Sản xuất & chất lượng

Dây chuyền sản xuất, kiểm tra chất lượng, lỗi sản phẩm.

accident /ˈæksədənt/

traffic accidentEasy to traffic accident, meaning to deal illegally
workplace accidentMedium describing workplace accident (a place where work is done)
prevent fatal accidentsHard to prevent fatal accidents, meaning to keep from happening or arising; make impossible
by sheer accidentVery Hard through the means, agency, or authority of sheer accident

agricultural /ˌæɡrəˈkʌltʃɚəl/

agricultural productsEasy describing agricultural products (relating to or used in or promoting agriculture or farming)
agricultural sector productivityMedium describing agricultural sector productivity (relating to or used in or promoting agriculture or farming)
agricultural subsidies elimination debateHard describing agricultural subsidies elimination debate (relating to or used in or promoting agriculture or farming)
agrarian reform and agricultural tenureVery Hard describing agrarian reform and agricultural tenure (relating to rural matters)

assemble /əˈsembl/

assemble furnitureEasy to assemble furniture, meaning to create by putting components or members together
assemble the project teamMedium to assemble the project team, meaning to create by putting components or members together
assemble components on the production lineHard to assemble components on the production line, meaning to create by putting components or members together
assemble conclusive forensic evidenceVery Hard to assemble conclusive forensic evidence, meaning to create by putting components or members together

assembly /əˈsembli/

school assemblyEasy to school assembly, meaning to educate in or as if in a school
automated assembly lineMedium to automated assembly line, meaning to make automatic or control or operate automatically
annual general assembly of shareholdersHard describing annual general assembly of shareholders ((botany) a plant that completes its entire life cycle within the space of a year)
freedom of assembly enshrined in lawVery Hard describing freedom of assembly enshrined in law (the condition of being free; the power to act or speak or think without externally imposed restraints)

auto /ˈɔtoʊ/

auto repair shopEasy describing auto repair shop (a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine)
auto insurance policy coverageMedium describing auto insurance policy coverage (a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine)
auto manufacturing supply chainsHard describing auto manufacturing supply chains (a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine)
autonomous auto pilot liability issuesVery Hard describing autonomous auto pilot liability issues ((of political bodies) not controlled by outside forces)

automate /ˈɔtəˌmeɪt/

automate simple tasksEasy to automate simple tasks, meaning to make automatic or control or operate automatically
automate invoice workflowsMedium to automate invoice workflows, meaning to make automatic or control or operate automatically
automate warehouse logisticsHard to automate warehouse logistics, meaning to make automatic or control or operate automatically
fully automate trading executionVery Hard describing fully automate trading execution (to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (`full' in this sense is used as a combining form))

automobile /ˈɔtəmoʊˌbil/

drive an automobileEasy to drive an automobile, meaning to operate or control a vehicle
automobile assembly plant operationsMedium to automobile assembly plant operations, meaning to travel in an automobile
electric automobile market penetrationHard describing electric automobile market penetration (a car that is powered by electricity)
automobile emissions standard complianceVery Hard to automobile emissions standard compliance, meaning to travel in an automobile

automotive /ˌɔtəˈmoʊtɪv/

automotive partsEasy describing automotive parts (of or relating to motor vehicles)
automotive industry slowdownMedium describing automotive industry slowdown (of or relating to motor vehicles)
automotive supply chain disruptionsHard describing automotive supply chain disruptions (of or relating to motor vehicles)
automotive semiconductor innovationsVery Hard describing automotive semiconductor innovations (of or relating to motor vehicles)

benchmark /ˈbentʃmɑːrk/

set a benchmarkEasy to establish or arrange in a specific position regarding a benchmark
benchmark against rivalsMedium describing benchmark against rivals (a standard by which something can be measured or judged)
established benchmark interest rateHard to established benchmark interest rate, meaning to set up or found
gold standard benchmark for excellenceVery Hard describing gold standard benchmark for excellence (coins made of gold)

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

chemical /ˈkɛməkəl/

store cleaning chemical bottles safelyEasy to store cleaning chemical bottles safely, meaning to keep or lay aside for future use
handle toxic industrial chemical drums carefullyMedium to manage, deal with, or operate regarding toxic industrial chemical drums carefully
synthetic chemical pesticide compound runoffHard describing synthetic chemical pesticide compound runoff (a compound made artificially by chemical reactions)
clinical intervention for chemical dependency disordersVery Hard describing clinical intervention for chemical dependency disorders (relating to a clinic or conducted in or as if in a clinic and depending on direct observation of patients)

coal /koʊl/

burn black coal lumps in winter stoveEasy to burn black coal lumps in winter stove, meaning to destroy by fire
drastically curb toxic coal-fired thermal plant emissionsMedium describing drastically curb toxic coal-fired thermal plant emissions (in a drastic manner)
accelerate strategic phase-out of metallurgical coal extractionHard to accelerate strategic phase-out of metallurgical coal extraction, meaning to move faster
haul negligent subcontractors over the coals ruthlesslyVery Hard to haul negligent subcontractors over the coals ruthlessly, meaning to draw slowly or heavily

component /kəmˈpoʊnənt/

assemble electronic toy parts and componentsEasy to assemble electronic toy parts and components, meaning to create by putting components or members together
indispensable component of corporate marketing growth strategyMedium describing indispensable component of corporate marketing growth strategy (not to be dispensed with; essential)
procure precision-machined aerospace modular components reliablyHard to procure precision-machined aerospace modular components reliably, meaning to get by special effort
constitute an integral component of constitutional separation of powersVery Hard to constitute an integral component of constitutional separation of powers, meaning to form or compose

compound /ˈkɑmpaʊnd/

mix organic chemical mineral compound powderEasy to mix organic chemical mineral compound powder, meaning to mix together different elements
enter high-security guarded industrial factory compoundMedium to join, participate, or input into an agreement or space regarding high-security guarded industrial factory compound
exponential power of compound interest investmentsHard describing exponential power of compound interest investments (a function in which an independent variable appears as an exponent)
compound tragic policy errors with obstinate arroganceVery Hard to compound tragic policy errors with obstinate arrogance, meaning to make more intense, stronger, or more marked

conform /kənˈfɔːrm/

conform to high school dress code regulationsEasy to conform to high school dress code regulations, meaning to be similar, be in line with
conform rigorously to industrial quality engineering specificationsMedium to conform rigorously to industrial quality engineering specifications, meaning to be similar, be in line with
conform with statutory competition law guidelinesHard to conform with statutory competition law guidelines, meaning to be similar, be in line with
refuse courageously to conform to suffocating ideological dogmatismVery Hard to refuse courageously to conform to suffocating ideological dogmatism, meaning to show unwillingness towards

contain /kənˈteɪn/

cardboard box contains colorful toy wooden puzzlesEasy describing cardboard box contains colorful toy wooden puzzles (a stiff moderately thick paper)
sealed archives contain sensitive corporate financial recordsMedium to sealed archives contain sensitive corporate financial records, meaning to make tight; secure against leakage
mobilize public health resources to contain viral contagionHard to mobilize public health resources to contain viral contagion, meaning to make ready for action or use
barely able to contain righteous seething indignation at injusticeVery Hard describing barely able to contain righteous seething indignation at injustice (only a very short time before; ; ; ; ; - W.B.Yeats)

container /kənˈteɪnɚ/

store leftovers in airtight plastic food containerEasy to store leftovers in airtight plastic food container, meaning to keep or lay aside for future use
load standardized intermodal shipping container onto freight trainMedium to load standardized intermodal shipping container onto freight train, meaning to fill or place a load on
optimize transoceanic intermodal shipping container logistics flowsHard to optimize transoceanic intermodal shipping container logistics flows, meaning to make optimal; get the most out of; use best
reinforced subterranean containment container encasing nuclear wasteVery Hard to reinforced subterranean containment container encasing nuclear waste, meaning to make stronger

continuous /kənˈtɪnjuəs/

continuous rainEasy describing continuous rain (continuing in time or space without interruption; - James Jeans)
continuous improvementMedium describing continuous improvement (continuing in time or space without interruption; - James Jeans)
continuous assessmentHard describing continuous assessment (continuing in time or space without interruption; - James Jeans)
continuous variable analysisVery Hard describing continuous variable analysis (continuing in time or space without interruption; - James Jeans)

control /kənˈtroʊl/

out of controlEasy to out of control, meaning to to state openly and publicly one's homosexuality
quality controlMedium describing quality control (an essential and distinguishing attribute of something or someone; --Shakespeare)
regulatory controlHard describing regulatory control (restricting according to rules or principles)
exert tight control over expenditureVery Hard to exert tight control over expenditure, meaning to put to use

craft /kræft/

arts and craftsEasy describing arts and crafts (studies intended to provide general knowledge and intellectual skills (rather than occupational or professional skills))
master a craft through trainingMedium to master a craft through training, meaning to be or become completely proficient or skilled in
traditional craft guildHard describing traditional craft guild (consisting of or derived from tradition)
hone one's craft to sheer perfectionVery Hard to hone one's craft to sheer perfection, meaning to sharpen with a hone

crane /kreɪn/

construction craneEasy describing construction crane (the act of constructing something)
crane operator certifiedMedium to crane operator certified, meaning to stretch (the neck) so as to see better
heavy mobile crane capacityHard describing heavy mobile crane capacity (an actor who plays villainous roles)
crane one's neck to catch sight ofVery Hard to crane one's neck to catch sight of, meaning to stretch (the neck) so as to see better

crop /krɑp/

crop harvest seasonEasy to crop harvest season, meaning to cut short
bumper crop yieldMedium describing bumper crop yield (a glass filled to the brim (especially as a toast))
genetically modified crop regulationsHard describing genetically modified crop regulations (by genetic mechanisms)
crop up unexpectedly at worst momentVery Hard to crop up unexpectedly at worst moment, meaning to cut short

danger /ˈdeɪndʒɚ/

in serious dangerEasy indicating a state, position, or relationship within serious danger
danger of electrical hazardMedium describing danger of electrical hazard (the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury)
clear and present danger to safetyHard to clear and present danger to safety, meaning to rid of obstructions
flirt with danger recklesslyVery Hard to flirt with danger recklessly, meaning to talk or behave amorously, without serious intentions

dangerous /ˈdeɪndʒɚəs/

dangerous mountain roadEasy describing dangerous mountain road (involving or causing danger or risk; liable to hurt or harm)
dangerous working environmentMedium describing dangerous working environment (involving or causing danger or risk; liable to hurt or harm)
highly dangerous toxic compoundHard describing highly dangerous toxic compound (to a high degree or extent; favorably or with much respect)
tread on dangerous ground in debateVery Hard to tread on dangerous ground in debate, meaning to put down or press the foot, place the foot

defect /ˈdiːfekt/

product defect detectedEasy describing product defect detected (commodities offered for sale)
manufacturing defect warranty claimMedium to manufacturing defect warranty claim, meaning to put together out of artificial or natural components or parts; ; ; He manufactured a popular cereal"
latent defect discovered during auditHard describing latent defect discovered during audit (potentially existing but not presently evident or realized)
defect to the rival campVery Hard to defect to the rival camp, meaning to desert (a cause, a country or an army), often in order to join the opposing cause, country, or army

defective /dɪˈfektɪv/

defective item returnedEasy describing defective item returned (having a defect)
replace a defective component promptlyMedium to replace a defective component promptly, meaning to substitute a person or thing for (another that is broken or inefficient or lost or no longer working or yielding what is expected)
recall defective vehicles nationwideHard to recall defective vehicles nationwide, meaning to recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection
liable for damage caused by defective partsVery Hard describing liable for damage caused by defective parts (at risk of or subject to experiencing something usually unpleasant)

designer /dɪˈzaɪnɚ/

fashion designer clothesEasy to fashion designer clothes, meaning to make out of components (often in an improvising manner)
interior designer consultationMedium describing interior designer consultation (the region that is inside of something)
lead industrial designer on projectHard to guide, direct, or be in charge of regarding industrial designer on project
acclaimed couture designer fashion lineVery Hard to acclaimed couture designer fashion line, meaning to praise vociferously

dimension /dɪˈmɛnʃən/

measure box dimensionsEasy to measure box dimensions, meaning to determine the measurements of something or somebody, take measurements of
add a new dimension to the teamMedium to add a new dimension to the team, meaning to make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of
multi-dimensional risk assessmentHard a collocation phrase: multi-dimensional risk assessment
uncover an ominous dimension to the scandalVery Hard to uncover an ominous dimension to the scandal, meaning to make visible

discard /dɪˈskɑːrd/

discard old clothesEasy to discard old clothes, meaning to throw or cast away
discard obsolete office equipmentMedium to discard obsolete office equipment, meaning to throw or cast away
discard unviable policy optionsHard to discard unviable policy options, meaning to throw or cast away
discard scruples in pursuit of powerVery Hard to discard scruples in pursuit of power, meaning to throw or cast away

discontinue /dɪskənˈtɪnju/

discontinue a product lineEasy to discontinue a product line, meaning to put an end to a state or an activity
discontinue services due to non-paymentMedium to discontinue services due to non-payment, meaning to put an end to a state or an activity
discontinue unprofitable business unitsHard to discontinue unprofitable business units, meaning to put an end to a state or an activity
discontinue life-sustaining medical treatmentVery Hard to discontinue life-sustaining medical treatment, meaning to put an end to a state or an activity

dock /dɑk/

boat at the dockEasy to boat at the dock, meaning to ride in a boat on water
loading dock behind the warehouseMedium to loading dock behind the warehouse, meaning to fill or place a load on
dry dock for ship maintenanceHard to dry dock for ship maintenance, meaning to remove the moisture from and make dry
stand in the prisoner dock awaiting verdictVery Hard to endure, maintain position, or remain upright regarding in the prisoner dock awaiting verdict

drill /drɪl/

use an electric drillEasy to use an electric drill, meaning to put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose
fire evacuation drill at the officeMedium to fire evacuation drill at the office, meaning to start firing a weapon
drill down into granular customer analyticsHard to drill down into granular customer analytics, meaning to make a hole, especially with a pointed power or hand tool
military precision drill executionVery Hard describing military precision drill execution (the military forces of a nation)

durable /ˈdʊrəbəl/

durable leather shoesEasy describing durable leather shoes (existing for a long time)
durable office furniture purchaseMedium describing durable office furniture purchase (existing for a long time)
orders for durable manufactured goodsHard to orders for durable manufactured goods, meaning to give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority
forge a durable peace accord between nationsVery Hard to forge a durable peace accord between nations, meaning to create by hammering

environmentally /ɪnˌvaɪrənˈmɛntəli/

environmentally friendlyEasy describing environmentally friendly (for the environment)
environmentally safe productsMedium describing environmentally safe products (for the environment)
environmentally conscious practiceHard describing environmentally conscious practice (for the environment)
environmentally sustainable supply chainVery Hard describing environmentally sustainable supply chain (for the environment)

equip /ɪˈkwɪp/

equip with toolsEasy to equip with tools, meaning to provide with (something) usually for a specific purpose
fully equip the workshopMedium describing fully equip the workshop (to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (`full' in this sense is used as a combining form))
equip managers with skillsHard to equip managers with skills, meaning to provide with (something) usually for a specific purpose
suitably equip to handle insolvencyVery Hard describing suitably equip to handle insolvency (in an appropriate manner)
fully equippedEasy describing fully equipped (to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (`full' in this sense is used as a combining form))

equipment /ɪˈkwɪpmənt/

office equipmentEasy describing office equipment (place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed)
safety equipmentMedium describing safety equipment (the state of being certain that adverse effects will not be caused by some agent under defined conditions)
heavy equipment leasingHard describing heavy equipment leasing (an actor who plays villainous roles)
capital expenditure on obsolete equipmentVery Hard describing capital expenditure on obsolete equipment (assets available for use in the production of further assets)
state-of-the-art equipmentHard describing state-of-the-art equipment (the highest level of development at a particular time (especially the present time))

exhaust /ɪɡˈzɔst/

car exhaust pipeEasy describing car exhaust pipe (a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine)
exhaust all optionsMedium to exhaust all options, meaning to wear out completely
exhaust budget limitHard to exhaust budget limit, meaning to wear out completely
exhaust administrative remedies before litigationVery Hard to exhaust administrative remedies before litigation, meaning to wear out completely

fabric /ˈfæbrɪk/

cotton fabricEasy to cotton fabric, meaning to take a liking to
durable upholstery fabricMedium describing durable upholstery fabric (existing for a long time)
rip the social fabricHard to rip the social fabric, meaning to tear or be torn violently
woven into fabric of company ethosVery Hard to woven into fabric of company ethos, meaning to interlace by or as if by weaving

facility /fəˈsɪləti/

storage facilityEasy describing storage facility (the act of storing something)
research facilityMedium to research facility, meaning to attempt to find out in a systematically and scientific manner
credit facility renewalHard to credit facility renewal, meaning to give someone credit for something
revolving credit facility drawdownVery Hard to revolving credit facility drawdown, meaning to turn on or around an axis or a center

factory /ˈfæktɚi/

car factoryEasy describing car factory (a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine)
factory floor managerMedium describing factory floor manager (a plant consisting of one or more buildings with facilities for manufacturing)
factory output declineHard describing factory output decline (a plant consisting of one or more buildings with facilities for manufacturing)
automated smart factory transformationVery Hard to automated smart factory transformation, meaning to make automatic or control or operate automatically

faulty /ˈfɔlti/

faulty wiringEasy describing faulty wiring (having a defect)
return faulty merchandiseMedium to return faulty merchandise, meaning to go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before
recall faulty automotive partsHard to recall faulty automotive parts, meaning to recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection
faulty premise undermines hypothesisVery Hard describing faulty premise undermines hypothesis (having a defect)

flaw /flɔː/

minor flawEasy describing minor flaw (a young person of either sex)
design flaw in the productMedium to design flaw in the product, meaning to make or work out a plan for; devise
fatal flaw in business logicHard describing fatal flaw in business logic (bringing death)
flaw undermines patent enforceabilityVery Hard to flaw undermines patent enforceability, meaning to add a flaw or blemish to; make imperfect or defective

foreman /ˈfɔrmən/

site foremanEasy to site foreman, meaning to assign a location to
shop foreman instructionsMedium to shop foreman instructions, meaning to do one's shopping
experienced construction foremanHard to experienced construction foreman, meaning to go or live through
foreman of the jury delivers verdictVery Hard describing foreman of the jury delivers verdict (a person who exercises control over workers)

formula /ˈfɔrmjələ/

baby formula milkEasy to baby formula milk, meaning to treat with excessive indulgence
mathematical formulaMedium describing mathematical formula (of or pertaining to or of the nature of mathematics)
formula for calculating severance payHard describing formula for calculating severance pay (a group of symbols that make a mathematical statement)
win win formula unlocks deadlocked negotiationsVery Hard to win win formula unlocks deadlocked negotiations, meaning to be the winner in a contest or competition; be victorious

fuel /ˈfjuəl/

fossil fuel consumptionEasy describing fossil fuel consumption (someone whose style is out of fashion)
fuel efficiency of company fleetMedium to fuel efficiency of company fleet, meaning to provide with a combustible substance that provides energy
fuel inflationary pressures in economyHard to fuel inflationary pressures in economy, meaning to provide with a combustible substance that provides energy
add fuel to fire in hostile negotiationsVery Hard to add fuel to fire in hostile negotiations, meaning to make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of

garment /ˈɡɑrmənt/

outer garment for winterEasy describing outer garment for winter (being on the outside or further from a center)
garment manufacturing factoryMedium to garment manufacturing factory, meaning to provide with clothes or put clothes on
textile and garment export quotasHard describing textile and garment export quotas (artifact made by weaving or felting or knitting or crocheting natural or synthetic fibers)
sweatshop conditions in garment plantsVery Hard describing sweatshop conditions in garment plants (factory where workers do piecework for poor pay and are prevented from forming unions; common in the clothing industry)

gear /ɡɪr/

safety gearEasy describing safety gear (the state of being certain that adverse effects will not be caused by some agent under defined conditions)
shift into high gear on projectMedium to shift into high gear on project, meaning to make a shift in or exchange of
capital gearing ratio analysisHard describing capital gearing ratio analysis (assets available for use in the production of further assets)
geared balance sheet vulnerable to rate hikesVery Hard to geared balance sheet vulnerable to rate hikes, meaning to set the level or character of

glove /ɡlʌv/

wear glovesEasy to have on one's body as clothing or accessory regarding gloves
protective glovesMedium describing protective gloves (intended or adapted to afford protection of some kind)
sterile glovesHard describing sterile gloves (incapable of reproducing)
fit like a gloveVery Hard to fit like a glove, meaning to be agreeable or acceptable to

grain /ɡreɪn/

grain of riceEasy to grain of rice, meaning to thoroughly work in
grain storage facilityMedium to grain storage facility, meaning to thoroughly work in
coarse grainHard describing coarse grain (of textures that are rough to the touch or substances consisting of relatively large particles)
go against the grainVery Hard to go against the grain, meaning to change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

hazard /ˈhæzɚd/

safety hazardEasy describing safety hazard (the state of being certain that adverse effects will not be caused by some agent under defined conditions)
occupational health hazardMedium describing occupational health hazard (of or relating to the activity or business for which you are trained)
hazard mitigation protocolHard to hazard mitigation protocol, meaning to put forward, of a guess, in spite of possible refutation
moral hazard arising from government bailoutsVery Hard describing moral hazard arising from government bailouts (the significance of a story or event)

hazardous /ˈhæzɚdəs/

hazardous conditionsEasy describing hazardous conditions (involving risk or danger)
hazardous waste disposalMedium describing hazardous waste disposal (involving risk or danger)
transport of hazardous materialsHard to transport of hazardous materials, meaning to move something or somebody around; usually over long distances
hazardous journey fraught with unforeseen perilsVery Hard describing hazardous journey fraught with unforeseen perils (involving risk or danger)

helmet /ˈhɛlmət/

wear a safety helmetEasy to have on one's body as clothing or accessory regarding a safety helmet
hard helmet requirement on construction siteMedium describing hard helmet requirement on construction site (not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure)
crash-tested motorcycle helmetHard a collocation phrase: crash-tested motorcycle helmet
don a gleaming helmet of steel resolveVery Hard to don a gleaming helmet of steel resolve, meaning to put clothing on one's body
wear a helmetEasy to have on one's body as clothing or accessory regarding a helmet

industrial /ˌɪnˈdʌstriəl/

industrial zoneEasy describing industrial zone (of or relating to or resulting from industry)
industrial waste treatment plantMedium describing industrial waste treatment plant (of or relating to or resulting from industry)
industrial relations dispute arbitrationHard describing industrial relations dispute arbitration (of or relating to or resulting from industry)
Fourth Industrial Revolution transforming economiesVery Hard describing Fourth Industrial Revolution transforming economies (following the third position; number four in a countable series)

inefficient /ˌɪnɪˈfɪʃənt/

inefficient methodEasy describing inefficient method (not producing desired results; wasteful)
replace inefficient office lightingMedium to replace inefficient office lighting, meaning to substitute a person or thing for (another that is broken or inefficient or lost or no longer working or yielding what is expected)
eliminate inefficient redundanciesHard to eliminate inefficient redundancies, meaning to terminate, end, or take out
inefficient allocation of capitalVery Hard describing inefficient allocation of capital (not producing desired results; wasteful)

inspect /ɪnˈspekt/

inspect the carEasy to inspect the car, meaning to look over carefully
inspect factory safety equipmentMedium to inspect factory safety equipment, meaning to look over carefully
inspect financial accounts for fraudHard to inspect financial accounts for fraud, meaning to look over carefully
inspect minutiae under forensic scrutinyVery Hard to inspect minutiae under forensic scrutiny, meaning to look over carefully

inspection /ˌɪnˈspɛkʃən/

visual inspectionEasy describing visual inspection (relating to or using sight)
pass safety inspectionMedium to pass safety inspection, meaning to go across or through
rigorous on-site compliance inspectionHard describing rigorous on-site compliance inspection (rigidly accurate; allowing no deviation from a standard)
routine inspection uncovering structural rotVery Hard describing routine inspection uncovering structural rot (an unvarying or habitual method or procedure)

inspector /ˌɪnˈspɛktɚ/

building inspectorEasy to building inspector, meaning to make by combining materials and parts
quality control inspectorMedium describing quality control inspector (an essential and distinguishing attribute of something or someone; --Shakespeare)
chief health and safety inspectorHard describing chief health and safety inspector (a person who is in charge)
inspector general issuing scathing reportVery Hard describing inspector general issuing scathing report (a high ranking police officer)

iron /ˈaɪɚn/

iron your clothesEasy to iron your clothes, meaning to press and smooth with a heated iron
iron out minor differencesMedium to iron out minor differences, meaning to press and smooth with a heated iron
iron ore extraction concessionHard to iron ore extraction concession, meaning to press and smooth with a heated iron
rule with an iron fistVery Hard to rule with an iron fist, meaning to exercise authority over; as of nations

label /ˈleɪbəl/

read the labelEasy to look at and comprehend written text regarding the label
private label retail productsMedium describing private label retail products (an enlisted man of the lowest rank in the Army or Marines)
statutory label requirements for foodHard describing statutory label requirements for food (relating to or created by statutes)
slap a label on dissentersVery Hard to slap a label on dissenters, meaning to hit with something flat, like a paddle or the open hand

labor /ˈleɪbɚ/

manual laborEasy physical work performed with hands and bodily exertion
labor market trends analysisMedium analytical evaluation of employment and workforce dynamics
collective bargaining labor contractHard a legally negotiated employment agreement between union and management
labor of love undertaken for freeVery Hard work done out of passion and dedication without expectation of financial gain

layer /ˈleɪɚ/

thick layerEasy describing thick layer (the location of something surrounded by other things)
protective layerMedium describing protective layer (intended or adapted to afford protection of some kind)
an additional layer of securityHard referring to an additional layer of security
strip away layers of bureaucracyVery Hard to strip away layers of bureaucracy, meaning to take away possessions from someone

liquid /ˈlɪkwəd/

drink plenty of liquidsEasy to drink plenty of liquids, meaning to take in liquids
liquid soap dispenserMedium describing liquid soap dispenser (a substance that is liquid at room temperature and pressure)
maintain adequate liquid assetsHard to keep in good condition or preserve regarding adequate liquid assets
convert investment portfolio into liquid cashVery Hard to convert investment portfolio into liquid cash, meaning to change from one system to another or to a new plan or policy

load /loʊd/

heavy loadEasy describing heavy load (an actor who plays villainous roles)
manage heavy work loadMedium to be in charge of or administer regarding heavy work load
maximum payload capacityHard describing maximum payload capacity (the largest possible quantity)
take a load off one's feetVery Hard to perform, accept, or undertake an action regarding a load off one's feet
load boxesEasy to load boxes, meaning to fill or place a load on

machine /məˈʃin/

washing machineEasy to washing machine, meaning to clean with some chemical process
coffee vending machineMedium describing coffee vending machine (a beverage consisting of an infusion of ground coffee beans)
automated machine diagnosticsHard to automated machine diagnostics, meaning to make automatic or control or operate automatically
a tiny cog in a vast corporate machineVery Hard referring to a tiny cog in a vast corporate machine

machinery /məˈʃinɚi/

farm machineryEasy to farm machinery, meaning to be a farmer; work as a farmer
heavy industrial machineryMedium describing heavy industrial machinery (an actor who plays villainous roles)
periodic servicing of plant machineryHard describing periodic servicing of plant machinery (happening or recurring at regular intervals)
cumbersome administrative machineryVery Hard describing cumbersome administrative machinery (difficult to handle or use especially because of size or weight)

maintenance /ˈmeɪntənəns/

car maintenanceEasy describing car maintenance (a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine)
routine maintenance scheduleMedium describing routine maintenance schedule (an unvarying or habitual method or procedure)
preventative maintenance protocolsHard describing preventative maintenance protocols (remedy that prevents or slows the course of an illness or disease)
high-maintenance client relationshipVery Hard a collocation phrase: high-maintenance client relationship
under maintenanceMedium subject to the authority, condition, or terms of maintenance

maker /ˈmeɪkɚ/

coffee makerEasy describing coffee maker (a beverage consisting of an infusion of ground coffee beans)
key decision makerMedium to key decision maker, meaning to identify as in botany or biology, for example
policy maker deliberationsHard describing policy maker deliberations (a plan of action adopted by an individual or social group)
astute deal maker orchestrating mergersVery Hard describing astute deal maker orchestrating mergers (marked by practical hardheaded intelligence)

malfunction /ˌmælˈfʌŋkʃn/

machine malfunctionEasy to machine malfunction, meaning to turn, shape, mold, or otherwise finish by machinery
report a technical malfunctionMedium to report a technical malfunction, meaning to to give an account or representation of in words
catastrophic equipment malfunctionHard describing catastrophic equipment malfunction (extremely harmful; bringing physical or financial ruin)
diagnose intermittent system malfunctionVery Hard to diagnose intermittent system malfunction, meaning to determine or distinguish the nature of a problem or an illness through a diagnostic analysis

manufacture /ˌmænjəˈfæktʃɚ/

manufacture goodsEasy to manufacture goods, meaning to put together out of artificial or natural components or parts; ; ; He manufactured a popular cereal"
manufacture electronic componentsMedium to manufacture electronic components, meaning to put together out of artificial or natural components or parts; ; ; He manufactured a popular cereal"
high-precision components manufactureHard a collocation phrase: high-precision components manufacture
manufacture a cynical pretext for disputeVery Hard to manufacture a cynical pretext for dispute, meaning to put together out of artificial or natural components or parts; ; ; He manufactured a popular cereal"

manufacturer /ˌmænjəˈfæktʃɚɚ/

car manufacturerEasy describing car manufacturer (a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine)
original equipment manufacturerMedium describing original equipment manufacturer (an original creation (i.e., an audio recording) from which copies can be made)
leading pharmaceutical manufacturerHard to leading pharmaceutical manufacturer, meaning to take somebody somewhere
product liability lawsuits against the manufacturerVery Hard describing product liability lawsuits against the manufacturer (commodities offered for sale)

material /məˈtɪriəl/

building materialEasy to building material, meaning to make by combining materials and parts
distribute marketing materialMedium to distribute marketing material, meaning to administer or bestow, as in small portions
material breach of warranty termsHard describing material breach of warranty terms (the tangible substance that goes into the makeup of a physical object)
dismiss evidence as immaterial and trivialVery Hard to dismiss evidence as immaterial and trivial, meaning to bar from attention or consideration

measurement /ˈmɛʒɚmənt/

take measurementEasy to perform, accept, or undertake an action regarding measurement
units of measurement on packagingMedium describing units of measurement on packaging (any division of quantity accepted as a standard of measurement or exchange)
precision measurement instruments in laboratoryHard describing precision measurement instruments in laboratory (the quality of being reproducible in amount or performance)
valuable beyond measurement in monetary termsVery Hard describing valuable beyond measurement in monetary terms (something of value)

metal /ˈmɛtəl/

scrap metalEasy to scrap metal, meaning to dispose of (something useless or old)
precision sheet metal fabricationMedium describing precision sheet metal fabrication (the quality of being reproducible in amount or performance)
heavy metal contamination in industrial runoffHard describing heavy metal contamination in industrial runoff (an actor who plays villainous roles)
put pedal to the metal to beat targetVery Hard to put pedal to the metal to beat target, meaning to put into a certain place or abstract location

mixture /ˈmɪkstʃɚ/

sweet mixtureEasy describing sweet mixture (English phonetician; one of the founders of modern phonetics (1845-1912))
chemical mixture storage regulationsMedium describing chemical mixture storage regulations (material produced by or used in a reaction involving changes in atoms or molecules)
complex mixture of geopolitical and fiscal hurdlesHard describing complex mixture of geopolitical and fiscal hurdles (a conceptual whole made up of complicated and related parts)
volatile mixture of hubris and speculative frenzyVery Hard describing volatile mixture of hubris and speculative frenzy (a volatile substance; a substance that changes readily from solid or liquid to a vapor)

model /ˈmɑdəl/

car modelEasy describing car model (a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine)
scalable business model validationMedium describing scalable business model validation (capable of being scaled; possible to scale)
predictive financial model simulationsHard describing predictive financial model simulations (of or relating to prediction; having value for making predictions)
shining role model of unimpeachable corporate integrityVery Hard to shining role model of unimpeachable corporate integrity, meaning to be bright by reflecting or casting light

modification /ˌmɑdəfəˈkeɪʃən/

minor modificationEasy describing minor modification (a young person of either sex)
software modification request formMedium describing software modification request form ((computer science) written programs or procedures or rules and associated documentation pertaining to the operation of a computer system and that are stored in read/write memory)
structural modification of debt covenant termsHard describing structural modification of debt covenant terms (relating to or caused by structure, especially political or economic structure)
undergo extensive genetic modification under scrutinyVery Hard to undergo extensive genetic modification under scrutiny, meaning to pass through

motor /ˈmoʊtɚ/

electric motorEasy describing electric motor (a car that is powered by electricity)
commercial motor vehicle registrationMedium describing commercial motor vehicle registration (a commercially sponsored ad on radio or television)
high-torque stepper motor specificationsHard a collocation phrase: high-torque stepper motor specifications
the primary motor driving macroeconomic expansionVery Hard referring to the primary motor driving macroeconomic expansion

operate /ˈɑpɚˌeɪt/

operate a machineEasy to operate a machine, meaning to direct or control; projects, businesses, etc
operate under budgetMedium to operate under budget, meaning to direct or control; projects, businesses, etc
operate at peak capacityHard to operate at peak capacity, meaning to direct or control; projects, businesses, etc
operate on a shoestring budgetVery Hard to operate on a shoestring budget, meaning to direct or control; projects, businesses, etc

operational /ˌɑpɚˈeɪʃənəl/

fully operationalEasy describing fully operational (to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (`full' in this sense is used as a combining form))
operational costMedium describing operational cost (pertaining to a process or series of actions for achieving a result)
operational efficiencyHard describing operational efficiency (pertaining to a process or series of actions for achieving a result)
achieve operational excellenceVery Hard to successfully accomplish or reach regarding operational excellence

output /ˈaʊtpʊt/

daily factory outputEasy describing daily factory output (a newspaper that is published every day)
increase manufacturing outputMedium to make or become greater regarding manufacturing output
curb overall carbon outputHard to curb overall carbon output, meaning to lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits
maximize output under stringent limitsVery Hard to maximize output under stringent limits, meaning to make as big or large as possible

pipe /paɪp/

water pipe under the sinkEasy to water pipe under the sink, meaning to supply with water, as with channels or ditches or streams
burst frozen pipe during winterMedium to burst frozen pipe during winter, meaning to come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure
construct cross-border oil pipeline infrastructureHard to construct cross-border oil pipeline infrastructure, meaning to make by combining materials and parts
pipe dream with no basis in realityVery Hard to pipe dream with no basis in reality, meaning to utter a shrill cry

plant /plænt/

water indoor potted plantsEasy to water indoor potted plants, meaning to supply with water, as with channels or ditches or streams
automobile manufacturing assembly plantMedium to automobile manufacturing assembly plant, meaning to travel in an automobile
nuclear power generating plant safetyHard describing nuclear power generating plant safety ((weapons) deriving destructive energy from the release of atomic energy)
plant evidence to frame an adversaryVery Hard to plant evidence to frame an adversary, meaning to put or set (seeds, seedlings, or plants) into the ground
water the plantsEasy to water the plants, meaning to supply with water, as with channels or ditches or streams

plastic /ˈplæstɪk/

disposable plastic water bottleEasy describing disposable plastic water bottle (an item that can be disposed of after it has been used)
reduce single-use plastic packagingMedium to decrease or lessen in amount or size regarding single-use plastic packaging
biodegradable bioplastic alternativesHard describing biodegradable bioplastic alternatives (capable of being decomposed by e.g. bacteria)
pay with plastic rather than banknotesVery Hard to give money in exchange for goods or services regarding with plastic rather than banknotes

pollute /pəˈlut/

pollute the local riverEasy to pollute the local river, meaning to make impure
pollute clean air with vehicle emissionsMedium to pollute clean air with vehicle emissions, meaning to make impure
fined for heavily polluting waterwaysHard to fined for heavily polluting waterways, meaning to issue a ticket or a fine to as a penalty
pollute public discourse with vitriolVery Hard to pollute public discourse with vitriol, meaning to make impure

procedure /prəˈsiːdʒər/

follow step-by-step proceduresEasy to adhere to instructions or guidelines regarding step-by-step procedures
standard operating procedure manualMedium describing standard operating procedure manual (a basis for comparison; a reference point against which other things can be evaluated)
undergo complex surgical medical proceduresHard to undergo complex surgical medical procedures, meaning to pass through
flout established parliamentary procedureVery Hard to flout established parliamentary procedure, meaning to treat with contemptuous disregard

produce /prəˈdus/

fresh farm produceEasy describing fresh farm produce (recently made, produced, or harvested)
produce high-quality consumer electronicsMedium to produce high-quality consumer electronics, meaning to bring forth or yield
produce compelling audit trail documentationHard to produce compelling audit trail documentation, meaning to bring forth or yield
produce stunning results defying all skepticsVery Hard to produce stunning results defying all skeptics, meaning to bring forth or yield

producer /prəˈdusɚ/

movie and film producerEasy describing movie and film producer (a form of entertainment that enacts a story by sound and a sequence of images giving the illusion of continuous movement)
leading independent energy producerMedium to leading independent energy producer, meaning to take somebody somewhere
dominant global agricultural commodity producerHard describing dominant global agricultural commodity producer ((music) the fifth note of the diatonic scale)
cartel of primary oil producers fixing quotasVery Hard describing cartel of primary oil producers fixing quotas (a consortium of independent organizations formed to limit competition by controlling the production and distribution of a product or service)

product /ˈprɑdəkt/

buy consumer products in supermarketEasy to obtain in exchange for payment regarding consumer products in supermarket
new product launch marketing campaignMedium describing new product launch marketing campaign (not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered)
gross domestic product annual growthHard to gross domestic product annual growth, meaning to earn before taxes, expenses, etc
byproduct of rapid industrializationVery Hard describing byproduct of rapid industrialization (a secondary and sometimes unexpected consequence)

production /prəˈdʌkʃən/

factory production lineEasy describing factory production line (a plant consisting of one or more buildings with facilities for manufacturing)
boost domestic automotive production capacityMedium to increase or improve significantly regarding domestic automotive production capacity
halt production due to supply shortagesHard to halt production due to supply shortages, meaning to cause to stop
means of production concentrated in few handsVery Hard to means of production concentrated in few hands, meaning to mean or intend to express or convey

protective /prəˈtɛktɪv/

wear protective plastic glovesEasy to have on one's body as clothing or accessory regarding protective plastic gloves
mandatory protective equipment in factoriesMedium describing mandatory protective equipment in factories (the recipient of a mandate)
enact protective tariffs on imported metalsHard to enact protective tariffs on imported metals, meaning to order by virtue of superior authority; decree
fiercely protective of proprietary trade secretsVery Hard describing fiercely protective of proprietary trade secrets (in a physically fierce manner)

pump /pʌmp/

gas pump at the service stationEasy to gas pump at the service station, meaning to attack with gas; subject to gas fumes
install high-capacity water drainage pumpsMedium to install high-capacity water drainage pumps, meaning to set up for use
pump liquidity into the banking systemHard to pump liquidity into the banking system, meaning to operate like a pump; move up and down, like a handle or a pedal
pump and dump fraudulent securities schemesVery Hard to pump and dump fraudulent securities schemes, meaning to operate like a pump; move up and down, like a handle or a pedal

pure /pjʊr/

drink pure bottled waterEasy to drink pure bottled water, meaning to take in liquids
pure wool winter coatMedium describing pure wool winter coat (free of extraneous elements of any kind)
engage in pure academic theoretical researchHard to engage in pure academic theoretical research, meaning to carry out or participate in an activity; be involved in
pure and unadulterated hubris bringing downfallVery Hard describing pure and unadulterated hubris bringing downfall (free of extraneous elements of any kind)

quality /ˈkwɑləti/

good qualityEasy describing good quality (benefit)
quality assurance policyMedium describing quality assurance policy (an essential and distinguishing attribute of something or someone; --Shakespeare)
adhere strictly to quality standardsHard to stick strictly to rules or policies regarding strictly to quality standards
uncompromising pursuit of qualityVery Hard describing uncompromising pursuit of quality (not making concessions)

raw /rɑ/

raw fish saladEasy describing raw fish salad (informal terms for nakedness)
source high-grade raw materialsMedium to source high-grade raw materials, meaning to get (a product) from another country or business
synthesize raw data into strategic insightsHard to synthesize raw data into strategic insights, meaning to combine so as to form a more complex, product
get a raw deal from the suppliersVery Hard to obtain, receive, or reach regarding a raw deal from the suppliers

recall /rɪˈkɔːl/

recall a childhood friendEasy to recall a childhood friend, meaning to recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection
announce an urgent product recallMedium to announce an urgent product recall, meaning to make known; make an announcement
institute a nationwide vehicle safety recallHard to institute a nationwide vehicle safety recall, meaning to set up or lay the groundwork for
diminished beyond recall of memoryVery Hard to diminished beyond recall of memory, meaning to decrease in size, extent, or range

redesign /ˌridɪˈzaɪn/

redesign a book coverEasy to redesign a book cover, meaning to design anew, make a new design for
redesign the corporate website layoutMedium to redesign the corporate website layout, meaning to design anew, make a new design for
undertake comprehensive workflow process redesignHard to undertake comprehensive workflow process redesign, meaning to enter upon an activity or enterprise
spearhead an audacious product architecture redesignVery Hard to spearhead an audacious product architecture redesign, meaning to be the leader of

refinery /rɪˈfaɪnɚi/

sugar refinery toursEasy to sugar refinery tours, meaning to sweeten with sugar
petroleum refinery safety inspectionMedium describing petroleum refinery safety inspection (a dark oil consisting mainly of hydrocarbons)
expand coastal refinery processing capacityHard to enlarge or grow in scope or area regarding coastal refinery processing capacity
decommission the antiquated oil refinery safelyVery Hard to decommission the antiquated oil refinery safely, meaning to withdraw from active service

reject /rɪˈdʒekt/

reject a telephone callEasy to reject a telephone call, meaning to refuse to accept or acknowledge
reject an unsuitable job applicantMedium to reject an unsuitable job applicant, meaning to refuse to accept or acknowledge
unanimously reject the unsolicited hostile takeover bidHard describing unanimously reject the unsolicited hostile takeover bid (of one mind; without dissent)
categorically reject baseless allegations of graftVery Hard describing categorically reject baseless allegations of graft (in an unqualified manner)

reliability /riˌlaɪəˈbɪləti/

high reliabilityEasy describing high reliability (a lofty level or position or degree)
product reliability testMedium describing product reliability test (commodities offered for sale)
adhere to rigorous reliability standardsHard to stick strictly to rules or policies regarding to rigorous reliability standards
a paragon of operational reliabilityVery Hard referring to a paragon of operational reliability

rubber /ˈrʌbɚ/

rubber boots for rainy weatherEasy to rubber boots for rainy weather, meaning to coat or impregnate with rubber
natural rubber manufacturing facilityMedium describing natural rubber manufacturing facility (someone regarded as certain to succeed)
fluctuations in global synthetic rubber pricesHard describing fluctuations in global synthetic rubber prices (a wave motion)
where the rubber meets the road in implementationVery Hard a collocation phrase: where the rubber meets the road in implementation

safety /ˈseɪfti/

wear a safety helmetEasy to have on one's body as clothing or accessory regarding a safety helmet
comply with workplace safety regulationsMedium to act in accordance with rules regarding with workplace safety regulations
strengthen social safety net programsHard to strengthen social safety net programs, meaning to make strong or stronger
safety valve mechanism against systemic bank runsVery Hard describing safety valve mechanism against systemic bank runs (the state of being certain that adverse effects will not be caused by some agent under defined conditions)

seal /sil/

seal an envelopeEasy to seal an envelope, meaning to make tight; secure against leakage
affix the official corporate seal on agreementsMedium to affix the official corporate seal on agreements, meaning to attach to
seal a lucrative partnership agreement after talksHard to seal a lucrative partnership agreement after talks, meaning to make tight; secure against leakage
my lips are sealed regarding insider developmentsVery Hard a collocation phrase: my lips are sealed regarding insider developments

serial /ˈsɪˌriəl/

TV serial episodeEasy describing TV serial episode (broadcasting visual images of stationary or moving objects; ; - Ernie Kovacs)
check the product serial number on the boxMedium to check the product serial number on the box, meaning to examine so as to determine accuracy, quality, or condition
serial entrepreneur launching venture after ventureHard describing serial entrepreneur launching venture after venture (a serialized set of programs)
serial correlation anomalies corrupting regression modelsVery Hard describing serial correlation anomalies corrupting regression models (a serialized set of programs)

sew /soʊ/

sew a button onEasy to sew a button on, meaning to fasten by sewing; do needlework
sew fabric samples for textile testingMedium to sew fabric samples for textile testing, meaning to fasten by sewing; do needlework
sew garments meeting international export specificationsHard to sew garments meeting international export specifications, meaning to fasten by sewing; do needlework
have the entire market sewn up completelyVery Hard to possess, experience, or hold regarding the entire market sewn up completely

shape /ʃeɪp/

draw a round shapeEasy to compose, extract, or formulate regarding a round shape
shape the company future strategyMedium to shape the company future strategy, meaning to shape or influence; give direction to
shape macroeconomic policy for sustainable growthHard to shape macroeconomic policy for sustainable growth, meaning to shape or influence; give direction to
take shape and gain unstoppable momentumVery Hard to perform, accept, or undertake an action regarding shape and gain unstoppable momentum

shipment /ˈʃɪpmənt/

track package shipment onlineEasy to track package shipment online, meaning to carry on the feet and deposit
delay shipment due to port congestionMedium to delay shipment due to port congestion, meaning to cause to be slowed down or delayed
consign high-value freight shipments under customs bondHard to consign high-value freight shipments under customs bond, meaning to commit forever; commit irrevocably
intercept illicit weapons shipments through naval blockadesVery Hard to intercept illicit weapons shipments through naval blockades, meaning to seize on its way

shortage /ˈʃɔrtədʒ/

water shortage warningEasy to water shortage warning, meaning to supply with water, as with channels or ditches or streams
face a severe skilled labor shortage in factoriesMedium to confront or deal with directly regarding a severe skilled labor shortage in factories
alleviate acute shortages of critical medical suppliesHard to alleviate acute shortages of critical medical supplies, meaning to provide physical relief, as from pain
an artificial shortage engineered by predatory cartelsVery Hard referring to an artificial shortage engineered by predatory cartels

site /saɪt/

construction siteEasy describing construction site (the act of constructing something)
on-site inspectionMedium describing on-site inspection (taking place or located at the site)
brownfield site redevelopmentHard a collocation phrase: brownfield site redevelopment
designated UNESCO heritage siteVery Hard to designated UNESCO heritage site, meaning to assign a name or title to

specification /ˌspɛsɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

read the specificationsEasy to look at and comprehend written text regarding the specifications
meet project specifications on timeMedium to fulfill, satisfy, or encounter regarding project specifications on time
rigid architectural specifications for seismic safetyHard describing rigid architectural specifications for seismic safety (incapable of or resistant to bending)
deviations from baseline specifications invite penaltiesVery Hard describing deviations from baseline specifications invite penalties (a variation that deviates from the standard or norm)

standard /ˈstændɚd/

high standardEasy describing high standard (a lofty level or position or degree)
standard operating procedure manualMedium describing standard operating procedure manual (a basis for comparison; a reference point against which other things can be evaluated)
align operations with ISO quality standardsHard to align operations with ISO quality standards, meaning to place in a line or arrange so as to be parallel or straight
double standard undermining workplace equityVery Hard to double standard undermining workplace equity, meaning to increase twofold

steel /stil/

stainless steelEasy describing stainless steel (steel containing chromium that makes it resistant to corrosion)
steel manufacturing plant expansionMedium to steel manufacturing plant expansion, meaning to get ready for something difficult or unpleasant
structural steel inspection standardsHard describing structural steel inspection standards (relating to or caused by structure, especially political or economic structure)
steel oneself for bruising negotiationsVery Hard to steel oneself for bruising negotiations, meaning to get ready for something difficult or unpleasant

storage /ˈstɔrədʒ/

storage boxEasy describing storage box (the act of storing something)
cold storage facilities for perishablesMedium describing cold storage facilities for perishables (a mild viral infection involving the nose and respiratory passages (but not the lungs))
secure cloud data storage complianceHard to secure cloud data storage compliance, meaning to get by special effort
put long-held grievances into mental storageVery Hard to put long-held grievances into mental storage, meaning to put into a certain place or abstract location

substance /ˈsʌbstəns/

harmful substanceEasy describing harmful substance (causing or capable of causing harm)
controlled substance storage protocolMedium to controlled substance storage protocol, meaning to exercise authoritative control or power over
lack of substance in corporate press releasesHard to lack of substance in corporate press releases, meaning to be without
triumph of empty style over enduring substanceVery Hard to triumph of empty style over enduring substance, meaning to prove superior

surface /ˈsɝfəs/

flat surfaceEasy describing flat surface (a level tract of land)
scratch the surface of the problemMedium to scratch the surface of the problem, meaning to cause friction
polished stainless steel surface finishHard to polished stainless steel surface finish, meaning to make (a surface) shine
hidden tensions surface during intense negotiationsVery Hard to hidden tensions surface during intense negotiations, meaning to prevent from being seen or discovered

ton /tʌn/

a ton of weightEasy referring to a ton of weight
metric ton of cargoMedium describing metric ton of cargo (a function of a topological space that gives, for any two points in the space, a value equal to the distance between them)
tons of pending correspondenceHard describing tons of pending correspondence (a large number or amount)
hit like a ton of bricksVery Hard to hit like a ton of bricks, meaning to cause to move by striking

truck /trʌk/

drive a delivery truckEasy to drive a delivery truck, meaning to operate or control a vehicle
fleet of commercial freight trucksMedium to fleet of commercial freight trucks, meaning to move along rapidly and lightly; skim or dart
heavy-duty truck emissions complianceHard describing heavy-duty truck emissions compliance (designed for heavy work)
have no truck with duplicitous intermediariesVery Hard to possess, experience, or hold regarding no truck with duplicitous intermediaries

tube /tub/

tube of toothpasteEasy to tube of toothpaste, meaning to provide with a tube or insert a tube into
pneumatic tube dispatch systemMedium describing pneumatic tube dispatch system (of or relating to or using air (or a similar gas))
carbon nanotube structural applicationHard describing carbon nanotube structural application (an abundant nonmetallic tetravalent element occurring in three allotropic forms: amorphous carbon and graphite and diamond; occurs in all organic compounds)
watch fortunes go down the tube during the collapseVery Hard to watch fortunes go down the tube during the collapse, meaning to look attentively

unit /ˈjunət/

family unitEasy describing family unit (a social unit living together)
business unit performanceMedium describing business unit performance (a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it)
unit cost of productionHard describing unit cost of production (any division of quantity accepted as a standard of measurement or exchange)
operate as an indivisible cohesive unit under duressVery Hard to operate as an indivisible cohesive unit under duress, meaning to direct or control; projects, businesses, etc

warehouse /ˈwerhaʊs/

storage warehouse for goodsEasy describing storage warehouse for goods (the act of storing something)
warehouse inventory management softwareMedium to warehouse inventory management software, meaning to store in a warehouse
automated distribution warehouse logistics networkHard to automated distribution warehouse logistics network, meaning to make automatic or control or operate automatically
a cavernous warehouse of clandestine contrabandVery Hard referring to a cavernous warehouse of clandestine contraband

waste /weɪst/

don't waste foodEasy a collocation phrase: don't waste food
hazardous office chemical waste disposalMedium describing hazardous office chemical waste disposal (involving risk or danger)
lay waste to fertile agricultural heartlandsHard to lay waste to fertile agricultural heartlands, meaning to put into a certain place or abstract location
willful waste makes woeful wantVery Hard describing willful waste makes woeful want (done by design)
reduce wasteEasy to decrease or lessen in amount or size regarding waste

wheel /wil/

bicycle wheelEasy to bicycle wheel, meaning to ride a bicycle
sit behind the steering wheelMedium to sit behind the steering wheel, meaning to be seated
grease the wheels of commercial enterpriseHard to grease the wheels of commercial enterprise, meaning to lubricate with grease
reinvent the wheel out of stubborn ignoranceVery Hard to reinvent the wheel out of stubborn ignorance, meaning to bring back into existence

wood /wʊd/

solid wood dining tableEasy describing solid wood dining table (matter that is solid at room temperature and pressure)
sustainably sourced wood products certificationMedium a collocation phrase: sustainably sourced wood products certification
international trade tariffs on unprocessed soft woodHard describing international trade tariffs on unprocessed soft wood (any of several international socialist organizations)
not out of the woods yet regarding financial insolvencyVery Hard describing not out of the woods yet regarding financial insolvency (negation of a word or group of words)

wool /wʊl/

warm wool sweaterEasy to warm wool sweater, meaning to get warm or warmer
high-grade Australian merino wool importsMedium describing high-grade Australian merino wool imports (surpassing in quality)
raw wool commodity futures tradingHard describing raw wool commodity futures trading (informal terms for nakedness)
pull the wool over their eyes with forged financial statementsVery Hard to pull the wool over their eyes with forged financial statements, meaning to cause to move by pulling