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Cambridge IELTS 12 Academic Listening Test 1 Part 3
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angle
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(n) /ˈæŋɡəl/
the space between two lines or surfaces that meet
Example: I need to measure the angle of the triangle.
concentrate
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(v) /ˈkɒn.sən.treɪt/
to focus your attention on something
Example: I need to concentrate on my homework.
relate
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(v) /rɪˈleɪt/
to show or establish a connection between things
Example: We need to relate the topic to our main argument.
external
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(adj) /ɪkˈstɜrnəl/
relating to the outside or outer part
Example: The external walls of the building need to be painted.
developments
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(n) /dɪˈvɛləmənts/
new events or changes that happen
Example: The news reported important developments in the case.
funding
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(n) /ˈfʌndɪŋ/
money given for a specific purpose
Example: The school received funding to improve its facilities.
brainstorm
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(v) /ˈbreɪnˌstɔrm/
to think of many ideas or solutions about a topic
Example: Let's brainstorm some solutions for the problem.
impact
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(n) /ˈɪm.pækt/
a strong effect or influence
Example: The new law will have a big impact on the environment.
digitalised
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(v) /ˈdɪdʒɪtəˌlaɪzd/
to convert something into a digital format
Example: Many old books have been digitalised for easier access.
access
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(v) /ˈæksɛs/
to be able to use or enter something
Example: People can access the library's online resources from home.
obsolete
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(adj) /ˈɑːb.sə.liːt/
no longer used or needed
Example: Many old technologies are now obsolete.
copyright
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(n) /ˈkɑːpiˌraɪt/
the legal right to control the use of something that you have created
Example: She has the copyright for her new book.
best-seller
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(n) /ˈbɛstˌsɛlər/
a book that sells a lot of copies
Example: The new book is a best-seller this month.
evolving
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(v) /ɪˈvɑːlvɪŋ/
to develop and change gradually over time
Example: The city is evolving into a great place to live.
implications
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(n) /ˌɪmplɪˈkeɪʃənz/
the possible effects or results of something
Example: The changes in libraries may have financial implications.
in-depth
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(adj) /ɪnˈdɛpθ/
complete and detailed
Example: The teacher gave us an in-depth explanation of the topic.
budget
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(n) /ˈbʌdʒɪt/
a plan for how to spend money
Example: We need to create a budget for our project.
controlled
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(adj) /kənˈtroʊldɪd/
something that is managed or regulated
Example: The project is controlled by a local council.
council
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(n) /ˈkaʊnsl/
a group of people who meet to make decisions or give advice
Example: The local council is planning a community event.
policies
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(n) /ˈpɑːl.ɪ.siːz/
rules or guidelines that are set by an organization
Example: The school has strict policies about attending classes.
ban
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(v) /bæn/
to say that something is not allowed
Example: The library will ban food from being eaten inside.
employment
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(n) /ɪmˈplɔɪmənt/
the state of having a job
Example: Employment is important for many people.
facilities
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(n) /fəˈsɪl.ɪ.tiz/
buildings or equipment that are used for a particular purpose
Example: The school has great facilities for art and sports.
measures
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(n) /ˈmɛʒərz/
methods or actions taken to achieve a particular aim
Example: The library has many safety measures in place.
ensure
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(v) /ɪnˈʃʊr/
to make certain that something will happen
Example: They take steps to ensure safety in the library.
slippery
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(adj) /ˈslɪp.ər.i/
smooth or wet, causing something to slide or fall easily
Example: The floor was slippery after mopping.
emergency
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(n) /ɪˈmɜːr.dʒən.si/
a serious situation that needs quick action
Example: The fire alarm caused an emergency in the building.
insurance
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(n) /ɪnˈʃʊr.əns/
an agreement that provides money in case of loss or damage
Example: She bought insurance for her new car.
injured
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(adj) /ˈɪnʤərd/
hurt or damaged
Example: He feels sad because he is injured.
archive
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(n) /ˈɑːr.kaɪv/
a place where public records or historical documents are kept
Example: The archive contains old newspapers and documents.
politician
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(n) /ˌpɑːlɪˈtɪʃən/
a person who is involved in politics, especially a member of a government
Example: The politician gave a speech to the crowd.
connection
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(n) /kəˈnɛkʃən/
a relationship or link between people or things
Example: I need to find out his connection to the project.
database
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(n) /ˈdeɪtəˌbeɪs/
a collection of information stored in a computer
Example: They need to check the database for the latest records.
fancy
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(v) /ˈfæn.si/
to like something, to want to do something
Example: I quite fancy going to the movies tonight.
differences
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(n) /ˈdɪf.ər.ənsɪz/
things that are not the same as each other
Example: There are many differences between cats and dogs.
museum
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(n) /mjuˈziːəm/
a place where objects of artistic, historical, or scientific interest are kept and shown to the public
Example: I visited a museum to see the ancient artifacts.
traditional
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(adj) /trəˈdɪʃ.ən.əl/
relating to customs, practices, or beliefs that have been passed down over time
Example: The traditional celebration happens every year in the town.
function
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(n) /ˈfʌŋkʃən/
a specific purpose or role
Example: The library has a traditional function in the community.
financial
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(adj) /faɪˈnænʃəl/
relating to money or how money is managed
Example: The company had serious financial issues last year.
disappear
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(v) /ˌdɪs.əˈpɪr/
to become no longer visible or to go away
Example: The magician made the rabbit disappear.
community
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(n) /kəˈmjunɪti/
a group of people living in the same area
Example: The community organized a cleanup event.
activities
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(n) /ækˈtɪvɪtiz/
things people do for enjoyment or to achieve a goal
Example: The park has many activities for children.
evolve
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(v) /ɪˈvɑlv/
to change or develop over time
Example: Animals evolve to adapt to their environment.
preference
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(n) /ˈprɛf.ər.əns/
a greater liking for one alternative over another
Example: I have a preference for chocolate ice cream.
implications
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(n) /ˌɪmplɪˈkeɪʃənz/
possible results or effects of an action or decision
Example: The implications of using digital books are important to consider.
digitalisation
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(n) /ˌdɪdʒɪtəˈlaɪzeɪʃən/
the process of converting something into a digital format
Example: The digitalisation of books allows more people to read them online.
copyright
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(n) /ˈkɑːpɪraɪt/
the legal right to control the use of something created, like a book or music
Example: He wants to protect his copyright for his new book.
obsolescence
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(n) /ˌɒb.səˈles.əns/
the state of becoming outdated or no longer used
Example: The invention of e-books has led to the obsolescence of many paper books.
adaptation
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(n) /ˌædæpˈteɪʃən/
a change to suit new conditions
Example: The adaptation of the library is important for the community.
infrastructure
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(n) /ˈɪnfrəˌstrʌkʧər/
the basic systems and structures needed for a country or organization to function
Example: Good infrastructure helps people get from one place to another easily.
diversification
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(n) /daɪˌvɜːrsɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
the process of making something more diverse or varied
Example: Diversification can help a company reduce risk.