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boost the immune system
UK/buːst ðə ɪˈmjuːn ˈsɪstəm/US/buːst ði ɪˈmjun ˈsɪstəm/BOOST the IM·mune SYS·tem
to improve the body's immune response so it can fight infections better
Examples
“A balanced diet and enough sleep can help boost the immune system.”
“Some vitamins are claimed to boost the immune system, though evidence varies.”
“Regular moderate exercise is one scientifically supported way to boost the immune system.”
Band 8 sentence
“While supplements may offer short‑term benefits, a consistent healthy lifestyle best boosts the immune system over time.”
Collocations
- help boost the immune system
- temporarily boost immunity
Word family
Common mistakes
increase immune system→boost the immune system
boost immune→boost the immune system
Say it for a higher band
5improve immunity→6strengthen the immune system→7+boost the immune system
Synonyms
strengthen the immune system
Easily confused
strengthen the immune system
“A healthy lifestyle can strengthen the immune system.”
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