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Suggested terms: Natalie, Dave
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missed the lecture
Meaning: To be absent from or fail to attend a class or talk.
Example: I missed the lecture yesterday because I was feeling unwell.
talk us through
Meaning: To explain something step by step in detail.
Example: The manager talked us through the new safety procedures.
what a pain
Meaning: An informal way of saying something is very inconvenient or annoying.
Example: It’s what a pain when you forget your password.
bring along
Meaning: To take something or someone with you when you go somewhere.
Example: Don’t forget to bring along your ID card to the exam.
dry and boring
Meaning: Lacking interest, excitement, or appeal.
Example: The textbook was so dry and boring that students struggled to stay awake.
ghost town
Meaning: A place with very few inhabitants, often deserted or abandoned.
Example: After the factory closed, the village became a ghost town.
stick to
Meaning: To follow or obey rules, paths, or guidelines without deviation.
Example: Hikers must stick to the marked trails to protect the environment.
anonymous
IPA: /əˈnɒn.ɪ.məs/ (UK), /əˈnɑː.nə.məs/ (US)
Meaning: Not identified by name; keeping someone’s identity secret.
Meaning: Not identified by name; keeping someone’s identity secret.
Example: Interviewees could choose to remain anonymous in the case study report.
planning permission
IPA: /ˈplæn.ɪŋ pəˌmɪʃ.ən/ (UK & US)
Meaning: Official approval from local authorities to build or alter a structure.
Meaning: Official approval from local authorities to build or alter a structure.
Example: A visitor centre at the castle would require special planning permission due to its historic site.
environmental impact
IPA: /ɪnˌvaɪ.rənˈmen.təl ˈɪm.pækt/ (UK & US)
Meaning: The effect that human activity has on the natural surroundings.
Meaning: The effect that human activity has on the natural surroundings.
Example: The students considered the environmental impact of increased tourism at Horton Castle.
Other Listening Exercises
Cambridge 12 Listening Test 3 - Section 3
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