noun phrase · academic
engine idling
UK/ˈɛndʒɪn ˈaɪdəlɪŋ/US/ˈɛndʒən ˈaɪdəlɪŋ/EN·GIN I·DLING
the situation when a vehicle's engine runs while the vehicle is stationary
Examples
“School zones often ban engine idling to protect children from air pollution.”
“Reducing engine idling can cut local emissions and save fuel.”
“Drivers were fined for unnecessary engine idling outside the hospital.”
Band 8 sentence
“Local authorities should introduce clear anti-idling regulations, especially around schools and hospitals, to cut pollution and protect public health.”
Collocations
- reduce engine idling
- limit engine idling
- engine idling regulations
Word family
Common mistakes
idle engine→engine idling
engine on idle→engine idling
Say it for a higher band
5engine running→6car idling→7+engine idling
Synonyms
vehicle idling
Easily confused
vehicle emissions
“Vehicle emissions are a major public health concern in many cities.”
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