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Cambridge IELTS 16 Academic Listening Test 4 Part 3
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scheme
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(n) /skiːm/
a plan or system for doing something
Example: The scheme to recycle more plastic was successful.
organise
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(v) /ˈɔrɡəˌnaɪz/
to arrange or order things in a specific way
Example: We need to organise our study materials before the exam.
convenient
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(adj) /kənˈviːn.jənt/
easy to use or suitable for your needs
Example: The store is in a convenient location.
income
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(n) /ˈɪn.kʌm/
the money that a person or organization earns
Example: His income allows him to buy nice things.
cycling
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(n) /ˈsaɪklɪŋ/
the activity of riding a bicycle
Example: She enjoys cycling in the park.
physical
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(adj) /ˈfɪzɪkəl/
related to the body or matter, not mental
Example: She enjoys physical activities like running and swimming.
emission
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(n) /ɪˈmɪʃən/
the act of sending something out, especially gas or light
Example: The emission from cars can cause air pollution.
pollution
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(n) /pəˈluːʃən/
the dirty or harmful substances in the air, water, or soil
Example: Air pollution can make it hard to breathe.
significant
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(adj) /sɪɡˈnɪfɪkənt/
very important or noticeable
Example: The study showed a significant increase in exercise.
contribution
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(n) /ˌkɒntrɪˈbjuːʃən/
the act of giving something, such as money or help, in order to achieve something
Example: Her contribution helped the project succeed.
impact
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(n) /ˈɪmpækt/
a strong effect or influence on something
Example: The new law will have a big impact on the environment.
recommendation
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(n) /ˌrɛkəmenˈdeɪʃən/
a suggestion or advice about what to do
Example: The teacher gave a recommendation for the best book.
ensure
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(v) /ɪnˈʃʊr/
to make sure of something
Example: We need to ensure everyone understands the plan.
successful
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(adj) /səkˈsɛs.fəl/
having achieved a desired aim or result
Example: The project was successful and met all its goals.
state-of-the-art
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(adj) /ˈsteɪt əv ði ɑrt/
the best or most advanced of its kind
Example: The company provided state-of-the-art technology for the project.
absolutely
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(adv) /ˈæb.səˌluːt.li/
completely and without any doubt
Example: I absolutely love that movie.
necessary
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(adj) /ˈnɛsəsɛri/
needed or required
Example: Water is necessary for all living things.
functional
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(adj) /ˈfʌŋkʃənl/
working or functioning in the intended way
Example: The app needs to be fully functional for users.
invest
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(v) /ɪnˈvɛst/
to put money into something to earn more money or to help it succeed
Example: They decide to invest in new bicycles for the program.
competing
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(v) /kəmˈpiːtɪŋ/
trying to win or be better than others
Example: There are several competing teams in the tournament.
beneficial
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(adj) /ˌbɛnɪˈfɪʃəl/
helpful or good for something
Example: Competition can be beneficial for the market.
manage
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(v) /ˈmæn.ɪdʒ/
to control or be in charge of something
Example: He will manage the team's project.
publicity
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(n) /pʌbˈlɪs.ɪ.ti/
the attention that something gets from the public or media
Example: A good publicity campaign can help more people learn about the project.
campaign
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(n) /kæmˈpeɪn/
an organized effort to achieve a goal
Example: The school started a campaign to raise money for new books.
persuasion
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(n) /pərˈsweɪʒən/
the act of convincing someone to do or believe something
Example: People need a lot of persuasion to stop using their cars.
culture
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(n) /ˈkʌltʃər/
the ideas, customs, and social behavior of a group of people
Example: The culture of that city is very unique.
demand
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(n) /dɪˈmænd/
the need or desire for something
Example: There was a high demand for bike-sharing in the city.
limited
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(adj) /ˈlɪmɪtɪd/
not much; small in amount or extent
Example: The public transport system is quite limited.
underground
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(adj) /ˈʌndərˌɡraʊnd/
located or happening below the surface of the ground
Example: The subway system is mostly underground.
tram
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(n) /træm/
a vehicle that runs on tracks and is used for public transport
Example: The tram goes through the city center.
network
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(n) /ˈnɛt.wɜrk/
a system of connected things or people
Example: She is part of a big network of friends.
factor
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(n) /ˈfæktər/
something that helps to cause a result
Example: The weather can be a factor in our travel plans.
maintain
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(v) /meɪnˈteɪn/
to keep something in good condition or to continue to have something
Example: It is important to maintain the machines for safety.
expand
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(v) /ɪkˈspænd/
to make something larger or increase it
Example: The company plans to expand to new cities next year.
increase
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(v) /ɪnˈkriːs/
to make something larger in amount, number, or size
Example: We need to increase the number of bikes available.
introduce
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(v) /ˌɪntrəˈduːs/
to tell someone about something for the first time
Example: I want to introduce my friend to everyone.
attract
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(v) /əˈtrækt/
to make someone interested in something
Example: The colorful flowers attract many bees.
previously
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(adv) /ˈpriːviəsli/
at a time before the present
Example: There were many cyclists where previously there were hardly any.
launch
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(v) /lɔːnʧ/
to start something, such as a product or service
Example: They plan to launch a new bike-sharing scheme next month.
vision
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(n) /ˈvɪʒ.ən/
the ability to see or imagine something
Example: The artist had a clear vision for the painting.
ambition
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(n) /æmˈbɪʃ.ən/
a strong wish to achieve something
Example: Her ambition is to become a doctor.
instant
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(adj) /ˈɪn.stənt/
happening or done immediately
Example: The coffee was ready for instant enjoyment.
shame
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(n) /ʃeɪm/
a feeling of guilt or embarrassment about something you have done
Example: It's a shame really that they didn't win the match.
research
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(n) /ˈriːsɜːrtʃ/
careful study or investigation into a subject
Example: The students need to conduct research for their project.
convenient
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(adj) /kənˈviːniənt/
easy to use or get
Example: Having a bike nearby is very convenient.
reduce
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(v) /rɪˈdjus/
to make something smaller or less
Example: We need to reduce the number of cars in the city.
discussion
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(n) /dɪsˈkʌʃən/
the act of talking about something with others
Example: We had a discussion about our plans for the weekend.
competition
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(n) /ˌkɒmpəˈtɪʃən/
the act of competing or the rivalry between people, groups, or companies
Example: There is a lot of competition among students for good grades.
publicity
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(n) /pʌbˈlɪsəti/
the state of being known or made known to the public
Example: The company launched a big publicity campaign for its new product.
persuasion
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(n) /pərˈsweɪʒən/
the act of convincing someone to do or believe something
Example: She used her persuasion to get them to join the club.