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Cambridge IELTS 16 Academic Listening Test 3 Part 1
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cycle
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(n) /ˈsaɪ.kəl/
a series of events that happen in the same order repeatedly
Example: Each season shows the cycle of nature.
vacation
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(n) /vəˈkeɪʃən/
a period of time when someone does not work and can rest or travel
Example: I always look forward to my vacation in the summer.
instructor
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(n) /ɪnˈstrʌk.tər/
a person who teaches something
Example: The instructor helps the kids learn to ride bikes.
supervisor
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(n) /ˈsuːpərvaɪzər/
a person who oversees or manages a group of workers
Example: The supervisor helped the workers finish their tasks.
submit
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(v) /səbˈmɪt/
to give a document, proposal, or piece of work to someone for them to consider or approve
Example: You need to submit your homework by Friday.
reference
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(n) /ˈrɛfərəns/
a statement about someone's skills or character
Example: You need a reference to apply for the job.
babysitter
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(n) /ˈbeɪbiˌsɪtər/
a person who takes care of children while their parents are away
Example: The babysitter came to watch the kids while the parents went to dinner.
well-being
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(n) /ˈwɛlˌbiɪŋ/
the state of being happy and healthy
Example: The school cares for the well-being of all its students.
limit
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(n) /ˈlɪmɪt/
the largest amount allowed
Example: There is a limit on the number of students in the class.
waterproof
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(adj) /ˈwɔtərˌpruf/
not allowing water to pass through
Example: I bought a waterproof jacket for the rainy day.
medication
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(n) /ˌmɛdɪˈkeɪʃən/
a substance used to treat an illness
Example: She takes her medication every morning.
aim
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(v) /eɪm/
to intend to do something
Example: I aim to finish my homework on time.
additional
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(adj) /əˈdɪʃ.ən.əl/
extra or more than what is usual
Example: We need the additional time for the activity.
adjust
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(v) /əˈdʒʌst/
to change something slightly to make it better or more suitable
Example: He needs to adjust his helmet before riding.
tent
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(n) /tɛnt/
a shelter made of cloth, usually supported by poles
Example: We set up the tent in the backyard.
filling
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(v) /ˈfɪlɪŋ/
the act of making something full or taking up space
Example: The places are filling up quite quickly.