IELTS Vocabulary

#221

parallel

Adjective

Example sentences

1. The two roads run parallel to each other.
2. The stories develop in parallel.
3. Draw two parallel lines on the paper.

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#222

parameter

Noun

Example sentences

1. The project must stay within these parameters.
2. The scientist changed one parameter in the test.
3. Cost is an important parameter in the decision.

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#223

phase

Noun

Example sentences

1. The project has entered its final phase.
2. Children go through different phases as they grow.
3. The first phase of training lasts two weeks.

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#224

predict

Verb

Example sentences

1. Experts predict more rain tomorrow.
2. It is difficult to predict the final result.
3. The model can predict future changes.

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#225

principal

Adjective

Example sentences

1. The principal welcomed the new students.
2. The principal reason for the delay was bad weather.
3. Safety is our principal concern.

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#226

prior

Adjective

Example sentences

1. You need prior experience for this job.
2. Please call us prior to your visit.
3. The decision was made without prior notice.

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#227

professional

Adjective

Example sentences

1. She gave a professional presentation.
2. You should seek professional advice.
3. He behaved in a calm and professional way.

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#228

project

Noun

Example sentences

1. Our class is working on a science project.
2. The new road project will take two years.
3. The company projects higher sales next month.

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#229

promote

Verb

Example sentences

1. The campaign promotes healthy eating.
2. She was promoted to team leader.
3. The website helps promote local businesses.

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#230

regime

Noun

Example sentences

1. The country changed its political regime.
2. The doctor suggested a strict exercise regime.
3. The new tax regime affects small companies.

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#231

resolve

Verb

Example sentences

1. We need to resolve this problem quickly.
2. The two sides resolved their disagreement.
3. The issue was resolved after a short meeting.

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#232

retain

Verb

Example sentences

1. The company wants to retain skilled workers.
2. This bottle can retain heat for hours.
3. She retained a copy of the document.

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#233

series

Noun

Example sentences

1. I watched a new television series.
2. The teacher asked a series of questions.
3. The town held a series of public meetings.

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#234

statistic

Noun

Example sentences

1. This statistic shows a rise in unemployment.
2. The report includes several useful statistics.
3. One statistic alone cannot explain the whole problem.

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#235

status

Noun

Example sentences

1. You can check your application status online.
2. The company has a high status in the industry.
3. Her health status improved after treatment.

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#236

stress

Noun

Example sentences

1. Too much stress can affect your sleep.
2. The teacher stressed the importance of practice.
3. Exercise helps me manage stress.

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#237

subsequent

Adjective

Example sentences

1. The first test failed, but subsequent tests succeeded.
2. She explained the decision in a subsequent meeting.
3. The accident and subsequent delay made us late.

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#238

sum

Noun

Example sentences

1. The total sum was one hundred dollars.
2. Can you sum up the main points?
3. The sum of five and three is eight.

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#239

summary

Noun

Example sentences

1. Write a short summary of the article.
2. The report begins with an executive summary.
3. Her summary included all the main ideas.

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#240

undertake

Verb

Example sentences

1. The company will undertake the repair work.
2. She undertook a difficult research project.
3. We cannot undertake this task without more staff.

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