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Natural English word combinations used in academic writing and speaking, especially useful for IELTS and TOEFL.

21 expressions found

come to terms with

To accept a difficult situation.

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a contributing factor

Something that partly causes a result.

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a substantial number of

A large number of something.

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a considerable amount of

A fairly large amount of something.

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a significant proportion of

An important share or part of a whole.

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the vast majority of

Almost all of something.

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the overwhelming majority

The very large majority of a group.

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the root cause

The basic, underlying cause of a problem.

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pose a threat to

To represent a danger to something.

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fulfill a need

To satisfy something that is required.

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satisfy a demand

To provide enough of something to meet what is required.

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set a precedent

To establish an example that will influence future decisions.

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bear the brunt of

To suffer the main negative effects of something.

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shoulder the burden

To take on a difficult responsibility.

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reap the benefits

To enjoy the good results of one's efforts.

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stand the test of time

To remain valid, useful, or popular over a long period.

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the bottom line

The most important point or conclusion.

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a key driver

A major factor that causes something to happen or grow.

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the underlying cause

The basic reason for a problem, which may not be immediately obvious.

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a source of concern

Something that causes worry.

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a matter of debate

A topic that people disagree about and discuss.

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