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year on year
Meaning: Used to describe how something changes or develops each year compared to the previous one.
Example: Sales have increased year on year since the company launched its new product.
no sign of
Meaning: Indicates that something is not happening or not likely to happen.
Example: There is no sign of improvement in the weather conditions.
take part in
Meaning: To join or participate in an activity or event.
Example: Students were encouraged to take part in the school debate competition.
the main draw
Meaning: The most attractive or appealing feature of something.
Example: The main draw of the festival is the live music performances.
focus on
Meaning: To concentrate attention or effort on something specific.
Example: The teacher asked the students to focus on their pronunciation.
from the start
Meaning: Since the beginning of an activity or process.
Example: She has been part of the project from the start.
competitive
IPA: /kəmˈpɛt̬ɪtɪv/
Meaning: Relating to competition; involving rivalry between businesses or individuals.
Meaning: Relating to competition; involving rivalry between businesses or individuals.
Example: The travel industry is highly competitive, with many companies offering similar packages.
noticeable
IPA: /ˈnoʊ.t̬ɪ.sə.bəl/
Meaning: Easy to see or recognize; significant enough to attract attention.
Meaning: Easy to see or recognize; significant enough to attract attention.
Example: There has been a noticeable improvement in customer satisfaction this year.
specialized
IPA: /ˈspeʃ.ə.laɪzd/
Meaning: Designed for a particular purpose or area of knowledge.
Meaning: Designed for a particular purpose or area of knowledge.
Example: The company offers specialized holidays focusing on art and cooking.
emphasis
IPA: /ˈem.fə.sɪs/
Meaning: Special importance or attention given to something.
Meaning: Special importance or attention given to something.
Example: The course places strong emphasis on practical skills.
consultation
IPA: /ˌkɑːn.səlˈteɪ.ʃən/
Meaning: A meeting to discuss something or get professional advice.
Meaning: A meeting to discuss something or get professional advice.
Example: Clients begin the fitness program with a consultation with a trainer.
preferable
IPA: /ˈprefrəbl/
Meaning: More desirable or suitable than something else.
Meaning: More desirable or suitable than something else.
Example: Exercising on the beach is preferable to working out in a gym.
tailored
IPA: /ˈteɪ.lɚd/
Meaning: Adapted or designed for a specific purpose or need.
Meaning: Adapted or designed for a specific purpose or need.
Example: The company offers a tailored biking holiday for families.
Other Listening Exercises
Cambridge 12 Listening Test 3 - Section 2
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