room service and spa treatments. 
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loyalty
loyalty
[noun]

a strong sense of commitment, faithfulness, and devotion towards someone or something

Ex: Her loyalty to her friends is unquestionable. 
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scheme
scheme
[noun]

an organized and carefully planned course of action

Ex: The company launched a scheme to expand internationally. 
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to value
to value
[Verb]

to regard highly and consider something as important, beneficial, or worthy of appreciation

Ex: The organization values transparency in its communication practices. 
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to contribute

to be one of the causes or reasons that helps something happen

Ex: Many factors contribute to the rise in housing prices. 
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to recognize

to completely understand, acknowledge, or become aware of the existence, validity, or importance of something

Ex: She quickly recognized the need for better communication within the team. 
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retention
retention
[noun]

the act of keeping something that one already has

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step
step
[noun]

any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal

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among
among
[preposition]

used to indicate inclusion within a group, set, or category

Ex: The athlete is among the top contenders for the championship. 
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potential
potential
[noun]

the inherent capability or ability to develop, achieve, or succeed in the future

Ex: The young athlete showed great potential to become a world-class competitor. 
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to encourage

to make something more likely to exist, happen, or develop

Ex: The teacher encouraged creativity in her students by giving them freedom to experiment. 
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achiever
achiever
[noun]

someone who reaches a high level of success, particularly in their occupation

Ex: As a dedicated achiever, she consistently sets and exceeds ambitious goals in her career. 
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brewery
brewery
[noun]

a place where beer is produced

Ex: The local brewery prides itself on its small-batch brewing methods, producing unique and innovative beers that reflect the creativity of the brewers. 
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reception
reception
[noun]

the place or desk usually at a hotel entrance where people go to book a room or check in

Ex: On checking out, he returned his room key to the reception. 
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worthwhile
worthwhile
[Adjective]

deserving of time, effort, or attention due to inherent value or importance

Ex: Learning a new language can be a worthwhile endeavor, opening up opportunities for personal and professional growth. 
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rewarding
rewarding
[Adjective]

(of an activity) making one feel satisfied by giving one a desirable outcome

Ex: Teaching can be a rewarding profession, as educators witness the growth of their students. 
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prospect
prospect
[noun]

the likelihood or possibility of something becoming successful in the future

Ex: The job offer came with excellent career prospects for advancement. 
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program
program
[noun]

a course of study or curriculum offered by an educational institution

Ex: The university offers a comprehensive MBA program designed to prepare students for leadership roles in business. 
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caring
caring
[Adjective]

showing concern for the well-being of others and being kind and supportive in one's actions and interactions

Ex: She is known for her caring nature, always willing to lend a helping hand to those in need. 
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childcare
childcare
[noun]

the act of looking after children, especially while their parents are working

Ex: Childcare can be expensive in urban areas. 
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to issue
to issue
[Verb]

to provide or give something to someone

Ex: The teacher issued the students with their new textbooks for the semester. 
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voucher
voucher
[noun]

a digital code or a printed piece of paper that can be used instead of money when making a purchase or used to receive a discount

Ex: She received a gift voucher for her favorite restaurant as a birthday present. 
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to [cover] costs

to pay for expenses or expenditures related to a particular item, service, or endeavor

Ex: The revenue from the event should be enough to cover costs. 
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rate
rate
[noun]

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

Ex: The crime rate in the city has decreased significantly over the past year. 
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cooperative
cooperative
[Adjective]

characterized by a willingness and ability to work harmoniously with others

Ex: She's always cooperative during group assignments. 
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supportive
supportive
[Adjective]

giving encouragement or providing help

Ex: Her family was incredibly supportive during her recovery from surgery, providing assistance and encouragement every step of the way. 
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unaware
unaware
[Adjective]

lacking knowledge or realization of a fact or situation

Ex: She remained unaware of the danger lurking nearby. 
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workload
workload
[noun]

the amount of work that a person or organization has to do

Ex: She was overwhelmed by her heavy workload and had to work late every night. 
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morale
morale
[noun]

the spirit of a group that makes the members want the group to succeed

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to neglect

to fail to do something, particularly as a result of carelessness

Ex: The landlord neglected to repair the leaking roof, causing water damage to the apartment. 
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incentive
incentive
[noun]

something that is used as an encouraging and motivating factor

Ex: The opportunity to travel abroad was a great incentive for volunteers to participate in the program. 
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