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alcohol /ˈælkəˌhɑl/

avoid drinking alcoholEasy to avoid drinking alcohol, meaning to stay clear from; keep away from; keep out of the way of someone or something
alcohol-free company receptionMedium a collocation phrase: alcohol-free company reception
blood alcohol content testingHard to blood alcohol content testing, meaning to smear with blood, as in a hunting initiation rite, where the face of a person is smeared with the blood of the kill
alcohol dependency intervention programsVery Hard describing alcohol dependency intervention programs (a liquor or brew containing alcohol as the active agent)

appetizer /ˈæpəˌtaɪzɚ/

order an appetizerEasy to order an appetizer, meaning to give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority
complimentary appetizer servedMedium describing complimentary appetizer served (conveying or resembling a compliment)
appetizer selection on banquet menusHard describing appetizer selection on banquet menus (food or drink to stimulate the appetite (usually served before a meal or as the first course))
tantalizing gourmet appetizer platterVery Hard to tantalizing gourmet appetizer platter, meaning to harass with persistent criticism or carping

apple /ˈæpəl/

eat a fresh appleEasy to eat a fresh apple, meaning to take in solid food
apple orchard production outputMedium describing apple orchard production output (fruit with red or yellow or green skin and sweet to tart crisp whitish flesh)
apple commodity price indexHard describing apple commodity price index (fruit with red or yellow or green skin and sweet to tart crisp whitish flesh)
upset the apple cart of negotiationsVery Hard to upset the apple cart of negotiations, meaning to disturb the balance or stability of

atmosphere /ˈætməsˌfɪr/

friendly atmosphereEasy describing friendly atmosphere (troops belonging to or allied with your own military forces)
professional office atmosphereMedium describing professional office atmosphere (a person engaged in one of the learned professions)
volatile atmosphere in trading roomsHard describing volatile atmosphere in trading rooms (a volatile substance; a substance that changes readily from solid or liquid to a vapor)
poisoned corporate atmosphere under poor leadershipVery Hard to poisoned corporate atmosphere under poor leadership, meaning to spoil as if by poison

authentic /əˈθɛntɪk/

authentic foodEasy describing authentic food (conforming to fact and therefore worthy of belief)
authentic customer reviewsMedium describing authentic customer reviews (conforming to fact and therefore worthy of belief)
verify authentic signatures on deedsHard to verify authentic signatures on deeds, meaning to confirm the truth of
exhibit authentic leadership under stressVery Hard to exhibit authentic leadership under stress, meaning to show an attribute, property, knowledge, or skill

bake /beɪk/

bake breadEasy to bake bread, meaning to cook and make edible by putting in a hot oven
freshly baked pastries for breakfastMedium describing freshly baked pastries for breakfast (very recently)
bake assumptions into the modelHard to bake assumptions into the model, meaning to cook and make edible by putting in a hot oven
half-baked restructuring proposalsVery Hard describing half-baked restructuring proposals (foolish; totally unsound)

baker /ˈbeɪkɚ/

local bakerEasy describing local baker (public transport consisting of a bus or train that stops at all stations or stops)
master baker culinary certificationMedium to master baker culinary certification, meaning to be or become completely proficient or skilled in
artisanal baker cooperative federationHard a collocation phrase: artisanal baker cooperative federation
baker's dozen bonus policyVery Hard a collocation phrase: baker's dozen bonus policy

bakery /ˈbeɪkɚi/

neighborhood bakeryEasy describing neighborhood bakery (a surrounding or nearby region)
open a franchise bakery shopMedium to make available or start operations regarding a franchise bakery shop
commercial bakery equipment procurementHard describing commercial bakery equipment procurement (a commercially sponsored ad on radio or television)
boutique bakery supply chain managementVery Hard describing boutique bakery supply chain management (a shop that sells women's clothes and jewelry)

bar /bɑr/

candy barEasy to candy bar, meaning to coat with something sweet, such as a hard sugar glaze
raise the bar for hiring standardsMedium to raise the bar for hiring standards, meaning to raise the level or amount of something
admitted to the professional barHard to admitted to the professional bar, meaning to declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of
bar none the finest example of diligenceVery Hard to bar none the finest example of diligence, meaning to prevent from entering; keep out

barbecue /ˈbɑrbɪˌkju/

summer barbecueEasy to summer barbecue, meaning to spend the summer
organize team barbecueMedium to organize team barbecue, meaning to create (as an entity)
commercial barbecue catering servicesHard describing commercial barbecue catering services (a commercially sponsored ad on radio or television)
barbecue season driving charcoal demandVery Hard to barbecue season driving charcoal demand, meaning to cook outdoors on a barbecue grill

bean /bin/

green beansEasy to green beans, meaning to turn or become green
premium coffee bean sourcingMedium describing premium coffee bean sourcing (payment for insurance)
soybean commodity futures contractsHard describing soybean commodity futures contracts (a source of oil; used for forage and soil improvement and as food)
spill the beans regarding secret mergersVery Hard to spill the beans regarding secret mergers, meaning to cause or allow (a liquid substance) to run or flow from a container

beer /bɪr/

cold beerEasy describing cold beer (a mild viral infection involving the nose and respiratory passages (but not the lungs))
local craft beer brewing companyMedium describing local craft beer brewing company (public transport consisting of a bus or train that stops at all stations or stops)
commercial beer distribution licensingHard describing commercial beer distribution licensing (a commercially sponsored ad on radio or television)
life is not all beer and skittlesVery Hard describing life is not all beer and skittles (a characteristic state or mode of living)

beverage /ˈbɛvɚɪdʒ/

cold beverageEasy describing cold beverage (a mild viral infection involving the nose and respiratory passages (but not the lungs))
alcoholic beverage licensingMedium describing alcoholic beverage licensing (a person who drinks alcohol to excess habitually)
food and beverage profit marginsHard describing food and beverage profit margins (any substance that can be metabolized by an animal to give energy and build tissue)
tax levied on sweetened beverage productsVery Hard to tax levied on sweetened beverage products, meaning to levy a tax on
complimentary beveragesMedium describing complimentary beverages (conveying or resembling a compliment)

bite /baɪt/

take a biteEasy to perform, accept, or undertake an action regarding a bite
grab a bite to eatMedium to grab a bite to eat, meaning to take hold of so as to seize or restrain or stop the motion of
bite into profit marginsHard to bite into profit margins, meaning to to grip, cut off, or tear with or as if with the teeth or jaws
bite the bulletVery Hard to bite the bullet, meaning to to grip, cut off, or tear with or as if with the teeth or jaws

bottle /ˈbɑtəl/

glass water bottleEasy to glass water bottle, meaning to furnish with glass
open the wine bottle openerMedium to make available or start operations regarding the wine bottle opener
bottle up feelings of angerHard to bottle up feelings of anger, meaning to store (liquids or gases) in bottles
bottle out of the takeover dealVery Hard to bottle out of the takeover deal, meaning to store (liquids or gases) in bottles

bowl /boʊl/

eat a bowl of soupEasy to eat a bowl of soup, meaning to take in solid food
ceramic mixing bowl for kitchenMedium describing ceramic mixing bowl for kitchen (an artifact made of hard brittle material produced from nonmetallic minerals by firing at high temperatures)
punch bowl removed by central bankHard to punch bowl removed by central bank, meaning to deliver a quick blow to
bowl everyone over with brillianceVery Hard to bowl everyone over with brilliance, meaning to roll (a ball)

bread /brɛd/

slice of fresh breadEasy to slice of fresh bread, meaning to make a clean cut through
order bread from local bakeryMedium to order bread from local bakery, meaning to give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority
bread and butter of the companyHard to bread and butter of the company, meaning to cover with bread crumbs
cast one's bread upon the watersVery Hard to cast one's bread upon the waters, meaning to put or send forth

breakfast /ˈbrɛkfəst/

cook breakfast for familyEasy to cook breakfast for family, meaning to prepare a hot meal
complimentary buffet breakfastMedium describing complimentary buffet breakfast (conveying or resembling a compliment)
host a business breakfast meetingHard to host a business breakfast meeting, meaning to be the host of or for
make a dog's breakfast of the jobVery Hard to create, produce, or cause regarding a dog's breakfast of the job

buffet /ˈbʌfət/

enjoy the dinner buffetEasy to enjoy the dinner buffet, meaning to derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in
organize a corporate buffet luncheonMedium to organize a corporate buffet luncheon, meaning to create (as an entity)
buffet style conference cateringHard to buffet style conference catering, meaning to strike against forcefully
buffeted by fierce headwinds of inflationVery Hard to buffeted by fierce headwinds of inflation, meaning to strike against forcefully

butter /ˈbʌtɚ/

spread creamy butter on breadEasy to apply dairy fat smoothly onto toasted bakery slices
buy baking butter from groceryMedium to purchase dairy spread for culinary pastry preparation
butter up the supervisor for favorsHard to flatter an executive excessively to secure perks
know which side one's bread is butteredVery Hard to recognize who holds power and protect one's self-interest

cafeteria /ˌkæfəˈtɪriə/

eat lunch in school cafeteriaEasy to eat lunch in school cafeteria, meaning to take in solid food
staff cafeteria meal subsidyMedium to staff cafeteria meal subsidy, meaning to provide with staff
flexible cafeteria style benefit planHard describing flexible cafeteria style benefit plan (capable of being changed)
disdain cafeteria style pick-and-chooseVery Hard to disdain cafeteria style pick-and-choose, meaning to look down on with disdain

cake /keɪk/

slice of chocolate birthday cakeEasy to slice of chocolate birthday cake, meaning to make a clean cut through
order custom anniversary office cakeMedium to order custom anniversary office cake, meaning to give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority
passing the exam was a piece of cakeHard to passing the exam was a piece of cake, meaning to go across or through
have one's cake and eat it tooVery Hard to possess, experience, or hold regarding one's cake and eat it too

capacity /kəˈpæsəti/

auditorium seating capacity limitEasy describing auditorium seating capacity limit (the area of a theater or concert hall where the audience sits)
factory running at maximum capacityMedium describing factory running at maximum capacity (a plant consisting of one or more buildings with facilities for manufacturing)
legal capacity to enter into agreementsHard describing legal capacity to enter into agreements (established by or founded upon law or official or accepted rules)
tax mental capacity beyond enduranceVery Hard to tax mental capacity beyond endurance, meaning to levy a tax on

caterer /ˈkeɪtɚɚ/

book local wedding party catererEasy to book local wedding party caterer, meaning to engage for a performance
hire an outside event food catererMedium to hire an outside event food caterer, meaning to engage or hire for work
certified hospitality banquet catererHard to certified hospitality banquet caterer, meaning to provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes
premier gourmet caterer for state summitsVery Hard to premier gourmet caterer for state summits, meaning to be performed for the first time

cheese /tʃiz/

melt yellow cheddar cheese on toastEasy to melt yellow cheddar cheese on toast, meaning to reduce or cause to be reduced from a solid to a liquid state, usually by heating
serve an artisanal cheese plate at receptionMedium to serve an artisanal cheese plate at reception, meaning to serve a purpose, role, or function
smile brightly and say cheese for cameraHard to smile brightly and say cheese for camera, meaning to change one's facial expression by spreading the lips, often to signal pleasure
answer directly to the company big cheeseVery Hard to answer directly to the company big cheese, meaning to react verbally

cheeseburger /ˈtʃizbɚɡɚ/

order a classic beef cheeseburger comboEasy to order a classic beef cheeseburger combo, meaning to give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority
grab a quick cheeseburger during lunch breakMedium to grab a quick cheeseburger during lunch break, meaning to take hold of so as to seize or restrain or stop the motion of
calorie dense fast-food cheeseburger mealHard describing calorie dense fast-food cheeseburger meal (a unit of heat equal to the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one kilogram of water by one degree at one atmosphere pressure; used by nutritionists to characterize the energy-producing potential in food)
informal cheeseburger diplomacy summit negotiationsVery Hard describing informal cheeseburger diplomacy summit negotiations (not formal)

chef /ʃɛf/

talented kitchen chef prepares dinnerEasy describing talented kitchen chef prepares dinner (endowed with talent or talents)
hire a renowned executive chef for hotelMedium to hire a renowned executive chef for hotel, meaning to engage or hire for work
celebrated Michelin-starred pastry chef creationsHard to celebrated Michelin-starred pastry chef creations, meaning to behave as expected during of holidays or rites
too many chefs spoil the broth undeniablyVery Hard describing too many chefs spoil the broth undeniably (to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits)

chicken /ˈtʃɪkən/

eat grilled chicken and riceEasy to eat grilled chicken and rice, meaning to take in solid food
manage a modern commercial chicken poultry farmMedium to be in charge of or administer regarding a modern commercial chicken poultry farm
confront the classic chicken and egg conundrumHard to confront the classic chicken and egg conundrum, meaning to oppose, as in hostility or a competition
play a perilous game of chicken with rivalsVery Hard to play a perilous game of chicken with rivals, meaning to participate in games or sport

chocolate /ˈtʃɔklət/

unwrap a sweet dark chocolate barEasy to unwrap a sweet dark chocolate bar, meaning to remove the outer cover or wrapping of
order hot chocolate with whipped creamMedium to order hot chocolate with whipped cream, meaning to give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority
artisanal single-origin chocolate confectionery productionHard a collocation phrase: artisanal single-origin chocolate confectionery production
as useless as a chocolate teapot in practiceVery Hard describing as useless as a chocolate teapot in practice (a very poisonous metallic element that has three allotropic forms; arsenic and arsenic compounds are used as herbicides and insecticides and various alloys; found in arsenopyrite and orpiment and realgar)

coffee /ˈkɑfi/

drink a cup of hot black coffeeEasy to drink a cup of hot black coffee, meaning to take in liquids
discuss ideas during company coffee breakMedium to discuss ideas during company coffee break, meaning to to consider or examine in speech or writing
source fair-trade certified organic coffee beansHard to source fair-trade certified organic coffee beans, meaning to get (a product) from another country or business
wake up and smell the coffee urgentlyVery Hard to wake up and smell the coffee urgently, meaning to be awake, be alert, be there

cook /kʊk/

cook dinnerEasy to cook dinner, meaning to prepare a hot meal
cook for guestsMedium to cook for guests, meaning to prepare a hot meal
slow-cooked dishHard a collocation phrase: slow-cooked dish
cook the booksVery Hard to cook the books, meaning to prepare a hot meal

cookbook /ˈkʊkˌbʊk/

buy a cookbookEasy to obtain in exchange for payment regarding a cookbook
popular cookbookMedium describing popular cookbook (regarded with great favor, approval, or affection especially by the general public)
author a comprehensive cookbookHard to author a comprehensive cookbook, meaning to be the author of
follow a cookbook recipe strictlyVery Hard to adhere to instructions or guidelines regarding a cookbook recipe strictly

cookie /ˈkʊki/

chocolate chip cookieEasy describing chocolate chip cookie (a beverage made from cocoa powder and milk and sugar; usually drunk hot)
clear browser cookiesMedium to clear browser cookies, meaning to rid of obstructions
third-party cookie trackingHard a collocation phrase: third-party cookie tracking
a tough cookie to deal withVery Hard referring to a tough cookie to deal with

cream /krim/

ice cream scoopEasy to ice cream scoop, meaning to decorate with frosting
face cream for sensitive skinMedium to confront or deal with directly regarding cream for sensitive skin
whipping cream consistencyHard to whipping cream consistency, meaning to beat severely with a whip or rod
the cream of the crop among candidatesVery Hard referring to the cream of the crop among candidates

culinary /ˈkjulɪˌnɛri/

culinary skillsEasy describing culinary skills (of or relating to or used in cooking)
culinary arts academyMedium describing culinary arts academy (of or relating to or used in cooking)
rich regional culinary heritageHard describing rich regional culinary heritage (people who have possessions and wealth (considered as a group))
culinary prowess acclaimed worldwideVery Hard describing culinary prowess acclaimed worldwide (of or relating to or used in cooking)

cup /kʌp/

cup of coffeeEasy to cup of coffee, meaning to form into the shape of a cup
disposable paper cupMedium describing disposable paper cup (an item that can be disposed of after it has been used)
measuring cup precisionHard to measuring cup precision, meaning to determine the measurements of something or somebody, take measurements of
not my cup of teaVery Hard describing not my cup of tea (negation of a word or group of words)

delicious /dɪˈlɪʃəs/

delicious food servedEasy describing delicious food served (variety of sweet eating apples)
delicious meal at the restaurantMedium describing delicious meal at the restaurant (variety of sweet eating apples)
savory and delicious culinary specialtiesHard describing savory and delicious culinary specialties (any of several aromatic herbs or subshrubs of the genus Satureja having spikes of flowers attractive to bees)
savor the delicious irony of circumstancesVery Hard to savor the delicious irony of circumstances, meaning to derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in

dessert /dɪˈzɝt/

sweet dessert menuEasy describing sweet dessert menu (English phonetician; one of the founders of modern phonetics (1845-1912))
order dessert after dinnerMedium to order dessert after dinner, meaning to give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority
artisan dessert pastry presentationHard describing artisan dessert pastry presentation (a skilled worker who practices some trade or handicraft)
decadent dessert trolley rolled outVery Hard describing decadent dessert trolley rolled out (a person who has fallen into a decadent state (morally or artistically))

dine /daɪn/

dine out with friendsEasy to dine out with friends, meaning to have supper; eat dinner
dine at a fine restaurantMedium to dine at a fine restaurant, meaning to have supper; eat dinner
wine and dine potential investorsHard to wine and dine potential investors, meaning to drink wine
dine out on that anecdote for yearsVery Hard to dine out on that anecdote for years, meaning to have supper; eat dinner

diner /ˈdaɪnɚ/

eat at a local dinerEasy to eat at a local diner, meaning to take in solid food
satisfied diners at the buffetMedium to satisfied diners at the buffet, meaning to meet the requirements or expectations of
discerning diner culinary expectationsHard to discerning diner culinary expectations, meaning to detect with the senses
cater to a flock of demanding dinersVery Hard to cater to a flock of demanding diners, meaning to give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance

dinner /ˈdɪnɚ/

cook dinner at homeEasy to cook dinner at home, meaning to prepare a hot meal
annual company dinner partyMedium describing annual company dinner party ((botany) a plant that completes its entire life cycle within the space of a year)
charity gala dinner fundraisingHard describing charity gala dinner fundraising (a foundation created to promote the public good (not for assistance to any particular individuals))
an awkward dinner marred by controversyVery Hard referring to an awkward dinner marred by controversy

dish /dɪʃ/

wash the dinner dishEasy to clean dining plates following an evening meal
signature dish of the chefMedium a culinary specialty that uniquely defines a restaurant
exotic gourmet dish served at banquetHard a rare and sophisticated culinary delicacy presented at a formal feast
dish the dirt on rivals discreetlyVery Hard to reveal damaging gossip about competitors confidentially

dishwasher /ˈdɪʃˌwɑʃɚ/

load the home dishwasherEasy to load the home dishwasher, meaning to fill or place a load on
run the office dishwasher cycleMedium to operate, manage, or execute regarding the office dishwasher cycle
commercial grade dishwasher installationHard describing commercial grade dishwasher installation (a commercially sponsored ad on radio or television)
from humble dishwasher to Michelin-star restaurateurVery Hard indicating the source, starting point, or origin of humble dishwasher to Michelin-star restaurateur

donut /ˈdoʊˌnʌt/

chocolate glazed donutEasy describing chocolate glazed donut (a beverage made from cocoa powder and milk and sugar; usually drunk hot)
box of donuts for office colleaguesMedium to box of donuts for office colleagues, meaning to put into a box
artisan gourmet donut bakeryHard describing artisan gourmet donut bakery (a skilled worker who practices some trade or handicraft)
donut hole coverage gap in MedicareVery Hard describing donut hole coverage gap in Medicare (a small ring-shaped friedcake)

drink /drɪŋk/

drink fresh waterEasy to drink fresh water, meaning to take in liquids
enjoy after-work drinks with colleaguesMedium to enjoy after-work drinks with colleagues, meaning to derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in
drink responsibly campaigns sponsoredHard to drink responsibly campaigns sponsored, meaning to take in liquids
drink in the majestic vista spellboundVery Hard to drink in the majestic vista spellbound, meaning to take in liquids

eat /it/

eat breakfast togetherEasy to eat breakfast together, meaning to take in solid food
eat lunch at the company cafeteriaMedium to eat lunch at the company cafeteria, meaning to take in solid food
rising costs eat into profit marginsHard to rising costs eat into profit margins, meaning to move upward
forced to eat humble pie after errorVery Hard to forced to eat humble pie after error, meaning to to cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means :

egg /ɛɡ/

boiled egg for breakfastEasy a hard- or soft-cooked egg prepared for the morning meal
buy a dozen eggs from farmMedium to purchase twelve fresh eggs directly from an agricultural producer
build a comfortable nest egg for retirementHard to accumulate substantial savings for post-career living
walk on eggshells around unpredictable directorsVery Hard to act with extreme caution around temperamental managers

elegant /ˈɛləɡənt/

elegant dressEasy describing elegant dress (refined and tasteful in appearance or behavior or style)
elegant dining roomMedium describing elegant dining room (refined and tasteful in appearance or behavior or style)
elegant solutionHard describing elegant solution (refined and tasteful in appearance or behavior or style)
consummate and elegant proseVery Hard to consummate and elegant prose, meaning to fulfill sexually

establishment /ɪˈstæblɪʃmənt/

dining establishmentEasy to dining establishment, meaning to have supper; eat dinner
date of establishmentMedium to date of establishment, meaning to go on a date with
anti establishment sentimentHard describing anti establishment sentiment (a person who is opposed (to an action or policy or practice etc.))
brick and mortar establishment complianceVery Hard describing brick and mortar establishment compliance (rectangular block of clay baked by the sun or in a kiln; used as a building or paving material)

ethnic /ˈɛθnɪk/

ethnic foodEasy describing ethnic food (a person who is a member of an ethnic group)
ethnic minority communityMedium describing ethnic minority community (a person who is a member of an ethnic group)
ethnic diversity in hiringHard describing ethnic diversity in hiring (a person who is a member of an ethnic group)
ethnic tension exacerbated by disparityVery Hard describing ethnic tension exacerbated by disparity (a person who is a member of an ethnic group)

fancy /ˈfænsi/

fancy restaurantEasy to fancy restaurant, meaning to imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind
take a fancy to the designMedium to perform, accept, or undertake an action regarding a fancy to the design
fancy corporate headquartersHard to fancy corporate headquarters, meaning to imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind
tickle the fancy of angel investorsVery Hard to tickle the fancy of angel investors, meaning to touch (a body part) lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laughter, or spasmodic movements

fish /fɪʃ/

catch fishEasy to catch fish, meaning to discover or come upon accidentally, suddenly, or unexpectedly; catch somebody doing something or in a certain state
fresh fish marketMedium describing fresh fish market (recently made, produced, or harvested)
fish for inside informationHard to fish for inside information, meaning to seek indirectly
big fish in a small pond syndromeVery Hard describing big fish in a small pond syndrome (above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent)

flavor /ˈfleɪvɚ/

chocolate flavorEasy describing chocolate flavor (a beverage made from cocoa powder and milk and sugar; usually drunk hot)
local flavor in hospitalityMedium describing local flavor in hospitality (public transport consisting of a bus or train that stops at all stations or stops)
distinctive flavor of brand marketingHard describing distinctive flavor of brand marketing (of a feature that helps to distinguish a person or thing; - Curtis Wilkie)
flavor of the month investment fadVery Hard to flavor of the month investment fad, meaning to lend flavor to

flour /ˈflaʊɚ/

wheat flourEasy describing wheat flour (annual or biennial grass having erect flower spikes and light brown grains)
bulk flour purchase orderMedium to bulk flour purchase order, meaning to stick out or up
flour milling industry marginsHard to flour milling industry margins, meaning to cover with flour
flour enrichment regulatory complianceVery Hard to flour enrichment regulatory compliance, meaning to cover with flour

food /fud/

delicious foodEasy describing delicious food (variety of sweet eating apples)
food safety standardsMedium describing food safety standards (any substance that can be metabolized by an animal to give energy and build tissue)
food supply chain disruptionHard describing food supply chain disruption (any substance that can be metabolized by an animal to give energy and build tissue)
food for thought on governance lapsesVery Hard describing food for thought on governance lapses (any substance that can be metabolized by an animal to give energy and build tissue)

fork /fɔrk/

knife and forkEasy to knife and fork, meaning to use a knife on
fork in the road decisionMedium to fork in the road decision, meaning to lift with a pitchfork
fork out settlement fundsHard to fork out settlement funds, meaning to lift with a pitchfork
hard fork split in blockchain consensusVery Hard describing hard fork split in blockchain consensus (not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure)

fresh /frɛʃ/

fresh vegetablesEasy describing fresh vegetables (recently made, produced, or harvested)
fresh perspective on problemMedium describing fresh perspective on problem (recently made, produced, or harvested)
inject fresh capital into businessHard to inject fresh capital into business, meaning to give an injection to
inject fresh impetus into stalled negotiationsVery Hard to inject fresh impetus into stalled negotiations, meaning to give an injection to

fruit /frut/

fresh fruit basketEasy describing fresh fruit basket (recently made, produced, or harvested)
bear fruit after hard workMedium to bear fruit after hard work, meaning to have
fruits of economic laborHard to fruits of economic labor, meaning to cause to bear fruit
fruit of poisonous tree doctrineVery Hard to fruit of poisonous tree doctrine, meaning to cause to bear fruit

fry /fraɪ/

stir fry vegetablesEasy to stir fry vegetables, meaning to move an implement through
out of frying pan into the fireMedium to out of frying pan into the fire, meaning to to state openly and publicly one's homosexuality
have bigger fish to fry in businessHard to possess, experience, or hold regarding bigger fish to fry in business
small fry eliminated in consolidation waveVery Hard describing small fry eliminated in consolidation wave (the slender part of the back)

fully /ˈfʊli/

fully booked hotelEasy describing fully booked hotel (to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (`full' in this sense is used as a combining form))
fully understand job requirementsMedium describing fully understand job requirements (to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (`full' in this sense is used as a combining form))
fully paid up share capitalHard describing fully paid up share capital (to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (`full' in this sense is used as a combining form))
fully indemnity clause covers liabilitiesVery Hard describing fully indemnity clause covers liabilities (to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (`full' in this sense is used as a combining form))

glass /ɡlæs/

glass of waterEasy to glass of water, meaning to furnish with glass
safety glassMedium describing safety glass (the state of being certain that adverse effects will not be caused by some agent under defined conditions)
stained glassHard to stained glass, meaning to color with a liquid dye or tint
glass ceilingVery Hard to glass ceiling, meaning to furnish with glass

grill /ɡrɪl/

grill chickenEasy to grill chicken, meaning to cook over a grill
charcoal grillMedium to charcoal grill, meaning to draw, trace, or represent with charcoal
grill the witnessHard to grill the witness, meaning to cook over a grill
be grilled under harsh interrogationVery Hard to exist or be in a specified condition regarding grilled under harsh interrogation

hamburger /ˈhæmbɚɡɚ/

eat a hamburgerEasy to eat a hamburger, meaning to take in solid food
fast-food hamburger jointMedium a collocation phrase: fast-food hamburger joint
gourmet hamburger recipeHard describing gourmet hamburger recipe (a person devoted to refined sensuous enjoyment (especially good food and drink))
make hamburger out of the oppositionVery Hard to create, produce, or cause regarding hamburger out of the opposition

homemade /ˈhoʊmˈmeɪd/

homemade cakeEasy describing homemade cake (made or produced in the home or by yourself)
homemade meal for lunchMedium describing homemade meal for lunch (made or produced in the home or by yourself)
artisan homemade delicaciesHard describing artisan homemade delicacies (a skilled worker who practices some trade or handicraft)
homemade remedy passed downVery Hard describing homemade remedy passed down (made or produced in the home or by yourself)

ice /aɪs/

ice cubeEasy to ice cube, meaning to decorate with frosting
ice breaker activityMedium to ice breaker activity, meaning to decorate with frosting
on thin ice regarding complianceHard indicating position, contact, or basis regarding thin ice regarding compliance
put the proposal on ice indefinitelyVery Hard to put the proposal on ice indefinitely, meaning to put into a certain place or abstract location

ingredient /ˌɪnˈɡridiənt/

natural ingredientsEasy describing natural ingredients (someone regarded as certain to succeed)
list of ingredients on labelMedium to list of ingredients on label, meaning to give or make a list of; name individually; give the names of
key ingredient for market successHard to key ingredient for market success, meaning to identify as in botany or biology, for example
cocktail of toxic ingredientsVery Hard describing cocktail of toxic ingredients (a short mixed drink)

juice /dʒus/

orange juiceEasy a beverage produced by extracting liquid from citrus fruit
run out of battery juiceMedium to operate, manage, or execute regarding out of battery juice
extract financial juice from assetsHard to extract financial juice from assets, meaning to remove, usually with some force or effort; also used in an abstract sense
stew in your own juice facing failureVery Hard to stew in your own juice facing failure, meaning to be in a huff; be silent or sullen

kitchen /ˈkɪtʃən/

clean the kitchenEasy to clean the kitchen, meaning to make clean by removing dirt, filth, or unwanted substances from
modern office kitchen facilitiesMedium describing modern office kitchen facilities (a contemporary person)
commercial restaurant kitchen sanitationHard describing commercial restaurant kitchen sanitation (a commercially sponsored ad on radio or television)
cannot stand heat get out of the kitchenVery Hard a collocation phrase: cannot stand heat get out of the kitchen

knife /naɪf/

sharp knifeEasy describing sharp knife (a musical notation indicating one half step higher than the note named)
table knife for diningMedium to table knife for dining, meaning to hold back to a later time
cut with surgical knife precisionHard to reduce, trim, or divide regarding with surgical knife precision
twist the knife in the woundVery Hard to twist the knife in the wound, meaning to to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling)

lunch /lʌntʃ/

have lunchEasy to possess, experience, or hold regarding lunch
lunch break durationMedium to lunch break duration, meaning to take the midday meal
business lunch negotiationHard describing business lunch negotiation (a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it)
eat a competitor's lunch in pricingVery Hard to eat a competitor's lunch in pricing, meaning to take in solid food

luncheon /ˈlʌntʃən/

attend a luncheonEasy to be present at an event or meeting regarding a luncheon
annual luncheon meetingMedium describing annual luncheon meeting ((botany) a plant that completes its entire life cycle within the space of a year)
host a formal diplomatic luncheonHard to host a formal diplomatic luncheon, meaning to be the host of or for
lavish fundraising luncheon galaVery Hard to lavish fundraising luncheon gala, meaning to expend profusely; also used with abstract nouns

meal /mil/

hot mealEasy describing hot meal (used of physical heat; having a high or higher than desirable temperature or giving off heat or feeling or causing a sensation of heat or burning)
complimentary meal voucherMedium describing complimentary meal voucher (conveying or resembling a compliment)
meal allowance reimbursement guidelinesHard describing meal allowance reimbursement guidelines (the food served and eaten at one time)
make a square meal out of sparse rationsVery Hard to create, produce, or cause regarding a square meal out of sparse rations

meat /mit/

fresh meatEasy describing fresh meat (recently made, produced, or harvested)
meat consumption trendsMedium describing meat consumption trends (the flesh of animals (including fishes and birds and snails) used as food)
wholesale meat processing facilityHard to wholesale meat processing facility, meaning to sell in large quantities
get down to the meat and potatoes of strategyVery Hard to obtain, receive, or reach regarding down to the meat and potatoes of strategy

menu /ˈmɛnju/

lunch menuEasy to lunch menu, meaning to take the midday meal
select items from drop-down menuMedium to select items from drop-down menu, meaning to pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives
tailor banquet menu for corporate galaHard to tailor banquet menu for corporate gala, meaning to adjust to a specific need or market
broad menu of fiscal policy optionsVery Hard describing broad menu of fiscal policy options (slang term for a woman)
set menuEasy to establish or arrange in a specific position regarding menu

microwave /ˈmaɪkrəˌweɪv/

heat food in microwaveEasy to heat food in microwave, meaning to make hot or hotter
breakroom microwave clean-up guidelinesMedium a collocation phrase: breakroom microwave clean-up guidelines
commercial-grade microwave oven durabilityHard describing commercial-grade microwave oven durability (of the kind or quality used in commerce; average or inferior)
microwave link transmission network interferenceVery Hard to microwave link transmission network interference, meaning to cook or heat in a microwave oven

milk /mɪlk/

glass of milkEasy to glass of milk, meaning to furnish with glass
fresh dairy milk deliveryMedium describing fresh dairy milk delivery (recently made, produced, or harvested)
pasteurized milk quality assurance protocolHard to pasteurized milk quality assurance protocol, meaning to heat food in order to kill harmful microorganisms
milk the cash cow dry without reinvestmentVery Hard to milk the cash cow dry without reinvestment, meaning to take milk from female mammals

mix /mɪks/

mix saladEasy to mix salad, meaning to mix together different elements
integrated marketing mix strategyMedium to integrated marketing mix strategy, meaning to make into a whole or make part of a whole
optimize product mix for higher marginsHard to optimize product mix for higher margins, meaning to make optimal; get the most out of; use best
try to mix oil and water in cross-border mergersVery Hard to try to mix oil and water in cross-border mergers, meaning to make an effort or attempt

orange /ˈɔrəndʒ/

fresh orange juiceEasy unpasteurized citrus beverage freshly squeezed from fruit
bright orange uniformMedium a vivid, high-visibility uniform worn by workers
orange blossom extractHard essential aromatic oil derived from citrus flowers
comparing apples and orangesVery Hard making an invalid comparison between two fundamentally dissimilar entities

order /ˈɔːrdər/

place an orderEasy to submit a formal purchase request for goods or services
purchase order numberMedium an official identification code assigned to a procurement contract
in ascending chronological orderHard arranged successively from earliest date to latest date
tall order to fulfillVery Hard a very challenging or demanding objective to achieve
out of orderEasy broken or temporarily not operating properly

organic /ɔrˈɡænɪk/

organic food productsEasy describing organic food products (a fertilizer that is derived from animal or vegetable matter)
certified organic farmMedium to certified organic farm, meaning to provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes
organic growth of revenueHard describing organic growth of revenue (a fertilizer that is derived from animal or vegetable matter)
organic unity of designVery Hard describing organic unity of design (a fertilizer that is derived from animal or vegetable matter)

oven /ˈʌvən/

bake in the ovenEasy to bake in the oven, meaning to cook and make edible by putting in a hot oven
preheat the oven to 180 degreesMedium to preheat the oven to 180 degrees, meaning to heat beforehand
industrial conveyor pizza ovenHard describing industrial conveyor pizza oven (of or relating to or resulting from industry)
hot as an oven insideVery Hard describing hot as an oven inside (used of physical heat; having a high or higher than desirable temperature or giving off heat or feeling or causing a sensation of heat or burning)

pan /pæn/

non-stick frying panEasy a collocation phrase: non-stick frying pan
pan-seared fresh fishMedium a collocation phrase: pan-seared fresh fish
camera pans across the skylineHard describing camera pans across the skyline (equipment for taking photographs (usually consisting of a lightproof box with a lens at one end and light-sensitive film at the other))
hope plans pan out wellVery Hard to hope plans pan out well, meaning to expect and wish

pasta /ˈpɑstə/

boil Italian pasta in a potEasy to boil Italian pasta in a pot, meaning to come to the boiling point and change from a liquid to vapor
fresh homemade pasta dishMedium describing fresh homemade pasta dish (recently made, produced, or harvested)
artisan semolina pasta imported from ItalyHard describing artisan semolina pasta imported from Italy (a skilled worker who practices some trade or handicraft)
master the art of pasta making from scratchVery Hard to master the art of pasta making from scratch, meaning to be or become completely proficient or skilled in

pastry /ˈpeɪstri/

sweet pastry for breakfastEasy describing sweet pastry for breakfast (English phonetician; one of the founders of modern phonetics (1845-1912))
traditional French pastry bakeryMedium describing traditional French pastry bakery (consisting of or derived from tradition)
award-winning master pastry chefHard describing award-winning master pastry chef (having received awards)
delicate flaky puff pastry layersVery Hard describing delicate flaky puff pastry layers (exquisitely fine and subtle and pleasing; susceptible to injury)

peak /pik/

snow-covered mountain peakEasy describing snow-covered mountain peak (covered with snow)
during peak travel seasonMedium throughout the duration or course of peak travel season
operate at peak generation capacityHard to operate at peak generation capacity, meaning to direct or control; projects, businesses, etc
scale the peak of artistic achievementVery Hard to scale the peak of artistic achievement, meaning to measure by or as if by a scale
peak hoursEasy to peak hours, meaning to to reach the highest point; attain maximum intensity, activity

pepper /ˈpɛpɚ/

salt and black pepperEasy to salt and black pepper, meaning to add salt to
slice sweet bell peppersMedium to slice sweet bell peppers, meaning to make a clean cut through
pepper questions throughout the presentationHard to pepper questions throughout the presentation, meaning to add pepper to
speech peppered with biting sarcasmVery Hard describing speech peppered with biting sarcasm (the act of delivering a formal spoken communication to an audience)

pie /paɪ/

slice of warm apple pieEasy to slice of warm apple pie, meaning to make a clean cut through
sales breakdown pie chartMedium describing sales breakdown pie chart (income (at invoice values) received for goods and services over some given period of time)
demand a fair slice of the revenue pieHard to demand a fair slice of the revenue pie, meaning to request urgently and forcefully
have a finger in every pieVery Hard to possess, experience, or hold regarding a finger in every pie

pizza /ˈpitsə/

order a cheese pizzaEasy to order a cheese pizza, meaning to give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority
free pizza delivery within thirty minutesMedium to free pizza delivery within thirty minutes, meaning to grant freedom to; free from confinement
artisan wood-fired pizza franchiseHard describing artisan wood-fired pizza franchise (a skilled worker who practices some trade or handicraft)
authentic Neapolitan pizza certified standardsVery Hard describing authentic Neapolitan pizza certified standards (conforming to fact and therefore worthy of belief)

plate /pleɪt/

ceramic dinner plateEasy describing ceramic dinner plate (an artifact made of hard brittle material produced from nonmetallic minerals by firing at high temperatures)
car license plate registration numberMedium describing car license plate registration number (a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine)
tectonic continental plate movementHard describing tectonic continental plate movement (pertaining to the structure or movement of the earth's crust)
have enough on one's plate alreadyVery Hard to possess, experience, or hold regarding enough on one's plate already

portion /ˈpɔrʃən/

generous portion of foodEasy describing generous portion of food (willing to give and share unstintingly)
substantial portion of monthly budgetMedium describing substantial portion of monthly budget (fairly large)
allocate a portion of equity to foundersHard to allocate a portion of equity to founders, meaning to distribute according to a plan or set apart for a special purpose
carve out a profitable portion of the marketVery Hard to carve out a profitable portion of the market, meaning to form by carving

pot /pɑt/

cook soup in a large potEasy to cook soup in a large pot, meaning to prepare a hot meal
pot of fresh hot coffeeMedium to pot of fresh hot coffee, meaning to plant in a pot
sweeten the pot with stock optionsHard to sweeten the pot with stock options, meaning to make sweeter in taste
the pot calling the kettle blackVery Hard referring to the pot calling the kettle black

potato /pəˈteɪˌtoʊ/

eat crispy potato chipsEasy to eat crispy potato chips, meaning to take in solid food
baked potato side dishMedium to baked potato side dish, meaning to cook and make edible by putting in a hot oven
drop the project like a hot potatoHard to drop the project like a hot potato, meaning to let fall to the ground
couch potato spending hours before screensVery Hard to couch potato spending hours before screens, meaning to formulate in a particular style or language

pour /pɔr/

pour a glass of waterEasy to pour a glass of water, meaning to cause to run
pour capital into infrastructure projectsMedium to pour capital into infrastructure projects, meaning to cause to run
heavy rains pour down relentlesslyHard describing heavy rains pour down relentlessly (an actor who plays villainous roles)
pour oil on troubled watersVery Hard to pour oil on troubled waters, meaning to cause to run

pub /pʌb/

meet friends at the local pubEasy to fulfill, satisfy, or encounter regarding friends at the local pub
traditional British pub food menuMedium describing traditional British pub food menu (consisting of or derived from tradition)
license granted for craft beer pub operationsHard to license granted for craft beer pub operations, meaning to authorize officially
bar crawl through historic heritage pubsVery Hard to bar crawl through historic heritage pubs, meaning to prevent from entering; keep out

recipe /ˈrɛsəpi/

simple soup recipeEasy describing simple soup recipe (any herbaceous plant having medicinal properties)
follow the cake recipe carefullyMedium to adhere to instructions or guidelines regarding the cake recipe carefully
a guaranteed recipe for corporate failureHard referring to a guaranteed recipe for corporate failure
discover the secret recipe for sustained prosperityVery Hard to discover the secret recipe for sustained prosperity, meaning to discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of

refreshment /rəˈfrɛʃmənt/

serve light refreshmentsEasy to serve light refreshments, meaning to serve a purpose, role, or function
refreshment area near the seminar roomMedium describing refreshment area near the seminar room (snacks and drinks served as a light meal)
pause for a brief refreshment interludeHard to pause for a brief refreshment interlude, meaning to interrupt temporarily an activity before continuing
an unexpected fountain of spiritual refreshmentVery Hard referring to an unexpected fountain of spiritual refreshment

reserve /rɪˈzɝv/

reserve a seat on the trainEasy to reserve a seat on the train, meaning to hold back or set aside, especially for future use or contingency
maintain cash reserves for emergenciesMedium to keep in good condition or preserve regarding cash reserves for emergencies
central bank foreign exchange reservesHard describing central bank foreign exchange reserves (a workplace that serves as a telecommunications facility where lines from telephones can be connected together to permit communication)
break through their frosty reserve and connectVery Hard to separate into pieces or interrupt regarding through their frosty reserve and connect
reserve a tableEasy to reserve a table, meaning to hold back or set aside, especially for future use or contingency

restaurant /ˈrɛstɚˌɑnt/

family Italian restaurantEasy describing family Italian restaurant (a social unit living together)
reserve a private dining room at the restaurantMedium to reserve a private dining room at the restaurant, meaning to hold back or set aside, especially for future use or contingency
operate a nationwide franchise of themed restaurantsHard to operate a nationwide franchise of themed restaurants, meaning to direct or control; projects, businesses, etc
a Michelin-starred restaurant renowned for culinary innovationVery Hard referring to a Michelin-starred restaurant renowned for culinary innovation

restriction /riˈstrɪkʃən/

dietary restrictions listEasy describing dietary restrictions list (a regulated daily food allowance)
parking restrictions around the buildingMedium to parking restrictions around the building, meaning to place temporarily
lift export restrictions on advanced semiconductorsHard to lift export restrictions on advanced semiconductors, meaning to raise from a lower to a higher position
chafing under onerous bureaucratic restrictionsVery Hard to chafing under onerous bureaucratic restrictions, meaning to become or make sore by or as if by rubbing

rice /raɪs/

bowl of steamed white riceEasy a serving of boiled grain as a dietary staple food
serve fried rice at lunchMedium to dish cooked grain tossed with vegetables and protein
fluctuations in global rice commodity futuresHard price volatility in international agricultural grain exchanges
cultivate drought-resistant genetically engineered rice strainsVery Hard farming bio-enhanced grain varieties resilient to arid climates

salad /ˈsæləd/

fresh green salad bowlEasy describing fresh green salad bowl (recently made, produced, or harvested)
order a chicken salad for lunchMedium to order a chicken salad for lunch, meaning to give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority
feature an organic salad bar in the cafeteriaHard to feature an organic salad bar in the cafeteria, meaning to have as a feature
a toss-up word salad masking policy bankruptcyVery Hard referring to a toss-up word salad masking policy bankruptcy

salt /sɔlt/

add a pinch of saltEasy to add a pinch of salt, meaning to make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of
reduce dietary salt intake for healthMedium to decrease or lessen in amount or size regarding dietary salt intake for health
sprinkle salt on icy roads during winterHard to sprinkle salt on icy roads during winter, meaning to distribute loosely
take optimistic projections with a grain of saltVery Hard to perform, accept, or undertake an action regarding optimistic projections with a grain of salt

sandwich /ˈsændwɪtʃ/

ham and cheese sandwichEasy to ham and cheese sandwich, meaning to exaggerate one's acting
grab a quick sandwich between meetingsMedium to grab a quick sandwich between meetings, meaning to take hold of so as to seize or restrain or stop the motion of
sandwich generation supporting both parents and childrenHard to sandwich generation supporting both parents and children, meaning to make into a sandwich
sandwiched between unyielding competing factionsVery Hard to sandwiched between unyielding competing factions, meaning to make into a sandwich

seafood /ˈsiˌfud/

delicious fresh seafoodEasy describing delicious fresh seafood (variety of sweet eating apples)
order seafood pasta at the restaurantMedium to order seafood pasta at the restaurant, meaning to give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority
certify sustainable seafood sourcing practicesHard to certify sustainable seafood sourcing practices, meaning to provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes
perishable seafood logistics demanding uninterrupted cold chainsVery Hard describing perishable seafood logistics demanding uninterrupted cold chains (food that will decay rapidly if not refrigerated)

seasonal /ˈsizənəl/

seasonal fruit varietyEasy describing seasonal fruit variety (a worker who finds employment only in certain seasons)
manage seasonal fluctuations in consumer demandMedium to be in charge of or administer regarding seasonal fluctuations in consumer demand
employ seasonal agricultural labor under temporary visasHard to employ seasonal agricultural labor under temporary visas, meaning to put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose
adjust macroeconomic metrics for seasonal varianceVery Hard to adjust macroeconomic metrics for seasonal variance, meaning to alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard
seasonal menuMedium describing seasonal menu (a worker who finds employment only in certain seasons)

serve /sɝv/

serve tea to guestsEasy to serve tea to guests, meaning to serve a purpose, role, or function
serve customers with a welcoming smileMedium to serve customers with a welcoming smile, meaning to serve a purpose, role, or function
serve on the corporate advisory councilHard to serve on the corporate advisory council, meaning to serve a purpose, role, or function
serve two masters with irreconcilable allegiancesVery Hard to serve two masters with irreconcilable allegiances, meaning to serve a purpose, role, or function

sir /sɝ/

yes, sirEasy a collocation phrase: yes, sir
Dear Sir or MadamMedium describing Dear Sir or Madam (a beloved person; used as terms of endearment)
knighted as a sirHard to knighted as a sir, meaning to raise (someone) to knighthood
Sir Echo in board discussionsVery Hard describing Sir Echo in board discussions (term of address for a man)

slice /slaɪs/

a slice of pizzaEasy referring to a slice of pizza
slice of the market shareMedium to slice of the market share, meaning to make a clean cut through
slice operating expenditureHard to slice operating expenditure, meaning to make a clean cut through
take a hefty slice of the pieVery Hard to perform, accept, or undertake an action regarding a hefty slice of the pie

snack /snæk/

healthy snackEasy describing healthy snack (having or indicating good health in body or mind; free from infirmity or disease)
snack bar in the office loungeMedium to snack bar in the office lounge, meaning to eat a snack; eat lightly
snack on energy bars between shiftsHard to snack on energy bars between shifts, meaning to eat a snack; eat lightly
snack-sized nuggets of misinformationVery Hard a collocation phrase: snack-sized nuggets of misinformation

soup /sup/

hot soupEasy describing hot soup (used of physical heat; having a high or higher than desirable temperature or giving off heat or feeling or causing a sensation of heat or burning)
soup of the day on the lunch menuMedium to soup of the day on the lunch menu, meaning to dope (a racehorse)
soup kitchen for community reliefHard to soup kitchen for community relief, meaning to dope (a racehorse)
from soup to nutsVery Hard indicating the source, starting point, or origin of soup to nuts

specialty /ˈspɛʃəlti/

local specialtyEasy describing local specialty (public transport consisting of a bus or train that stops at all stations or stops)
chef's specialty dishMedium a collocation phrase: chef's specialty dish
medical specialty board certificationHard describing medical specialty board certification (a thorough physical examination; includes a variety of tests depending on the age and sex and health of the person)
loss leader specialty enticing footfallVery Hard describing loss leader specialty enticing footfall (something that is lost)

split /splɪt/

split the billEasy to split the bill, meaning to separate into parts or portions
split into two project teamsMedium to split into two project teams, meaning to separate into parts or portions
stock split aimed at boosting liquidityHard to stock split aimed at boosting liquidity, meaning to have on hand
split hairs over minor technicalitiesVery Hard to split hairs over minor technicalities, meaning to separate into parts or portions

steak /steɪk/

beef steakEasy to beef steak, meaning to complain
order a medium-rare steak at dinnerMedium to order a medium-rare steak at dinner, meaning to give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority
premium wagyu steak certificationHard describing premium wagyu steak certification (payment for insurance)
sell the sizzle not the steakVery Hard to exchange goods or services for money regarding the sizzle not the steak

stir /stɝ/

stir the soupEasy to stir the soup, meaning to move an implement through
stir up enthusiasm among team membersMedium to stir up enthusiasm among team members, meaning to move an implement through
stir controversy over executive remunerationHard to stir controversy over executive remuneration, meaning to move an implement through
cause quite a stir in international financial circlesVery Hard to cause quite a stir in international financial circles, meaning to give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally

sugar /ˈʃʊɡɚ/

cup of sugarEasy to cup of sugar, meaning to form into the shape of a cup
blood sugar monitoring deviceMedium to blood sugar monitoring device, meaning to smear with blood, as in a hunting initiation rite, where the face of a person is smeared with the blood of the kill
sugar commodity futures tradingHard to sugar commodity futures trading, meaning to sweeten with sugar
sugar the pill of bitter restructuringVery Hard to sugar the pill of bitter restructuring, meaning to sweeten with sugar

superb /sʊˈpɝb/

superb qualityEasy describing superb quality (of surpassing excellence)
deliver superb customer serviceMedium to bring or provide results or goods regarding superb customer service
demonstrate superb leadership during restructuringHard to demonstrate superb leadership during restructuring, meaning to give an exhibition of to an interested audience
superb command of diplomatic statecraftVery Hard describing superb command of diplomatic statecraft (of surpassing excellence)

sweet /swit/

sweet tasteEasy describing sweet taste (English phonetician; one of the founders of modern phonetics (1845-1912))
sweet deal negotiated with suppliersMedium describing sweet deal negotiated with suppliers (English phonetician; one of the founders of modern phonetics (1845-1912))
sweet smell of commercial triumphHard describing sweet smell of commercial triumph (English phonetician; one of the founders of modern phonetics (1845-1912))
revenge is sweet but fleeting in corporate warfareVery Hard to revenge is sweet but fleeting in corporate warfare, meaning to take revenge for a perceived wrong

table /ˈteɪbəl/

dining tableEasy to dining table, meaning to have supper; eat dinner
table the motion until the next meetingMedium to table the motion until the next meeting, meaning to hold back to a later time
bring tangible concessions to the negotiation tableHard to cause or carry to a place or result regarding tangible concessions to the negotiation table
turn the tables completely on aggressive biddersVery Hard to turn the tables completely on aggressive bidders, meaning to change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense
set the tableEasy to establish or arrange in a specific position regarding the table

tablecloth /ˈteɪbəlˌklɔθ/

clean tableclothEasy to clean tablecloth, meaning to make clean by removing dirt, filth, or unwanted substances from
stain-resistant tablecloth for banquet diningMedium a collocation phrase: stain-resistant tablecloth for banquet dining
linen tablecloth maintenance specificationsHard describing linen tablecloth maintenance specifications (a fabric woven with fibers from the flax plant)
pull the tablecloth without toppling crystal glasswareVery Hard to pull the tablecloth without toppling crystal glassware, meaning to cause to move by pulling

taste /teɪst/

good tasteEasy describing good taste (benefit)
cater to shifting consumer tastes in retailMedium to cater to shifting consumer tastes in retail, meaning to give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance
acquire a taste for complex financial engineeringHard to acquire a taste for complex financial engineering, meaning to come into the possession of something concrete or abstract
leave a bitter taste in the mouths of betrayed investorsVery Hard to leave a bitter taste in the mouths of betrayed investors, meaning to go away from a place

tasty /ˈteɪsti/

tasty mealEasy describing tasty meal (pleasing to the sense of taste)
tasty sample treats offered at the food exhibitionMedium describing tasty sample treats offered at the food exhibition (pleasing to the sense of taste)
prepare tasty appetizers complying with dietary rulesHard to prepare tasty appetizers complying with dietary rules, meaning to make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc
a tasty morsel for corporate predators seeking assetsVery Hard referring to a tasty morsel for corporate predators seeking assets

tea /ti/

hot cup of teaEasy describing hot cup of tea (used of physical heat; having a high or higher than desirable temperature or giving off heat or feeling or causing a sensation of heat or burning)
afternoon tea break in the office loungeMedium describing afternoon tea break in the office lounge (the part of the day between noon and evening)
organic green tea export standardsHard describing organic green tea export standards (a fertilizer that is derived from animal or vegetable matter)
not one's cup of tea in career choicesVery Hard describing not one's cup of tea in career choices (negation of a word or group of words)

tip /tɪp/

leave a tipEasy to leave a tip, meaning to go away from a place
practical tipsMedium describing practical tips (concerned with actual use or practice)
invaluable insider tipHard describing invaluable insider tip (having incalculable monetary, intellectual, or spiritual worth)
tip of the icebergVery Hard to tip of the iceberg, meaning to cause to tilt

tomato /təˈmeɪˌtoʊ/

ripe tomatoEasy describing ripe tomato (fully developed or matured and ready to be eaten or used)
canned tomatoesMedium to canned tomatoes, meaning to preserve in a can or tin
sundried tomato pasteHard describing sundried tomato paste (dried naturally by the sun)
throw rotten tomatoes at criticsVery Hard to throw rotten tomatoes at critics, meaning to propel through the air

tray /treɪ/

serving tray with drinksEasy to serving tray with drinks, meaning to serve a purpose, role, or function
in-tray piled high with paperworkMedium describing in-tray piled high with paperwork (a wood or metal receptacle placed on your desk to hold your incoming material)
sterile surgical instrument trayHard describing sterile surgical instrument tray (incapable of reproducing)
handed over on a silver tray without meritVery Hard to handed over on a silver tray without merit, meaning to place into the hands or custody of

tuna /ˈtunə/

canned tuna saladEasy to canned tuna salad, meaning to preserve in a can or tin
fresh tuna sashimi specialMedium describing fresh tuna sashimi special (recently made, produced, or harvested)
global tuna quota sustainability pactHard describing global tuna quota sustainability pact (involving the entire earth; not limited or provincial in scope)
prized bluefin tuna auctioned for astronomical sumsVery Hard to prized bluefin tuna auctioned for astronomical sums, meaning to hold dear

vanilla /vəˈnɪlə/

vanilla ice creamEasy describing vanilla ice cream (any of numerous climbing plants of the genus Vanilla having fleshy leaves and clusters of large waxy highly fragrant white or green or topaz flowers)
plain vanilla contract templateMedium to plain vanilla contract template, meaning to express complaints, discontent, displeasure, or unhappiness
vanilla interest rate swap agreementHard describing vanilla interest rate swap agreement (any of numerous climbing plants of the genus Vanilla having fleshy leaves and clusters of large waxy highly fragrant white or green or topaz flowers)
disguised vanilla transactions conceal toxic derivativesVery Hard to disguised vanilla transactions conceal toxic derivatives, meaning to make unrecognizable

vegetable /ˈvɛdʒtəbəl/

eat fresh vegetablesEasy to eat fresh vegetables, meaning to take in solid food
organic vegetable supplier contractMedium describing organic vegetable supplier contract (a fertilizer that is derived from animal or vegetable matter)
genetically modified vegetable export restrictionsHard describing genetically modified vegetable export restrictions (by genetic mechanisms)
reduced to a vegetable state by severe traumaVery Hard to reduced to a vegetable state by severe trauma, meaning to cut down on; make a reduction in

vegetarian /ˌvɛdʒəˈtɛˌriən/

vegetarian food optionsEasy describing vegetarian food options (eater of fruits and grains and nuts; someone who eats no meat or fish or (often) any animal products)
cater for strict vegetarian employeesMedium to cater for strict vegetarian employees, meaning to give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance
certified vegetarian and halal dietary standardsHard to certified vegetarian and halal dietary standards, meaning to provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes
fierce debate over the ethical imperatives of vegetarian dogmaVery Hard describing fierce debate over the ethical imperatives of vegetarian dogma (marked by extreme and violent energy)

waiter /ˈweɪtɚ/

call the waiter for the billEasy to contact, summon, or announce regarding the waiter for the bill
tipped the attentive restaurant waiter generouslyMedium to tipped the attentive restaurant waiter generously, meaning to cause to tilt
hire experienced silver-service banquet waitersHard to hire experienced silver-service banquet waiters, meaning to engage or hire for work
treated like a humble waiter by arrogant magnatesVery Hard to treated like a humble waiter by arrogant magnates, meaning to interact in a certain way

waitress /ˈweɪtrəs/

friendly waitress took our orderEasy describing friendly waitress took our order (troops belonging to or allied with your own military forces)
manage shift schedules for waitressesMedium to be in charge of or administer regarding shift schedules for waitresses
head banquet waitress oversees gala serviceHard to head banquet waitress oversees gala service, meaning to to go or travel towards
humble waitress unmasks a high-level espionage conspiracyVery Hard to humble waitress unmasks a high-level espionage conspiracy, meaning to cause to be unpretentious

wine /waɪn/

bottle of red wineEasy to bottle of red wine, meaning to store (liquids or gases) in bottles
company wine and cheese networking eventMedium to company wine and cheese networking event, meaning to be a companion to somebody
international tariff dispute on imported vintage wineHard describing international tariff dispute on imported vintage wine (any of several international socialist organizations)
pour new wine into old bottles of decayed bureaucracyVery Hard to pour new wine into old bottles of decayed bureaucracy, meaning to cause to run