Sublist 2

20 words

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   strategynoun/ˈstrætədʒi/

   a plan of action designed to achieve a long-term or overall aim

   “The government announced a new strategy to reduce unemployment.”

2. 2

   concludeverb/kənˈkluːd/

   to decide or judge after considering evidence or information

   “From the data, we can conclude that pollution levels have decreased.”

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   frameworknoun/ˈfreɪmwɜːk/

   a basic structure underlying a system, concept or text used to organise or analyse

   “We need a legal framework to protect consumer rights.”

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   contributeverb/kənˈtrɪbjuːt/

   to give or add something that helps cause or achieve a result

   “Many factors contribute to climate change, including deforestation and fossil fuel use.”

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   alternativenoun / adjective/ɔːlˈtɜːnətɪv/

   another option or choice; something that can be used instead

   “If public transport is unreliable, cycling can be a practical alternative.”

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   obtainverb/əbˈteɪn/

   to get or gain something, especially by effort or as a result

   “We obtained permission from the ethics board before starting the study.”

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   acquireverb/əˈkwaɪə(r)/

   to get or gain something, especially knowledge, skills, or a habit

   “Students acquire language skills fastest when they practise every day.”

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   functionnoun/ˈfʌŋkʃən/

   the purpose or role of something, or what something is used for

   “One function of public parks is to provide green space for residents.”

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   variablenoun / adjective/ˈveəriəbl/

   something that can change or be changed and affect the results of an experiment or situation

   “Researchers controlled for several variables, such as age and income.”

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    resourcenoun/rɪˈzɔːs/

    a supply or source of support, such as money, materials, staff, or information

    “Educational resources were distributed to rural schools.”

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    consequencenoun/ˈkɒnsɪkwəns/

    a result or effect, especially one that is unwelcome or significant

    “One consequence of urbanisation is increased air pollution.”

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    participateverb/pɑːˈtɪsɪpeɪt/

    to take part in or be involved in an activity or event

    “Only students who participate in the experiment will be given full credit.”

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    componentnoun/kəmˈpəʊnənt/

    one of the parts of a machine, system, or whole

    “The battery is a vital component of a smartphone.”

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    categorynoun/ˈkætəɡəri/

    a group or class of things that have shared characteristics

    “Respondents were placed into the category of 'low income' or 'high income'.”

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    sectornoun/ˈsɛktə(r)/

    a distinct part of the economy or society (e.g. an area of industry or service)

    “The public sector provides many essential services like education and healthcare.”

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    illustrateverb/ˈɪləstreɪt/

    to show or explain something clearly, often by giving examples or pictures

    “The lecturer illustrated the theory with several real-life examples.”

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    featurenoun/ˈfiːtʃə(r)/

    a distinctive attribute or aspect of something

    “One important feature of the app is offline access.”

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    previousadj / adv/ˈpriːviəs/

    Existing or occurring before in time; earlier.

    “Previous studies have reported similar findings.”

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    potentialadj / n/pəˈtɛnʃəl/

    Likely to develop or become; latent ability or capacity.

    “The new method shows potential for reducing pollution in cities.”

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    commentverb / noun/ˈkɒment/

    to express an opinion (verb); a short statement expressing an opinion (noun)

    “The teacher commented on the strengths and weaknesses of the essay.”