Shadowing Practice: 200 Listen & Repeat Sentences - TOEFL 2026 Speaking Practice | English Shadowing - Learn English Speaking with Video
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Welcome to 200 English Shadowing Sentences, specially for TOEFL 2026.
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Speaking, listen and repeat.
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Before we start, please take a quick moment to like this video and subscribe to our channel for more daily practice. Are you ready?
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Let's begin.
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Listen carefully to the audio and repeat each sentence out loud.
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The main library will be closed next Monday.
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The main library will be closed next Monday.
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You can return your books at the outdoor drop box.
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You can return your books at the outdoor drop box.
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Please submit your history essay by Friday.
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Please submit your history essay by Friday.
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Late assignments will not be accepted.
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Late assignments will not be accepted.
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The student ID cards are ready for pickup.
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The student ID cards are ready for pickup.
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Bring your passport when you come to the office.
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Bring your passport when you come to the office.
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The campus shuttle runs every 20 minutes.
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The campus shuttle runs every 20 minutes.
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It stops at the library in the science building.
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It stops at the library in the science building.
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Registration for next semester opens tomorrow.
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Registration for next semester opens tomorrow.
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You must meet with your advisor before registering.
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You must meet with your advisor before registering.
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The dining hall is serving breakfast until 10.
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The dining hall is serving breakfast until 10.
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Today they are offering pancakes and coffee.
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Today they are offering pancakes and coffee.
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The computer lab on the second floor is now open.
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The computer lab on the second floor is now open.
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You need your student password to log in.
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You need your student password to log in.
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Professor Smith has moved her office to room 3.
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Professor Smith has moved her office to room 3.
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Her office hours are on Tuesday afternoons.
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Her office hours are on Tuesday afternoons.
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The gym is closed for maintenance this weekend.
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The gym is closed for maintenance this weekend.
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It will reopen on Monday morning at 6.
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It will reopen on Monday morning at 6.
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You can find the syllabus on the course website.
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You can find the syllabus on the course website.
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Please read Chapter 1 before the next lecture.
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Please read Chapter 1 before the next lecture.
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The parking lot is full before 8 in the morning.
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The parking lot is full before 8 in the morning.
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You should take the bus to campus today.
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You should take the bus to campus today.
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The final exam will be held in the main auditorium.
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The final exam will be held in the main auditorium.
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Make sure to bring your student ID and a pencil.
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Make sure to bring your student ID and a pencil.
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The Career Center is offering resume workshops this week.
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The Career Center is offering resume workshops this week.
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You can sign up for a session online.
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You can sign up for a session online.
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The campus bookstore is having a sale on textbooks.
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The campus bookstore is having a sale on textbooks.
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You can get 20 % off used books.
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You can get 20 % off used books.
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The biology lecture has been moved to room 4.
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The biology lecture has been moved to room 4.
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The time remains the same at 2 o 'clock.
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The time remains the same at 2 o 'clock.
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Students can borrow laptops from the front desk.
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Students can borrow laptops from the front desk.
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You must return them by the end of the day.
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You must return them by the end of the day.
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The art exhibition opens in the Student Union tonight.
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The art exhibition opens in the Student Union tonight.
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It features paintings by senior students.
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Thank you.
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It features paintings by senior students.
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The health center is located near the dormitories.
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The health center is located near the dormitories.
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You need an appointment to see a doctor.
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You need an appointment to see a doctor.
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The cafeteria is out of coffee this morning.
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The cafeteria is out of coffee this morning.
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They will have more supplies by noon.
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They will have more supplies by noon.
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You must print your boarding pass before security.
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You must print your boarding pass before security.
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There is a printer near the check -in counter.
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There is a printer near the check -in counter.
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The music practice rooms are available until midnight.
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The music practice rooms are available until midnight.
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Please book a room through the music department.
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Please book a room through the music department.
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The scholarship applications are due next month.
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The scholarship applications are due next month.
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You can get the forms from the Financial Aid Office.
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You can get the forms from the Financial Aid Office.
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The chemistry lab requires safety goggles at all times.
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The chemistry lab requires safety goggles at all times.
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You can buy them at the campus bookstore.
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You can buy them at the campus bookstore.
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The University Theater is showing a new film tonight.
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Tickets are $5 for students.
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The Wi -Fi password is written on the whiteboard.
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The Wi -Fi password is written on the whiteboard.
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Please do not share it with people outside the class.
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Please do not share it with people outside the class.
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The bus to the airport leaves from Gate 12.
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The bus to the airport leaves from Gate 12.
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Make sure you are there at least 10 minutes early.
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Make sure you are there at least 10 minutes early.
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The professor will not accept emails after 5.
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The professor will not accept emails after 5.
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Please call the department office instead.
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Please call the department office instead.
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The student council is selling tickets for the dance.
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The student council is selling tickets for the dance.
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The event will be held in the main hall.
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The event will be held in the main hall.
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You can extend your book loan online for two weeks.
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You can extend your book loan online for two weeks.
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There is a small fee for late returns.
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There is a small fee for late returns.
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The new science building opens next semester.
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The new science building opens next semester.
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It has state -of -the -art research facilities.
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It has state -of -the -art research facilities.
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The Writing Center helps students with their essays.
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The Writing Center helps students with their essays.
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Tutors are available without an appointment.
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Tutors are available without an appointment.
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The campus tour starts at the visitor center.
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The campus tour starts at the visitor center.
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The campus tour starts at the visitor center.
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It lasts for about 90 minutes.
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It lasts for about 90 minutes.
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The dining plan includes meals at any campus café.
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The dining plan includes meals at any campus café.
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You can check your balance on the student portal.
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You can check your balance on the student portal.
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The math tutoring sessions are held on Thursdays.
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The math tutoring sessions are held on Thursdays.
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They take place in the basement of the library.
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The international student office is on the third floor.
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The International Student Office is on the third floor.
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They can help you with your visa questions.
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They can help you with your visa questions.
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The laundry room is located in the basement.
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The laundry room is located in the basement.
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You need a card to use the machines.
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You need a card to use the machines.
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The lecture will be recorded and posted online.
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The lecture will be recorded and posted online.
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You can watch it later if you miss the class.
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You can watch it later if you miss the class.
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The student newspaper is looking for new writers.
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The student newspaper is looking for new writers.
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You can apply at their office in the union.
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You can apply at their office in the union.
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The campus clinic offers free flu shots this week.
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The campus clinic offers free flu shots this week.
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You do not need an appointment to get one.
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You do not need an appointment to get one.
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The study abroad fair is tomorrow in the quad.
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The study abroad fair is tomorrow in the quad.
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Representatives from 20 universities will be there.
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Representatives from 20 universities will be there
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The elevator to the upper floors is out of order
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The elevator to the upper floors is out of order
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Please use the stairs on the east side of the building.
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Please use the stairs on the east side of the building.
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The psychology department is hosting a guest speaker.
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The psychology department is hosting a guest speaker.
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The talk will begin at 4 in the afternoon.
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The talk will begin at 4 in the afternoon.
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You must show your receipt when you leave the store.
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You must show your receipt when you leave the store.
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The security guard is standing by the exit.
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The security guard is standing by the exit.
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The dorm rules prohibit cooking in the rooms.
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The dorm rules prohibit cooking in the rooms.
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You can use the communal kitchen on the first floor.
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You can use the communal kitchen on the first floor.
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The semester ends on the 15th of December.
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The semester ends on the 15th of December.
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Final grades will be available online a week later.
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Final grades will be available online a week later.
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The volunteer fair is looking for event helpers.
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The volunteer fair is looking for event helpers.
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Sign up at the table near the entrance.
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Sign up at the table near the entrance.
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The coffee shop is giving away free samples today.
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The coffee shop is giving away free samples today.
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They are trying out a new vanilla latte.
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They are trying out a new vanilla latte.
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The exam review session is optional but recommended.
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The exam review session is optional but recommended.
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The teaching assistant will lead the discussion.
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The teaching assistant will lead the discussion.
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The Lost and Found is located at the Information Desk.
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The Lost and Found is located at the Information Desk.
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Someone turned in a blue umbrella this morning.
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Someone turned in a blue umbrella this morning.
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Thank you for completing this listening practice.
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Thank you for completing this listening practice.
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Keep repeating the sentences to improve your score.
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Keep repeating the sentences to improve your score.
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The group project is due next Wednesday.
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The group project is due next Wednesday.
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Each member must present for five minutes.
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Each member must present for five minutes.
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The IT Help Desk is open until 9 tonight.
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The IT Help Desk is open until 9 tonight.
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They can reset your password if you forget it.
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They can reset your password if you forget it.
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Your packages are waiting at the main mailroom.
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Your packages are waiting at the main mailroom.
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Bring your student ID to pick them up you
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Bring your student ID to pick them up.
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You can rent a bike from the recreation center.
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You can rent a bike from the recreation center.
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It costs $2 for the whole day.
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It costs $2 for the whole day.
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Attendance counts for 20 % of your grade.
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Attendance counts for 20 % of your grade.
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Attendance counts for 20 % of your grade.
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Please sign the sheet before you leave the room.
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Please sign the sheet before you leave the room.
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The deadline to drop a class is this Friday.
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The deadline to drop a class is this Friday.
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You will get a full refund if you withdraw now.
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You will get a full refund if you withdraw now.
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We are forming a study group for the biology midterm.
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We are forming a study group for the biology midterm.
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Let me know if you want to join us.
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Let me know if you want to join us.
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Your lab reports must be typed and double -spaced.
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Your lab reports must be typed and double -spaced.
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Do not forget to include your data charts.
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Do not forget to include your data charts.
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You have 50 free pages to print this semester.
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You have 50 free pages to print this semester.
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You can add more funds to your account online.
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You can add more funds to your account online.
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Campus Security offers walking escorts at night.
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Campus Security offers walking escorts at night.
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Just call this number when you leave the library.
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Just call this number when you leave the library.
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The basketball game is this Saturday at 7.
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The basketball game is this Saturday at 7.
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Students get in free with their ID cards.
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Students get in free with their ID cards.
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Graduation tickets are available starting next week.
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Graduation tickets are available starting next week.
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Each student can request up to four guest passes.
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Each student can request up to four guest passes.
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Freshman orientation begins on the 1st of August.
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Freshman orientation begins on the 1st of August.
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You will receive your schedule during the welcome session.
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You will receive your schedule during the welcome session.
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The photography club meets every Thursday evening.
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The photography club meets every Thursday evening.
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We are going to the park to take pictures today.
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We are going to the park to take pictures today.
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There is a guest lecture on climate change tonight.
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There is a guest lecture on climate change tonight.
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It will be held in the main science hall.
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It will be held in the main science hall.
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The International Food Festival is tomorrow at noon.
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The International Food Festival is tomorrow at noon.
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Students are cooking dishes from their home countries.
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Students are cooking dishes from their home countries.
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The Red Cross is hosting a blood drive today.
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The Red Cross is hosting a blood drive today.
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You can donate at the Student Union until 4.
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You can donate at the Student Union until 4.
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You can view your roommate assignment on the housing portal.
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You can view your roommate assignment on the housing portal.
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Please contact them before you move in.
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Please contact them before you move in.
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Quiet hours in the dorm start at 10 at night.
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Quiet hours in the dorm start at 10 at night.
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Please keep your music down during this time.
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Please keep your music down during this time.
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Submit a maintenance request if your heater is broken.
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Submit a maintenance request if your heater is broken.
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The repair team usually comes within 24 hours.
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The repair team usually comes within 24 hours.
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All students must move out by Sunday at noon.
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All students must move out by Sunday at noon.
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You need to return your room keys to the front desk.
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You need to return your room keys to the front desk.
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Parking permits for next semester are now available.
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Parking permits for next semester are now available.
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You can buy them at the transportation office.
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You can buy them at the transportation office.
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Please park your electric scooters in the designated zones.
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Please park your electric scooters in the designated zones.
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Leaving them on the sidewalk will result in a fine.
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Leaving them on the sidewalk will result in a fine.
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The main quad is now a pedestrian -only zone.
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The main quad is now a pedestrian -only zone.
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Bicycles and scooters are not allowed in this area.
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Bicycles and scooters are not allowed in this area.
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The number 4 bus route has been temporarily changed.
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The number 4 bus route has been temporarily changed.
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It will bypass the engineering building until May.
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It will bypass the engineering building until May.
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Professor Davis holds office hours on Wednesday mornings.
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Professor Davis holds office hours on Wednesday mornings.
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You do not need to make an appointment to see him.
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You do not need to make an appointment to see him.
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The grading rubric for the final paper is on the syllabus.
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The grading rubric for the final paper is on the syllabus.
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Make sure you follow all the formatting rules.
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Make sure you follow all the formatting rules.
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Midterm exams will cover chapters 1 through 5.
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Midterm exams will cover chapters 1 through 5.
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You are allowed to bring one cheat sheet.
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You are allowed to bring one cheat sheet.
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Please put all plastic bottles in the blue bins.
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Please put all plastic bottles in the blue bins.
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The green bins are only for paper and cardboard board.
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The green bins are only for paper and cardboard.
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The new meditation room is open on the second floor.
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The new meditation room is open on the second floor.
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It is a quiet space for relaxation and mindfulness.
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It is a quiet space for relaxation and mindfulness.
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The blue emergency phones are located near every parking lot.
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The blue emergency phones are located near every parking lot.
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Press the button to speak directly to campus police.
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Press the button to speak directly to campus police.
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The student council is hosting a movie night on Friday.
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The student council is hosting a movie night on Friday.
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They will be showing a classic comedy in the courtyard.
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They will be showing a classic comedy in the courtyard.
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The annual charity run takes place next weekend.
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The annual charity run takes place next weekend.
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Registration is $20 and includes a free T -shirt.
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Registration is $20 and includes a free T -shirt.
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You need the instructor's signature to add this class.
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You need the instructor's signature to add this class.
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Go to her office after the lecture to get it.
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Go to her office after the lecture to get it.
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The university has a strict policy against plagiarism.
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The university has a strict policy against plagiarism.
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Make sure you cite all your sources correctly.
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Make sure you cite all your sources correctly.
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Free peer tutoring is available for calculus students.
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Free peer tutoring is available for calculus students.
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You can book a slot on the Math Department website.
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You can book a slot on the Math Department website.
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The Language Lab is equipped with new audio software.
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The Language Lab is equipped with new audio software.
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You must take off your shoes before entering.
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You must take off your shoes before entering.
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The information session for study abroad is tonight.
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The information session for study abroad is tonight.
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You can learn about programs in Europe and Asia.
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You can learn about programs in Europe and Asia.
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The alumni networking event is next Thursday evening.
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The alumni networking event is next Thursday evening.
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It is a great chance to meet graduates in your field.
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It is a great chance to meet graduates in your field.
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The library will have extended hours during finals week.
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The library will have extended hours during finals week.
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It will be open 24 hours a day.
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It will be open 24 hours a day.
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You can reserve a group study room for up to four hours.
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You can reserve a group study room for up to four hours.
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Bookings must be made at least two days in advance.
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Bookings must be made at least two days in advance.
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The dining services wants your feedback on the new menu.
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The dining services wants your feedback on the new menu.
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Please fill out the short survey on your phone.
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Please fill out the short survey on your phone.
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If you lose your room key, report it immediately.
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If you lose your room key, report it immediately.
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There is a $50 replacement fee.
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There is a $50 replacement fee.
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All outdoor classes are canceled due to the storm.
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All outdoor classes are canceled due to the storm.
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Please check your email for updates on indoor classes.
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Please check your email for updates on indoor classes.
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The guest speaker for LaTeX Industry will arrive at 2.
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The guest speaker for LaTeX Industry will arrive at 2.
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The lecture will be broadcasted to room 204.
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The lecture will be broadcasted to room 204.
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Bring copies of your resume to the internship fair.
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Bring copies of your resume to the internship fair.
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Many companies will be conducting brief on -site interviews.
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Many companies will be conducting brief on -site interviews.
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The art studio is open to all students on weekends.
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The art studio is open to all students on weekends.
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You must bring your own supplies and sketchbooks.
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You must bring your own supplies and sketchbooks.
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The spring music recital is this Sunday at 3.
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The spring music recital is this Sunday at 3.
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Admission is free, but seating is limited.
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Please complete the course evaluation before the final exam.
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Please complete the course evaluation before the final exam.
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Your feedback helps us improve the curriculum.
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Your feedback helps us improve the curriculum.
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You have completed the easy level listening practice.
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You have completed the easy level listening practice.
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Keep practicing every day to get a high score.
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Keep practicing every day to get a high score.
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Fantastic work!
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You have successfully completed today's TOEFL 2026
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Speaking, Listen and Repeat practice.
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Remember to repeat this episode a few more times to truly master these everyday sentences.
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If you found this shadowing practice helpful, please hit the like button and subscribe to our channel.
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Don't forget to share this video with your study group and we will see you in the next episode.
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Keep up the great work.
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Woordenschat en spreektips bij deze les
Deze spreekles is gebaseerd op de video “200 Listen & Repeat Sentences - TOEFL 2026 Speaking Practice”. Deze video bevat 411 zinnen en 3461 woorden om na te spreken. Het gesproken deel duurt 58:16. 84% van de woorden hoort bij de 3.000 meest gebruikte Engelse woorden; de rest kun je beter vooraf bekijken.
Belangrijke woorden in deze video
15 woorden uit de video die het leren waard zijn, met uitspraak en betekenis:
| Woord | Uitspraak | Betekenis |
|---|---|---|
| lecture zelfstandig naamwoord | /ˈlɛk.t͡ʃə/ | lezing, college |
| semester zelfstandig naamwoord | /sɪˈmɛstɚ/ | semester |
| desk zelfstandig naamwoord | /dɛsk/ | bureau, schrijftafel |
| examination zelfstandig naamwoord | /ɪɡˌzæm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən/ | onderzoek |
| noon zelfstandig naamwoord | /nun/ | middag |
| password zelfstandig naamwoord | /ˈpæs.wɜɹd/ | wachtwoord |
| tutor zelfstandig naamwoord | /ˈtjuːtəː/ | studiebegeleider, mentor |
| sheet zelfstandig naamwoord | /ʃit/ | blad |
| abroad bijwoord | /əˈbɹɔːd/ | in het buitenland, naar het buitenland |
| feedback zelfstandig naamwoord | /ˈfiːdˌbæk/ | terugkoppeling |
| registration zelfstandig naamwoord | /ˌɹɛd͡ʒ.ɪˈstɹeɪ.ʃən/ | registratie |
| submit werkwoord | /səbˈmɪt/ | zich onderwerpen, toegeven |
| essay zelfstandig naamwoord | /ˈɛs.eɪ/ | essay, opstel |
| outdoor bijvoeglijk naamwoord | /aʊtˈdɔː/ | buiten- |
| bin zelfstandig naamwoord | /ˈbɪn/ | vuilnisbak, afvalbak |
Phrasal verbs die je zult horen
| Woord | Uitspraak | Betekenis |
|---|---|---|
| fill out werkwoord | /fɪl ˈaʊt/ | invullen |
| get off werkwoord | van ... afgaan | |
| give away werkwoord | weggeven | |
| take off werkwoord | uittrekken, afzetten | |
| try out werkwoord | uitproberen | |
| keep up werkwoord | bijblijven |
Grammatica in deze video
De structuren die de spreker het meest gebruikt, met de exacte woorden uit de video:
| Structuur | In de video |
|---|---|
| Lijdende vorm be + voltooid deelwoord — het gaat om wat er gebeurt, niet om wie het doet | will be closed · will not be accepted · is closed |
| Present perfect have/has + voltooid deelwoord — iets uit het verleden dat nu nog telt | has moved · has been moved · has been |
| Werkwoord + -ing enjoy, keep, stop… + -ing — werkwoorden die door de -ing-vorm worden gevolgd | Keep repeating · Keep practicing |
| Advies met “should” should + werkwoord — zeggen wat een goed idee is | should take |
Uitspraak om op te letten
- De “th”-klanken: mathematics /mæθ(.ə)ˈmæt.ɪks/, withdraw /wɪðˈdɹɔ/
- De klanken “sh” en “zh”: examination /ɪɡˌzæm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən/, sheet /ʃit/, registration /ˌɹɛd͡ʒ.ɪˈstɹeɪ.ʃən/, shadow /ˈʃædəʊ̯/, exhibition /ɛksɪˈbɪʃən/
- Lange woorden — let op de klemtoon: examination /ɪɡˌzæm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən/, registration /ˌɹɛd͡ʒ.ɪˈstɹeɪ.ʃən/, biology /baɪˈɑ.lə.d͡ʒi/, mathematics /mæθ(.ə)ˈmæt.ɪks/, photography /fəˈtɑ.ɡɹə.fi/
Klanken die Nederlandstaligen lastig vinden:
- Stemhebbende eindmedeklinker — /b/, /d/, /g/, /z/, /v/ niet verscherpen: password /ˈpæs.wɜɹd/, abroad /əˈbɹɔːd/, quad /kwɑd/, package /ˈpæk.ɪd͡ʒ/, arrive /əˈɹaɪv/
- /æ/ — opener dan de Nederlandse “e”: examination /ɪɡˌzæm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən/, password /ˈpæs.wɜɹd/, feedback /ˈfiːdˌbæk/, mathematics /mæθ(.ə)ˈmæt.ɪks/, format /ˈfɔːɹ.mæt/
- /g/ — een harde plofklank, geen Nederlandse “g”: examination /ɪɡˌzæm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən/, photography /fəˈtɑ.ɡɹə.fi/, exit /ˈɛɡzət/, exam /ɪɡˈzæm/, signature /ˈsɪɡ.nə.t͡ʃə/
Zo oefen je met deze video
- Luister de hele video één keer zonder te spreken en noteer de woorden die je niet kent.
- Spreek zin voor zin na op normale snelheid en herhaal elke zin tot je ritme gelijk is aan dat van de spreker.
- Neem jezelf op en vergelijk met het origineel; let daarbij op woorden als lecture, semester, desk.
Wat is de Shadowing-techniek?
Shadowing is een wetenschappelijk onderbouwde taalleermethode die oorspronkelijk is ontwikkeld voor professionele tolkentraining en gepopulariseerd door polyglot Dr. Alexander Arguelles. De methode is eenvoudig maar krachtig: je luistert naar native Engelse audio en herhaalt het onmiddellijk hardop — als een schaduw die de spreker volgt met slechts 1–2 seconden vertraging. In tegenstelling tot passief luisteren of grammaticadrills, dwingt shadowing je hersenen en mondspieren om echte spraakpatronen tegelijkertijd te verwerken en te reproduceren. Onderzoek toont aan dat het de uitspraaknauwkeurigheid, intonatie, ritme, verbonden spraak, luisterbegrip en spreekvaardigheid aanzienlijk verbetert — waardoor het een van de meest effectieve methoden is voor IELTS Speaking-voorbereiding en echte Engelse communicatie.