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Cambridge IELTS 16 Academic Listening Test 4 Part 2
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agenda
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(n) /əˈdʒɛndə/
a list of things to be discussed or done
Example: The meeting had a long agenda to cover.
survey
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(n) /ˈsɜr.veɪ/
a method of getting information from a group of people
Example: The survey helped us learn more about people's opinions.
significant
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(adj) /sɪɡˈnɪfɪkənt/
important or noticeable
Example: A significant number of people came to the event.
commuter
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(n) /kəˈmjuːtə/
a person who travels to work or school regularly
Example: The commuter takes the train every morning.
pedestrian
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(n) /pəˈdɛstrɪən/
a person who is walking, not traveling in a vehicle
Example: The pedestrian walked carefully across the street.
immediate
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(adj) /ɪˈmiːdiət/
happening or done without delay
Example: We need an immediate answer.
budget
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(n) /ˈbʌdʒɪt/
a plan for how to spend money
Example: We need to create a budget for the project.
rumour
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(n) /ˈrumər/
a story or statement that is told but not proven to be true
Example: There was a rumour about a new store opening in town.
confirm
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(v) /kənˈfɜrm/
to state that something is true or to make sure of something
Example: They need to confirm the meeting time.
bend
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(v) /bɛnd/
to shape something by making it curve or angle
Example: I need to bend the wire to fit it into the frame.
level crossing
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(n) /ˈlɛvəl ˈkrɔːsɪŋ/
a place where a road crosses a railway at the same level
Example: Drivers should be careful when approaching the level crossing.
engine
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(n) /ˈɛn.dʒɪn/
a machine that uses fuel to produce movement or power
Example: The engine of the car is very powerful.
fume
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(n) /fjum/
a gas or smoke that is unpleasant to breathe
Example: The car filled the air with fumes.
chain
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(n) /tʃeɪn/
a series of linked metal rings
Example: The bike was secured with a strong chain.
railing
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(n) /ˈreɪlɪŋ/
a horizontal bar or series of bars fixed vertically, used as a barrier or support
Example: The children leaned against the railing to watch the parade.
recreation
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(n) /ˌrɛkriˈeɪʃən/
activities done for enjoyment and fun
Example: They often go to the park for recreation.
proposal
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(n) /prəˈpoʊ.zəl/
a suggestion or plan that is formally offered for consideration
Example: The proposal for the new park was discussed in the meeting.
extend
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(v) /ɪkˈstɛnd/
to make something longer or larger
Example: We want to extend the path for bikes.
attractive
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(adj) /əˈtræktɪv/
pleasing or appealing
Example: The park was very attractive with flowers and trees.
entrance
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(n) /ˈɛntrəns/
a place to enter a building or area
Example: The entrance to the park is very beautiful.
dangerous
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(adj) /ˈdeɪndʒərəs/
likely to cause harm or injury
Example: The road near the bend is dangerous for drivers.
suggest
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(v) /səˈdʒɛst/
to say an idea or plan for someone to think about
Example: I suggest we go to the park for a picnic.
purchase
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(v) /ˈpɜrˌtʃəs/
to buy something
Example: I need to purchase some groceries.
additional
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(adj) /əˈdɪʃ.ən.əl/
more than was already mentioned or known
Example: We need additional help to complete the project.
location
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(n) /loʊˈkeɪʃən/
a place or position
Example: The new location for the playground is by the river.
stray
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(adj/v) /streɪ/
to be lost or to wander away from the correct place
Example: The dog began to stray from the path.
accessible
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(adj) /əkˈsɛsəbl/
easy to reach or use
Example: The playground will be accessible by a footpath.
footpath
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(n) /ˈfʊtˌpæθ/
a path for people to walk on, usually beside a road
Example: The children walked on the footpath to the park.
alongside
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(prep) /əˈlɔŋˌsaɪd/
next to or together with something
Example: The dog walked alongside its owner.
consider
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(v) /kənˈsɪdər/
to think about something carefully
Example: I will consider your suggestion.
pavilion
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(n) /pəˈvɪl.jən/
a building or structure used for a specific purpose, often in a park or garden
Example: The pavilion is a great place to watch the games.
handy
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(adj) /ˈhændi/
easy to use or convenient
Example: I keep a handy tool in my car.
notice board
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(n) /ˈnoʊtɪs bɔrd/
a board where information and messages are displayed
Example: The notice board has updates about community events.
directly
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(adv) /dɪˈrɛktli/
in a straight line or way
Example: The sign is directly in front of the entrance.
vehicle
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(n) /ˈviːɪkəl/
a machine that moves people or things from place to place
Example: The vehicle drove down the street.
pothole
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(n) /ˈpɑːt.hoʊl/
a hole in a road
Example: She drove carefully to avoid hitting the pothole.
address
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(v) /əˈdrɛs/
to speak to someone about something
Example: She will address the issue in the meeting.
reduction
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(n) /rɪˈdʌkʃən/
the act of making something smaller or less
Example: There was a reduction in the number of cars on the road.
cyclist
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(n) /ˈsaɪklɪst/
a person who rides a bicycle
Example: The cyclist wore a bright helmet for safety.
overtake
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(v) /oʊˈvɜrˌteɪk/
to go past someone or something while moving
Example: It is not safe to overtake on a narrow road.
immediate
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(adj) /ɪˈmiːdiət/
happening right away or very soon
Example: We need an immediate solution to the problem.
unfortunately
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(adv) /ʌnˈfɔːr.tʃʊ.nət.li/
used to say that something is disappointing or sad
Example: Unfortunately, it started to rain during the picnic.
put on hold
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(v) /pʊt ɒn hoʊld/
to temporarily stop something or delay it
Example: We have to put on hold the meeting until next week.
budget
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(n) /ˈbʌdʒɪt/
a plan for how to spend money
Example: They need to create a budget for the new project.
confirm
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(v) /kənˈfɜrm/
to state that something is true or to verify it
Example: They need to confirm the meeting time.
department
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(n) /dɪˈpɑrtmənt/
a part of a large organization such as a government or business
Example: The department is responsible for traffic safety.
request
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(n) /rɪˈkwɛst/
an act of asking for something
Example: I made a request for a new book at the library.
breathe
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(v) /briːð/
to take air into the lungs and let it out
Example: It is important to breathe deeply when you are relaxed.
provide
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(v) /prəˈvaɪd/
to give something that is needed
Example: The school will provide lunch for the students.
improvement
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(n) /ɪmˈpruːvmənt/
a change that makes something better
Example: There has been an improvement in the weather today.
pedestrian
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(n) /pəˈdɛstrɪən/
a person who is walking, especially in a city or town
Example: The pedestrian crossed the street safely.
cricket pitch
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(n) /ˈkrɪkɪt pɪtʃ/
a flat area of ground where the game of cricket is played
Example: The cricket pitch was ready for the match.