IELTS Vocabulary

#141

emphasis

Noun

Example sentences

1. The course places emphasis on speaking skills.
2. She repeated the word with strong emphasis.
3. There is too much emphasis on exam results.

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#142

ensure

Verb

Example sentences

1. Please check the door to ensure it is locked.
2. The rules ensure fair treatment for everyone.
3. We must ensure that all students are safe.

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#143

exclude

Verb

Example sentences

1. The price excludes delivery costs.
2. Do not exclude anyone from the discussion.
3. The study excluded children under twelve.

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#144

framework

Noun

Example sentences

1. The law provides a framework for action.
2. We developed a simple framework for the project.
3. The building has a strong metal framework.

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#145

fund

Verb

Example sentences

1. The government will fund the new hospital.
2. They created a fund to help poor families.
3. The project is funded by several charities.

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#146

illustrate

Verb

Example sentences

1. This example illustrates the main point.
2. The book is illustrated with colourful pictures.
3. The chart illustrates changes in population.

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#147

immigrate

Verb

Example sentences

1. Her family immigrated to Canada in 2010.
2. Many people immigrate in search of work.
3. He plans to immigrate after finishing university.

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#148

imply

Verb

Example sentences

1. His words imply that he disagrees.
2. A smile does not always imply happiness.
3. The report implies that more action is needed.

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#149

initial

Adjective

Example sentences

1. My initial reaction was surprise.
2. The initial meeting lasted one hour.
3. Please write your initials at the bottom of the page.

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#150

instance

Noun

Example sentences

1. This is one instance of unfair treatment.
2. For instance, you can walk instead of driving.
3. The police recorded every instance of damage.

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#151

interact

Verb

Example sentences

1. Children learn by interacting with others.
2. The teacher encouraged students to interact in English.
3. These two chemicals can interact dangerously.

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#152

justify

Verb

Example sentences

1. Can you justify your decision?
2. The results do not justify the high cost.
3. He tried to justify arriving late.

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#153

layer

Noun

Example sentences

1. Put a thin layer of paint on the wall.
2. The cake has three layers.
3. Warm air forms a layer above the ground.

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#154

link

Noun

Example sentences

1. There is a clear link between sleep and health.
2. Click the link to open the page.
3. The new bridge links the two towns.

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#155

locate

Verb

Example sentences

1. We could not locate the missing file.
2. The hotel is located near the airport.
3. The map helped us locate the village.

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#156

maximise

Verb

Example sentences

1. We need to maximise the use of our time.
2. The company wants to maximise its profits.
3. Open the windows to maximise natural light.

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#157

minor

Adjective

Example sentences

1. The car had only minor damage.
2. She made a few minor changes to the report.
3. He received treatment for a minor injury.

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#158

negate

Verb

Example sentences

1. One mistake does not negate all your hard work.
2. The new evidence may negate his earlier claim.
3. High costs could negate the benefits of the plan.

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#159

outcome

Noun

Example sentences

1. We were pleased with the outcome of the meeting.
2. The final outcome depends on several factors.
3. No one could predict the outcome of the game.

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#160

partner

Noun

Example sentences

1. She started the business with a partner.
2. The school partnered with a local charity.
3. Choose a partner for the speaking activity.

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