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Cambridge IELTS 10 Academic Listening Test 3 Part 3
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performance
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(n) /pərˈfɔːr.məns/
the act of doing something, especially in front of an audience
Example: The performance was exciting and everyone enjoyed it.
in-depth
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(adj) /ɪnˈdɛpθ/
thorough and detailed
Example: The teacher gave us an in-depth explanation of the topic.
analysis
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(n) /əˈnæl.ə.sɪs/
a careful examination of something
Example: The analysis of the report took a long time.
develop
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(v) /dɪˈvɛl.əp/
to grow or change into a more advanced or improved state
Example: The artist wants to develop her painting skills.
character
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(n) /ˈkær.ək.tər/
a person or thing in a story or play
Example: The character in the story was very interesting.
retired
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(adj) /rɪˈtaɪərd/
having stopped working, usually because of age
Example: My grandfather is retired and enjoys gardening.
authority
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(n) /əˈθɔr.ɪ.ti/
the power or right to give orders, make decisions, or enforce rules
Example: The teacher has authority in the classroom.
capture
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(v) /ˈkæp.tʃər/
to take and hold something, or to catch a person or animal
Example: He wants to capture the beauty of the sunset.
visualise
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(v) /ˈvɪʒuəˌlaɪz/
to form a mental image of something
Example: When I think about my story, I visualise the main character clearly.
consulting
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(n) /kənˈsʌltɪŋ/
the process of giving expert advice
Example: She is interested in consulting for companies.
atmosphere
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(n) /ˈæt.məs.fɪr/
the mixture of gases surrounding the earth or another planet
Example: The atmosphere was calm and peaceful during the sunset.
curtain
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(n) /ˈkɜr.tən/
a piece of fabric that hangs in front of a window or stage
Example: She closed the curtain to block the sunlight.
emerge
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(v) /ɪˈmɜrdʒ/
to come out or become visible
Example: A leader will emerge in the group.
frustrated
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(adj) /frʌsˈtreɪtɪd/
feeling upset because of not being able to do something
Example: I was frustrated when I couldn't solve the puzzle.
approach
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(n) /əˈproʊtʃ/
a way of dealing with something
Example: We developed a new approach to solve the problem.
relationship
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(n) /rɪˈleɪʃənˌʃɪp/
the way in which two people or groups are connected
Example: The relationship between children and their parents is important.
shifting
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(v) /ˈʃɪftɪŋ/
changing position or direction
Example: The weather is shifting to warmer temperatures.
overcome
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(v) /ˌoʊvərˈkʌm/
to succeed in dealing with a problem or difficulty
Example: They had to overcome many challenges to finish the project.
rehearsal
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(n) /rɪˈhɜːr.səl/
a practice for a performance
Example: The actors went to their rehearsal before the show.
wheelchair
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(n) /ˈwiːlˌtʃer/
a chair on wheels used by people who cannot walk
Example: The man in the wheelchair needs help to get inside.
spotlight
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(n) /ˈspɑːtlaɪt/
a strong light used to highlight a person or thing in a performance
Example: The spotlight shone on the actor during the performance.
abroad
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(adv) /əˈbrɔːd/
in or to a foreign country
Example: She is studying abroad for a year.
option
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(n) /ˈɑpʃən/
a thing that can be chosen
Example: You have the option to study abroad next year.
recommend
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(v) /ˌrɛkəˈmɛnd/
to tell someone that something is good or suitable
Example: I want to know if you would recommend doing that.
competitive
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(adj) /kəmˈpɛtɪtɪv/
wanting to win or be better than others
Example: The competition is very competitive this year.
limited
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(adj) /ˈlɪmɪtɪd/
not much; restricted in amount or number
Example: There is a limited number of tickets for the concert.
module
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(n) /ˈmɒdʒuːl/
a separate part of a course or program
Example: You have to complete all the modules to pass the course.
prove
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(v) /pruːv/
to show that something is true or correct
Example: You have to prove that you know your subject really well.
graduate
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(v) /ˈgrædʒueɪt/
to finish school or university and receive a degree
Example: I will graduate from college next year.
emphasis
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(n) /ˈɛm.fə.sɪs/
special attention or importance given to something
Example: The teacher put emphasis on the importance of studying every day.
directing
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(v) /dɪˈrɛktɪŋ/
the act of guiding or controlling a process or activity
Example: Rob is interested in directing the play next year.
coordinator
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(n) /koʊˈɔːrdɪneɪtər/
a person who organizes people or things
Example: The scheme coordinator helped us choose our courses.
deadline
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(n) /ˈdɛdˌlaɪn/
a time limit for completing something
Example: You need to finish your project before the deadline.
popular
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(adj) /ˈpɑːpjələr/
liked by many people
Example: That restaurant is very popular in our city.
personal
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(adj) /ˈpɜr.sən.əl/
relating to a specific person
Example: I need to write a personal statement for my application.
statement
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(n) /ˈsteɪtmənt/
something that someone says or writes officially
Example: The teacher asked us to write a statement about our opinions.
involved
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(adj) /ɪnˈvɑlvd/
having a part in something; connected with something
Example: She got really involved in the project.
arrangement
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(n) /əˈreɪndʒmənt/
the way in which things are organized or arranged
Example: She made arrangements for her birthday party.
preferred
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(adj) /prɪˈfɜrd/
liked more than others
Example: I like to play my preferred games in the evening.
specialism
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(n) /ˈspɛʃəˌlɪzəm/
a particular area of study or work
Example: You don't want to miss out doing your preferred specialisms.
production
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(n) /prəˈdʌkʃən/
the process of making or creating something
Example: The production of the play took a lot of time and effort.
analyse
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(v) /əˈnæl.aɪz/
to study something carefully to understand it better
Example: I have to analyse how I functioned in the group.
function
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(n) /ˈfʌŋkʃən/
the purpose or role of something
Example: In the group, each person had a different function.
research
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(n) /ˈriːsɜːrʧ/
a careful study and investigation to find out information
Example: Sophia did some research for the project.
article
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(n) /ˈɑːrtɪkl/
a piece of writing in a newspaper or magazine
Example: She wrote an article about the environment.
practical
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(adj) /ˈpræktɪkəl/
related to real situations and actions, not just ideas
Example: I need practical solutions for my problems.
fantastic
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(adj) /fænˈtæstɪk/
very good or great
Example: It's a fantastic chance to study in another country for a year.
competitive
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(adj) /kəmˈpɛtɪtɪv/
wanting to win or be better than others
Example: The game is very competitive this year.
emphasis
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(n) /ˈɛm.fə.sɪs/
special importance or attention given to something
Example: The teacher put emphasis on reading in class.
coordinator
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(n) /koʊˈɔrdəˌneɪtər/
a person who organizes things or people
Example: The scheme coordinator helps students with their applications.