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Suggested terms: Joe
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talk (something) over
Meaning: To discuss something carefully in order to make a decision or solve a problem.
Example: Joe wanted to talk over his responsibilities with his supervisor.
up to it
Meaning: To be capable of handling or performing a task.
Example: Joe felt the band wasn’t really up to performing at the carnival yet.
you can say that again
Meaning: Used to strongly agree with someone’s statement.
Example: Lizzie said the trumpeter was a nightmare, and Joe replied, “You can say that again.”
rush off
Meaning: To leave quickly, often without interacting or engaging with others.
Example: One percussionist always rushed off immediately after rehearsals.
after-dinner speech
IPA: /ˌɑːf.təˈdɪn.ər spiːtʃ/ (UK), /ˌæf.tɚˈdɪn.ɚ spiːtʃ/ (US)
Meaning: A short, often entertaining talk given after a formal meal.
Meaning: A short, often entertaining talk given after a formal meal.
Example: Joe played an inspiring after-dinner speech by a drummer to motivate the students.
plausible
IPA: /ˈplɔː.zə.bəl/ (UK), /ˈplɑː.zə.bəl/ (US)
Meaning: Seeming reasonable or believable, though not necessarily true.
Meaning: Seeming reasonable or believable, though not necessarily true.
Example: The flautist always gave plausible excuses for missing rehearsals.
incentive
IPA: /ɪnˈsen.tɪv/ (UK), /ɪnˈsen.tɪv/ (US)
Meaning: Something that motivates or encourages someone to do something.
Meaning: Something that motivates or encourages someone to do something.
Example: Entering the regional competition could be an incentive for the band to improve.
determination
IPA: /dɪˌtɜː.mɪˈneɪ.ʃən/ (UK), /dɪˌtɝː.mɪˈneɪ.ʃən/ (US)
Meaning: Firmness of purpose; the quality of being resolute.
Meaning: Firmness of purpose; the quality of being resolute.
Example: The trombonist showed determination by continuing despite his breathing difficulties.
Other Listening Exercises
Cambridge 14 Listening Test 3 - Section 3
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