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Cambridge IELTS 15 Academic Listening Test 4 Part 2
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subcommittee
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(n) /ˈsʌb.kəˌmɪt.i/
a smaller group within a larger group that discusses specific issues
Example: The subcommittee met to discuss the new park plans.
facility
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(n) /fəˈsɪlɪti/
a place or building used for a specific purpose or activity
Example: The new facility has many fun activities for kids.
overview
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(n) /ˈoʊvərˌvju/
a general summary or description
Example: The teacher gave an overview of the lesson.
arrangement
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(n) /əˈreɪndʒmənt/
the way in which things are organized or arranged
Example: The arrangement of the flowers is beautiful.
assortment
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(n) /əˈsɔrtmənt/
a variety of different items
Example: The store has an assortment of toys for children.
adventure
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(n) /ədˈvɛn.tʃɚ/
an exciting experience or journey
Example: The children went on an adventure in the forest.
formal
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(adj) /ˈfɔːr.məl/
related to a serious or official style
Example: She wore a formal dress to the party.
replant
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(v) /riˈplænt/
to plant something again
Example: They will replant the flowers in the spring.
boundary
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(n) /ˈbaʊndəri/
a limit or edge of an area
Example: The kids played near the boundary of the park.
outdoor
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(adj) /ˈaʊtˌdɔr/
related to being outside
Example: They enjoy outdoor activities like hiking and biking.
prove
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(v) /pruːv/
to show that something is true
Example: The test will prove if you studied enough.
introduction
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(n) /ˌɪntrəˈdʌkʃən/
the act of introducing something
Example: The introduction of the new ramp was exciting for everyone.
skateboard
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(n) /ˈskeɪtˌbɔrd/
a board with four wheels that a person can ride on by standing on it
Example: He loves to ride his skateboard at the park.
ramp
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(n) /ræmp/
a slope or incline that connects two different levels
Example: The skateboard ramp is fun to use.
constant
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(adj) /ˈkɒnstənt/
happening all the time or very often
Example: The skateboard ramp is in constant use during the evenings.
bend
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(v) /bɛnd/
to shape or force something into a curve or angle
Example: I need to bend the wire to fix the lamp.
aware
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(adj) /əˈwɛr/
having knowledge about something
Example: She is aware of the new rules.
available
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(adj) /əˈveɪləbəl/
able to be used or obtained
Example: The available funds helped build the new playground.
irrespective
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(adj) /ˌɪrɪˈspɛktɪv/
without considering something
Example: Children can choose activities irrespective of their age.
disastrous
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(adj) /dɪˈzæstrəs/
causing great damage or harm
Example: The fire was disastrous for the building.
destroy
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(v) /dɪˈstrɔɪ/
to completely ruin or end something
Example: The storm will destroy the old tree.
tropical
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(adj) /ˈtrɑːpɪkəl/
relating to the warm areas of the Earth near the equator
Example: The tropical plants grow well in warm weather.
contribute
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(v) /kənˈtrɪb.juːt/
to give something, such as money or time, to help someone or something
Example: I want to contribute to the school's fundraising event.
achievement
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(n) /əˈtʃivmənt/
something that has been done successfully
Example: Winning the race was her greatest achievement.
playground
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(n) /ˈpleɪɡraʊnd/
an area where children can play, usually with equipment like swings and slides
Example: The children love to play in the playground.
gymnasium
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(n) /dʒɪmˈneɪ.zi.əm/
a large room or building for sports and physical exercise
Example: The students exercise every day in the gymnasium.
wildflower
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(n) /ˈwaɪldˌflaʊər/
a flower that grows naturally, not planted by people
Example: She loves to pick wildflowers in the spring.
attract
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(v) /əˈtrækt/
to draw or pull towards something
Example: The flowers attract many insects.
butterfly
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(n) /ˈbʌtərˌflaɪ/
an insect with large, colorful wings that can fly
Example: I saw a butterfly in the garden.
museum
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(n) /mjuˈziːəm/
a place where objects of historical, scientific, or artistic interest are displayed
Example: The museum has many interesting paintings.
café
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(n) /kæˈfeɪ/
a place where you can buy coffee and snacks
Example: We enjoy going to the café on weekends.
toilet
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(n) /ˈtɔɪlɪt/
a room with a toilet for people to use
Example: The toilet is located near the playground.
garden
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(n) /ˈɡɑːrdən/
an area of land where plants, flowers, and vegetables are grown
Example: She likes to spend time in her garden.
popular
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(adj) /ˈpɑːpjələr/
liked or admired by many people
Example: The new restaurant is very popular in town.
glasshouse
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(n) /ˈɡlæsˌhaʊs/
a building made of glass for growing plants
Example: The plants in the glasshouse grow well.
hidden
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(adj) /ˈhɪd.ən/
not able to be seen; concealed
Example: The cat is hidden under the table.
successful
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(adj) /succeed/
having achieved a desired aim or result
Example: The team felt successful after winning the competition.
introduce
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(v) /ˌɪntrəˈduːs/
to make someone known to another person
Example: I want to introduce my friend to you.
exciting
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(adj) /ɪkˈsaɪtɪŋ/
causing great interest or excitement
Example: The movie was very exciting and kept everyone on the edge of their seats.
development
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(n) /dɪˈvɛləpmənt/
the process of growing or improving
Example: The development of the new playground is exciting.
facility
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(n) /fəˈsɪlɪti/
a place or building made for a specific activity
Example: The school has a new sports facility.
entrance
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(n) /ˈɛntrəns/
a way to enter a place
Example: The entrance to the park is on the left.
irrespective
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(adj) /ˌɪr.ɪˈspɛk.tɪv/
without considering something
Example: You can join the club irrespective of your skills.
relax
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(v) /rɪˈlæks/
to make or become less tense or anxious
Example: He likes to relax in the evening after work.
repair
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(v) /rɪˈpɛr/
to fix something that is broken
Example: They need to repair the broken window.
damage
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(n) /ˈdæmɪdʒ/
harm or injury to something
Example: The storm caused a lot of damage to the buildings.
replace
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(v) /rɪˈpleɪs/
to take the place of something or someone
Example: They need to replace the broken window.
support
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(v) /səˈpɔrt/
to help someone or something by providing what they need
Example: I support my friend when she needs help.
collection
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(n) /kəˈlɛkʃən/
a group of things that are collected together
Example: She has a collection of stamps from around the world.
expensive
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(adj) /ɪkˈspɛnsɪv/
costing a lot of money
Example: The new phone is too expensive for me.
extend
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(v) /ɪkˈstɛnd/
to make something longer or larger
Example: I want to extend my stay at the hotel.
grateful
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(adj) /ˈɡreɪt.fəl/
feeling or showing thanks
Example: She was grateful for the help she received.