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straight away
Meaning: Immediately, without delay.
Example: You need to finish the report straight away before the meeting starts.
out of bounds
Meaning: Not allowed; prohibited.
Example: The construction site is out of bounds to the public for safety reasons.
show up
Meaning: To arrive or appear at a place.
Example: She showed up late to the meeting because of traffic.
take it easy
Meaning: To relax and not work too hard.
Example: After a busy week, he decided to take it easy at the weekend.
perishable
IPA: /ˈper.ɪʃ.ə.bəl/ (UK), /ˈper.ɪʃ.ə.bəl/ (US)
Meaning: Likely to decay or go bad quickly, especially food.
Meaning: Likely to decay or go bad quickly, especially food.
Example: Milk and vegetables are perishable goods that must be stored carefully.
hazard
IPA: /ˈhæz.əd/ (UK), /ˈhæz.ɚd/ (US)
Meaning: Something dangerous or risky that can cause harm.
Meaning: Something dangerous or risky that can cause harm.
Example: Wet floors are a safety hazard in the workplace.
regulation
IPA: /ˌreɡ.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən/ (UK), /ˌreɡ.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/ (US)
Meaning: An official rule or law controlling how something is done.
Meaning: An official rule or law controlling how something is done.
Example: Health and safety regulations require workers to wear protective clothing.
overtime
IPA: /ˈəʊ.və.taɪm/ (UK), /ˈoʊ.vɚ.taɪm/ (US)
Meaning: Time worked beyond the normal working hours.
Meaning: Time worked beyond the normal working hours.
Example: Staff can earn extra money by working overtime during busy periods.
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Cambridge 12 Listening Test 1 - Section 2
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