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Cambridge IELTS 17 Academic Listening Test 3 Part 3
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placement
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(n) /ˈpleɪsmənt/
the act of putting something in a particular place or the state of being placed
Example: She is excited about her placement at the sports event.
venue
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(n) /ˈvɛnju/
a place where events are held
Example: The venue for the wedding was beautifully decorated.
competition
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(n) /ˌkɒmpəˈtɪʃən/
an event where people compete to win
Example: The competition was fun and exciting.
appeal
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(n) /əˈpiːl/
the quality of being attractive or interesting
Example: The idea of working outdoors has a strong appeal.
concern
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(n) /kənˈsɜrn/
something that worries you
Example: Her main concern is the safety of the children.
equipment
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(n) /ɪˈkwɪp.mənt/
the tools or machines needed for a particular activity
Example: The gym has new equipment for exercise.
responsibility
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(n) /rɪˌspɑnsəˈbɪlɪti/
a duty to take care of something or someone
Example: The teacher has a big responsibility for her students.
boundary
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(n) /ˈbaʊndri/
a limit or dividing line
Example: The children played safely within the boundary.
inspect
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(v) /ɪnˈspɛkt/
to look at something closely to check for problems
Example: The teacher will inspect the classroom before the students arrive.
priority
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(n) /praɪˈɔrɪti/
something that is more important than other things
Example: My main priority is to finish my homework.
spectator
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(n) /spɛkˈteɪtər/
a person who watches an event, especially a sports event
Example: The spectators cheered for their favorite team.
volunteer
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(n) /ˌvɒl.ənˈtɪr/
a person who offers to do something without being paid
Example: She decided to be a volunteer at the animal shelter.
interfere
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(v) /ˌɪntərˈfɪr/
to get involved in a situation where you are not wanted or needed
Example: I don't want to interfere with your plans.
scheduling
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(n) /ˈʃɛdʒuːlɪŋ/
the process of arranging times for events
Example: The scheduling for the sports competition is very important.
timetable
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(n) /ˈtaɪmˌteɪbəl/
a plan that shows when events will happen
Example: We have to check the timetable for the train schedule.
alter
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(v) /ˈɔːltər/
to change something
Example: You may have to alter the plan if it rains.
instance
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(n) /ˈɪn.stəns/
an example or case of something
Example: I need an instance to explain my point.
delay
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(n) /dɪˈleɪ/
a situation in which something happens later than expected
Example: The flight had a long delay.
draw
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(v) /drɔ/
to make a picture or a design by marking a surface
Example: I like to draw pictures of animals.
opportunity
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(n) /ˌɑːpərˈtunɪti/
a chance to do something
Example: She has a great opportunity to learn new skills.
develop
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(v) /dɪˈvɛl.əp/
to grow or cause to grow and become more mature, advanced, or elaborate
Example: I want to develop my skills in sports management.
communication
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(n) /kəˌmjunɪˈkeɪʃən/
the act of sharing information or ideas
Example: Good communication is important for teamwork.
persuade
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(v) /pərˈsweɪd/
to convince someone to do or believe something
Example: I want to persuade my friend to join the club.
sponsor
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(n) /ˈspɑːnsər/
a person or organization that gives money to support an event or activity
Example: The sponsor helped pay for the sports competition.
anticipate
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(v) /ænˈtɪsɪˌpeɪt/
to expect that something will happen
Example: I anticipate a lot of fun at the event.
deadline
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(n) /ˈdɛdˌlaɪn/
a specific time by which something must be done
Example: I work better when I have a deadline.
approach
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(v) /əˈproʊtʃ/
to come near to something in distance or time
Example: As the deadline approaches, I need to finish my project.
panic
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(n) /ˈpænɪk/
a sudden feeling of fear or worry
Example: I know I've got to look calm even if I'm in a panic.
pressure
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(n) /ˈprɛʃər/
the force or weight put on something
Example: I feel a lot of pressure when I have many tasks to complete.
multi-tasking
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(n) /ˈmʌlti ˌtæs.kɪŋ/
the ability to handle more than one task at the same time
Example: I am multi-tasking to finish my homework quickly.
creativity
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(n) /ˌkriː.eɪˈtɪv.ɪ.ti/
the ability to produce new ideas or things
Example: Her creativity helps her design beautiful paintings.
client
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(n) /ˈklaɪənt/
a person who uses the services of a professional person or organization
Example: The client wanted a special event for her child.
ultimate
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(adj) /ˈʌltɪmət/
the best or most important
Example: She made the ultimate decision for the project.
refreshment
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(n) /rɪˈfrɛʃmənt/
a light snack or drink
Example: We will have refreshments at the meeting.
democratic
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(adj) /ˌdɛm.əˈkræt.ɪk/
relating to a system of government in which the people have the power to make decisions
Example: Isn't it better to be democratic?
responsibility
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(n) /rɪˌspɑːnˈsɪb.əl.ɪ.ti/
a duty to take care of something or someone
Example: It is her responsibility to finish the project.
networking
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(n) /ˈnɛtˌwɜr.kɪŋ/
the act of meeting people to exchange information and help each other
Example: She enjoyed networking at the conference.
experience
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(n) /ɪkˈspɪr.i.əns/
knowledge or skill gained from doing something
Example: Holly has a lot of experience in event management.
impress
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(v) /ɪmˈprɛs/
to make someone feel admiration or respect
Example: I want to impress my teacher with my project.
ambition
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(n) /æmˈbɪʃ.ən/
a strong desire to achieve something
Example: His ambition is to become a doctor.
kit
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(n) /kɪt/
a set of clothes or equipment used for a specific purpose
Example: The players put on their kit before the game.
snap
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(n) /snæp/
a photo taken quickly
Example: She took a quick snap of her friend at the park.
proud
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(adj) /praʊd/
feeling happy and satisfied about something you have done
Example: The proud parent smiled at their child.
elsewhere
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(adv) /ˈɛlsˌwɛr/
in or to another place
Example: We should look for the lost dog elsewhere.
tougher
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(adj) /ˈtʌfər/
having strength or determination; not easy to deal with
Example: This problem is tougher than I expected.
fresh air
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(n) /frɛʃ ɛr/
air that is clean and fresh, usually outside
Example: I love to breathe in fresh air when I go for a walk.
indoors
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(adv) /ˌɪnˈdɔrz/
inside a building
Example: The cat stays indoors to stay safe.
grounds
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(n) /ɡraʊndz/
the land or area around a building or a place
Example: The children played on the grounds after school.
changing room
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(n) /ˈtʃeɪndʒɪŋ ruːm/
a room where you can change your clothes
Example: I put my clothes in the changing room before the game.
spectator
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(n) /spɛkˈteɪtər/
a person who watches an event, like a sports game
Example: The spectator cheered for their favorite team.
rely
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(v) /rɪˈlaɪ/
to trust someone or something to do what you need or expect
Example: You can rely on your friends for help.
filming
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(n) /ˈfɪlmɪŋ/
the act of recording a movie or video
Example: They are filming a new movie in the park.