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feature of the city
Meaning: Something that is a well-known or important part of a place.
Example: Minster Park has been a feature of the city for over a century.
take possession of
Meaning: To gain legal ownership or control of something.
Example: The City Council took possession of the park land 20 years after it was first planted.
change its mind
Meaning: To alter a decision or opinion previously held.
Example: The Council changed its mind about selling the park land after petitions and demonstrations.
dug up
Meaning: To break the ground surface and remove soil, often for planting or construction.
Example: During the First World War, most of the park was dug up and planted with vegetables.
petition
IPA: /pəˈtɪʃ.ən/ (UK & US)
Meaning: A formal written request signed by many people to appeal for change.
Meaning: A formal written request signed by many people to appeal for change.
Example: Dianne Gosforth organised petitions to prevent the park from being sold for housing.
demonstration
IPA: /ˌdem.ənˈstreɪ.ʃən/ (UK & US)
Meaning: A public protest or gathering to express opposition or support for something.
Meaning: A public protest or gathering to express opposition or support for something.
Example: Local people held demonstrations to keep Minster Park as public land.
maze
IPA: /meɪz/ (UK & US)
Meaning: A complex network of paths designed to confuse or entertain people.
Meaning: A complex network of paths designed to confuse or entertain people.
Example: A new maze with circular paths and low hedges was added near the West Gate.
fitness area
IPA: /ˈfɪt.nəs ˈeə.ri.ə/ (UK & US)
Meaning: A designated space with equipment or facilities for exercise and physical training.
Meaning: A designated space with equipment or facilities for exercise and physical training.
Example: A new fitness area was built next to the Lily Pond for visitors to exercise.
Other Listening Exercises
Cambridge 15 Listening Test 2 - Section 2
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