IELTS 18 Listening T3,4 Flashcards

1
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To mix socially with others

During the party, she loved to s____ with everyone.

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Socialise
/ˈsəʊʃəlaɪz/

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To connect or link with sb or st

He didn’t want to “be a_____ with” that group.

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be associated with
/əˈsəʊʃieɪt/

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3
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the different parts that something is made of;
the way in which the different parts are organized

The c_________ of the essay was very clear.

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Composition
/ˌkɒmpəˈzɪʃən/

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4
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to say that you think sb/st is bad

The government has been c____ for not taking the problem seriously.

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Criticise
/ˈkrɪtɪsaɪz/

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5
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to have an idea that something is probably true or bad without having definite proof

I s_____ that he is hiding something.

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Suspect
/səˈspɛkt/

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6
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Give a brief description or summary of st

The plans were o______ in the meeting.

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Outline
/ˈaʊtlʌɪn/

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7
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used to recommend the action mentioned because you think it may be useful, pleasant, etc.

It’s w____ making an appointment before you go

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Worth
/wɜːθ/

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8
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~ clear, evident

The solution to the problem was o______ to everyone.

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Obvious
/ˈɒbvɪəs/

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9
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~ Light in color or shade

Her face turned p___ when she heard the news.

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Pale
/peɪl/

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10
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Lacking brightness, vividness

The colors of the old painting were d____ and lifeless.

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Dull
/dʌl/

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11
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To step on sth and crush it

The children were warned not to t______ on the flowers.

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Trample
/ˈtræmpl/

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12
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Willing to take risks or try out new methods, ideas, or experiences

She was always an a________ traveler, eager to explore new places.

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Adventurous
/ədˈvɛntʃərəs/

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13
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~ workshop, conference

The professor led a s_____ on modern literature.

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Seminar
/ˈsɛmɪnɑːr/

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14
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A type of cloth or woven fabric

The factory produces various t______ used in clothing.

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Textile
/ˈtɛkstaɪl/

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15
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to make clothes, etc. from wool, cotton

She loves to k___ scarves.

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Knit
/nɪt/

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16
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Hopeful and confident about the future

~ hopeful, positive

He remained o________ despite the challenges.

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Optimistic
/ˌɒptɪˈmɪstɪk/

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17
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saying or doing the same thing many times, so that it becomes boring

The task was r________ and boring.

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Repetitive
/rɪˈpɛtɪtɪv/

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18
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Free time for enjoyment or relaxation

He enjoys spending his l_____ time fishing by the lake.

During the weekends, they enjoy l____ activities like cycling and picnicking.

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Leisure
/ˈlɛʒər/

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19
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Able to be predicted or anticipated

The outcome was f__________ based on the current trends.

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Foreseeable
/fɔːˈsiːəbl/

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20
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Relating to the running of a business, organization, etc.

He handles the a________ tasks of the office.

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Administrative
/ədˌmɪnɪˈstreɪtɪv/

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21
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The action of saying words aloud to be typed, written down, or recorded

The d________ was recorded for accuracy.

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Dictation
/dɪkˈteɪʃən/

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22
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The state or fact of having a duty to deal with something or of having control over someone

Taking care of pets is a big r____________.

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Responsibility
/rɪˌspɒnsɪˈbɪlɪti/

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23
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The length of time for which a person or animal lives or a thing functions

The average human l______ has increased over the decades.

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Lifespan
/ˈlaɪfspæn/

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24
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(of a person) without a job because there is no more work available for you in a company

The company made several positions r________ due to automation.

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Redundant
/rɪˈdʌndənt/

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25
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To start or set in motion

The company will l_____ its new product next month.

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Launch
/lɔːntʃ/

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26
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Overcrowding; blockage

~ traffic jam

“Traffic c________” is a major problem in the city.

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Congestion
/kənˈdʒɛstʃən/

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27
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To deal effectively with something difficult

She finds it hard to c___ with stress.

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Cope
/kəʊp/

cope with st

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28
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to interrupt somebody when they are trying to work, sleep

Loud noises can d______ sleep.

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Disturb
/dɪˈstɜːb/

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29
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~ mature, adult

Only “f____ grown” trees produce fruit.

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Fully grown
/ˈfʊli ɡrəʊn/

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30
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To become smaller, fewer, or less;

~ decrease

The population of the town has been d______ for years.

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Decline
/dɪˈklaɪn/

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31
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Having great influence on sb or st

~ powerful, authoritative

Her research was highly i______ in the field of biology.

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Influential
/ˌɪnflʊˈɛnʃəl/

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32
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A settled way of thinking or feeling about st

His positive a_______ helped him succeed.

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Attitude
/ˈætɪtjuːd/

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33
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Providing satisfaction

Helping others can be a very r________ experience.

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Rewarding
/rɪˈwɔːdɪŋ/

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34
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~ area, part, zone, field

The healthcare s______ is vital to the economy.

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Sector
/ˈsɛktər/

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35
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The effectiveness of productive effort

Improving p________ is crucial for business success.

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Productivity
/ˌprɒdʌkˈtɪvɪti/

36
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A person whose job is to keep or inspect financial accounts

The a________ were busy during tax season.

A

Accountant(s)
/əˈkaʊntənts/

37
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A person employed to assist with domestic or personal tasks, especially for the sick or elderly

The “c____ worker” helped the elderly woman with daily tasks.

A

Care worker
/ˈkɛə ˌwɜːkər/

38
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A person employed by a bank to keep records and undertake routine administrative duties

~ teller, cashier

The “bank c___” processed the deposit quickly.

A

Bank clerk
/bæŋk klɑːrk

39
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“An organization that helps people find work or helps employers find workers.

job center

He contacted an “employment a______” to find a new job.

A

“Employment agency
/ˈeɪdʒənsi/”

40
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“To ask for information about something.

ask, question.

She decided to “i________ about” the opening hours of the library.

A

“Inquire about
/ɪnˈkwaɪər/”

40
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“Experiencing a high level of pressure or anxiety.

pressured, tense.

She performs well even “ ___ stress”.

A

Under stress

40
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“A task or action that one is required to perform.

responsibility, obligation.

It is his d___ to ensure the safety of the team.

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“Duty
/ˈdjuːti/”

41
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An informal way to say “I think” or “I believe”.

think, suppose.

I r____ we’ll need more time to finish.

A

“I reckon
/ˈrɛkən/”

42
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“A job with no fixed end date; a stable, ongoing position.

full-time job, regular job.

He finally found a “p______ job” after months of searching.

A

“Permanent job
/ˈpɜːrmənənt/”

43
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“A building where students live while attending college or university.

dormitory, student hall.

She lives in a “hall of r_____” on campus.

A

A hall of residence (dorm)

44
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“To provide space for something; to adjust or arrange to fit.

house, adapt.

The museum was designed to a________ the new collection.

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“Accommodate
/əˈkɒmədeɪt/”

45
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“A feature within a building’s interior, such as a staircase or a fireplace.

design element, decorative feature.

The “i______ architectural feature” included ornate columns and a vaulted ceiling.

A

“Interior architectural feature
/ɪnˈtɪriər ɑːrkɪˈtɛktʃərəl ˈfiːtʃər/”

46
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“A small room where coats and other belongings can be left.

coatroom

He left his jacket in the c______ before entering the hall.

A

“Cloakroom
/ˈkloʊk/”

47
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“A large backpack typically used for traveling or hiking.

backpack, knapsack.

He packed his r_____ for the weekend trip.

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“Rucksack
/ˈrʌksæk/”

48
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“A device or object used to facilitate learning.

teaching aid, learning material.

The teacher introduced a new “e_______ tool” to help with math lessons.

A

Educational tool

49
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“Capable of being bent or folded without breaking.

collapsible, bendable.

She packed a f_____ chair for the camping trip.

A

“Folding
/ˈfoʊldɪŋ/”

50
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“The ability to make small, precise movements, typically of the fingers and hands.

coordination.

Playing the piano improves “fine m____ skill.

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“Fine motor skill
/ˈmoʊtər/”

51
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“Causing disturbance or problems.

troublesome, unruly.

The child was d_______ in class, making it hard for others to concentrate.

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“Disruptive
/dɪsˈrʌptɪv/”

52
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“To become calm and relaxed.

calm down, relax.

It took a few minutes for the crowd to “s____ down” after the excitement.

He told the kids to “s___ down” before starting the movie.

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“Settle down
/ˈsɛtl daʊn/”

53
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“To focus one’s attention or mental effort on a particular activity.

focus, pay attention.

It’s hard to c_______ when there’s a lot of noise.

A

“Concentrate
/ˈkɒnsəntreɪt/”

54
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“To provide someone with a reason to do something.

inspire, encourage.

Teachers need to m______ students to learn.

A

“Motivate
/ˈmoʊtɪveɪt/”

55
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“Relating to or in the form of words, especially spoken words.

oral, spoken.

She gave a v____ presentation at the meeting.

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“Verbal
/ˈvɜːrbəl/”

56
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“Lacking physical coordination; awkward in movement.

awkward, uncoordinated.

He felt c____ when he accidentally spilled his drink.

A

“Clumsy
/ˈklʌmzi/”

57
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“Strengthening or supporting a particular belief or behavior.

supporting, bolstering.

Positive feedback is important for r_______ good behavior.

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“Reinforcing
/ˌriːɪnˈfɔːrsɪŋ/”

58
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“To reach the most successful point in one’s career.

peak, pinnacle.

She “is at the h____ of” her career as a top executive.

A

“Be at the height of the career

59
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“To be admired or respected very much.

respected, esteemed.

The professor is “very highly r____” in his field.

A

Be very highly regarded

60
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“A person one works with, especially in a professional setting.

coworker, associate.

She asked her c______ to cover her shift.

A

“Colleague
/ˈkɒliːɡ/”

61
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“Used to indicate that you are specifically referring to something.

in relation to, regarding, speaking of

“As far as the budget is c____”, we will have to make some cuts”

A

As far as something is concerned

62
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“person, individual

He was a leading f____ in the field of science.

A

“Figure
/ˈfɪɡjər/”

63
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“The state of being extremely poor.

The organization works to combat p____ in the community.

A

“Poverty
/ˈpɒvərti/”

64
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“The expression of disapproval of sb or st

disapproval

The film received a lot of c_______ from critics.

A

“Criticism
/ˈkrɪtɪˌsɪzəm/”

64
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“A ruler of an empire.

The e_____ ruled over a vast territory.

A

“Emperor
/ˈɛmpərər/”

64
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“To live in a particular place.

live in, inhabit, dwell.

They “r___ in” a quiet neighborhood.

A

“Reside in
/rɪˈzaɪd ɪn/”

64
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“To force someone to leave their country, typically as a punishment.

banish, deport.

The author “was sent into e____” for criticizing the government in his writings.

A

“Send somebody into exile
/ˈɛksaɪl/”

64
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“A group of countries or regions controlled by a single ruler or government.

The Roman e____ spanned much of Europe.

A

“Empire
/ˈɛmpaɪər/”

64
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“A painting or drawing of a person, especially the face.

The artist was famous for his p_______.

A

“Portrait
/ˈpɔːrtrɪt/”

64
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“Movable objects that make a room or building suitable for living or working.

furniture, décor.

She chose modern f_______ for her new apartment.

A

“Furnishings
/ˈfɜːrnɪʃɪŋz/”

65
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“Suffering from a lack of the necessities of life.

disadvantaged, underprivileged.

The charity helps d______ communities in need.

A

“Deprived
/dɪˈpraɪvd/”

65
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“A sheltered place along the coast where boats can be moored safely.

port, dock.

The sailors anchored their boat in the h____.

A

“Harbour
/ˈhɑːrbər/”

66
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“Relating to the inside of something.

inner, inside.

The i_____ structure of the building was crucial to its design.

A

“Internal
/ɪnˈtɜːrnəl/”

67
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“To keep something in good condition or at a certain level.

preserve.

It is important to m_______ your equipment properly.

A

“Maintain
/meɪnˈteɪn/”

68
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“Absolutely necessary or extremely important.

crucial, vital.

Proper nutrition is e_______ for good health.

A

“Essential
/ɪˈsɛnʃəl/”

69
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“A situation characterized by a lot of stress.

demanding, intense.

Working in a “high-p____ environment” can be very challenging.

A

High-pressure environment

70
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“A formal agreement, usually for a fixed period.

agreement

She signed a c_______ for the job.

A

“Contract
/ˈkɒntrækt/”

71
Q

“An increase in the length or duration of something.

The course offers an e____ of six months for students who need extra time.

A

“Extension
/ɪkˈstɛnʃən/”

72
Q

“Suitable or proper in the circumstances.

suitable, fitting.

It’s a_______ to wear formal attire to the event.

A

“Appropriate
/əˈprəʊpriət/”

73
Q

“Used to introduce a contrast or exception.

however, but.

He was tired; t__, he decided to continue working.

A

“Though
/ðoʊ/”

74
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“An event or action used to show how something works.

presentation.

The scientist gave a d_______ of the new technology.

A

“Demonstration
/ˌdɛmənˈstreɪʃən/”

75
Q

“Easily broken or damaged.

delicate, breakable.

The vase is very f___ and needs to be handled carefully.

A

“Fragile
/ˈfrædʒaɪl/”

76
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“A change or difference in condition or quantity.

difference

There was a noticeable v_____ in the results of the experiment.

A

“Variation
/ˌvɛəriˈeɪʃən/”