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wipe out
Meaning: To clean the inside surface of something quickly.
Example: I wipe the microwave out regularly, so no need for that.
bear in mind
Meaning: To remember or consider something.
Example: I don’t have allergies, but I’ll bear it in mind.
put someone in touch
Meaning: To connect someone with a useful contact.
Example: We can put you in touch with a reliable plumber.
pick up problems
Meaning: To notice issues so they can be fixed.
Example: Reviews help us pick up any problems straight away.
go ahead
Meaning: To proceed with a plan or decision.
Example: Right, so I’d like to go ahead and book the service.
domestic cleaning
IPA (UK): /dəˈmes.tɪk ˈkliː.nɪŋ/
IPA (US): /dəˈmes.tɪk ˈkliː.nɪŋ/
Meaning: Cleaning services provided in private homes.
Meaning: Cleaning services provided in private homes.
Example: Do you do domestic cleaning for apartments?
pressure washer
IPA (UK): /ˈpreʃ.ər ˌwɒʃ.ər/
IPA (US): /ˈpreʃ.ɚ ˌwɑːʃ.ɚ/
Meaning: A machine that sprays water at high pressure for cleaning.
Meaning: A machine that sprays water at high pressure for cleaning.
Example: We can use a pressure washer to clean your balcony.
allergies
IPA (UK): /ˈæl.ə.dʒiːz/
IPA (US): /ˈæl.ɚ.dʒiːz/
Meaning: Conditions where the body reacts to dust, food, or other triggers.
Meaning: Conditions where the body reacts to dust, food, or other triggers.
Example: The special vacuum system helps people with allergies.
security check
IPA (UK): /sɪˈkjʊə.rə.ti tʃek/
IPA (US): /sɪˈkjʊr.ə.t̬i tʃek/
Meaning: A background investigation to ensure someone has no criminal record.
Meaning: A background investigation to ensure someone has no criminal record.
Example: All cleaners undergo a police security check.
references
IPA (UK): /ˈref.ər.ənsɪz/
IPA (US): /ˈref.ɚ.ənsɪz/
Meaning: Written statements confirming someone’s reliability or experience.
Meaning: Written statements confirming someone’s reliability or experience.
Example: Applicants must provide references before training.
Other Listening Exercises
Cambridge 17 Listening Test 4 - Section 1
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