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came from you
Meaning: Originated as an idea or suggestion from the public or another source.
Example: The proposal for the new park came from you, the local residents.
just in case
Meaning: As a precaution; to be prepared for a possible situation.
Example: Take an umbrella, just in case it rains later.
on schedule
Meaning: Happening or planned to happen at the expected time.
Example: The construction project is on schedule to finish next month.
make a date
Meaning: To arrange or commit to attending an event at a specific time.
Example: Let’s make a date to meet at the museum opening.
consultation exercise
IPA: /ˌkɒn.sʌlˈteɪ.ʃən ˈek.sə.saɪz/
Meaning: A formal process of seeking opinions or feedback from the public or stakeholders.
Meaning: A formal process of seeking opinions or feedback from the public or stakeholders.
Example: The city council held a consultation exercise before approving the new development.
renowned
IPA: /rɪˈnaʊnd/
Meaning: Famous and respected for a particular skill or achievement.
Meaning: Famous and respected for a particular skill or achievement.
Example: She is a renowned architect known for her innovative designs.
deceptive
IPA: /dɪˈsep.tɪv/
Meaning: Giving a false impression; misleading in appearance.
Meaning: Giving a false impression; misleading in appearance.
Example: The design looks small but is deceptive, as it can hold many visitors.
capacity
IPA: /kəˈpæs.ə.ti/
Meaning: The maximum number or amount that something can contain or handle.
Meaning: The maximum number or amount that something can contain or handle.
Example: The stadium has a seating capacity of 50,000 people.
testimony
IPA: /ˈtes.tə.moʊ.ni/
Meaning: Evidence or proof of something, often showing quality or achievement.
Meaning: Evidence or proof of something, often showing quality or achievement.
Example: The project’s success is a testimony to the hard work of the contractors.
amenity
IPA: /əˈmiː.nə.ti/
Meaning: A feature or facility that makes a place more pleasant or useful.
Meaning: A feature or facility that makes a place more pleasant or useful.
Example: The new playground is a valuable amenity for families in the city.
rigorous
IPA: /ˈrɪɡ.ər.əs/
Meaning: Very thorough, strict, or demanding; ensuring accuracy and discipline.
Meaning: Very thorough, strict, or demanding; ensuring accuracy and discipline.
Example: The design went through rigorous checks to ensure safety and capacity.
magnificent
IPA: /mæɡˈnɪf.ɪ.sənt/
Meaning: Extremely beautiful, impressive, or grand.
Meaning: Extremely beautiful, impressive, or grand.
Example: The playground is a magnificent new amenity in the heart of the city.
mosaics
IPA: /moʊˈzeɪ.ɪks/
Meaning: Decorative art made by arranging small pieces of colored stone, glass, or tile.
Meaning: Decorative art made by arranging small pieces of colored stone, glass, or tile.
Example: The African section of the playground features beautiful mosaics representing great rivers.
medieval
IPA: /ˌmed.iˈiː.vəl/
Meaning: Relating to the Middle Ages (roughly 5th to 15th century), often associated with castles and fortifications.
Meaning: Relating to the Middle Ages (roughly 5th to 15th century), often associated with castles and fortifications.
Example: The European section of the playground includes medieval castles and fortifications.
Other Listening Exercises
Cambridge 10 Listening Test 2 - Section 2
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