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make a note of
Meaning: To write down or record something important for future reference.
Example: She made a note of the meeting time in her diary.
cover the cost
Meaning: To pay for something, usually from available funds or revenue.
Example: Ticket sales should cover the cost of the concert venue.
sort that out
Meaning: To deal with or resolve a problem or arrangement.
Example: Don’t worry about the schedule, I’ll sort that out with the manager.
fiddles about with
Meaning: To tamper with or handle something carelessly or unnecessarily.
Example: He kept fiddling about with the radio until it broke.
cuts in
Meaning: When a machine or system automatically starts operating.
Example: The generator cuts in when the power supply fails.
left in good condition
Meaning: To ensure something remains clean, tidy, and undamaged after use.
Example: Please leave the apartment in good condition when you move out.
take them down
Meaning: To remove decorations or items that were put up.
Example: We took down the Christmas lights after the holidays.
stack up neatly
Meaning: To arrange items in an orderly pile or group.
Example: The chairs were stacked up neatly at the back of the hall.
deposit
IPA: /dɪˈpɒz.ɪt/ (UK), /dɪˈpɑː.zɪt/ (US)
Meaning: A sum of money paid in advance as security, often refundable if no damage occurs.
Meaning: A sum of money paid in advance as security, often refundable if no damage occurs.
Example: A £250 deposit must be paid in cash before hiring the hall.
caretaker
IPA: /ˈkeə.teɪ.kər/ (UK), /ˈkerˌteɪ.kɚ/ (US)
Meaning: A person responsible for maintaining and managing a building or property.
Meaning: A person responsible for maintaining and managing a building or property.
Example: The caretaker, Mr Evans, will arrange entry and provide microphones for the event.
premises
IPA: /ˈprem.ɪsɪz/ (UK & US)
Meaning: A building and its surrounding property, often used for business or events.
Meaning: A building and its surrounding property, often used for business or events.
Example: The premises must be left clean and tidy after the charity dinner.
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Cambridge 11 Listening Test 1 - Section 1
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