Mua hàng & vận chuyển
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accessory /ækˈsɛsɚi/
- fashion accessoryEasy to fashion accessory, meaning to make out of components (often in an improvising manner)
- optional accessoryMedium describing optional accessory (possible but not necessary; left to personal choice)
- mobile phone accessoriesHard describing mobile phone accessories (a river in southwestern Alabama; flows into Mobile Bay)
- accessory after the factVery Hard describing accessory after the fact (clothing that is worn or carried, but not part of your main clothing)
affordable /əˈfɔrdəbəl/
- affordable priceEasy describing affordable price (that you have the financial means for)
- affordable housing development projectsMedium describing affordable housing development projects (that you have the financial means for)
- expand access to affordable healthcareHard to enlarge or grow in scope or area regarding access to affordable healthcare
- commercially viable and affordable alternativesVery Hard describing commercially viable and affordable alternatives (in a commercial manner)
aisle /aɪl/
- aisle seat on the planeEasy a passenger seat situated next to the central walkway
- walk down the supermarket aisleMedium to stroll along a passage between grocery store shelves
- keep the aisle clear for safetyHard to ensure walking corridors remain free of obstructions
- reach across the political aisleVery Hard to collaborate cooperatively with opposing legislative parties
antique /ænˈtik/
- antique furnitureEasy to antique furniture, meaning to shop for antiques
- buy at an antique auctionMedium to obtain in exchange for payment regarding at an antique auction
- appraise genuine antique artifactsHard to appraise genuine antique artifacts, meaning to evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of
- coveted antique collector itemsVery Hard to coveted antique collector items, meaning to wish, long, or crave for (something, especially the property of another person)
appliance /əˈplaɪəns/
- kitchen applianceEasy describing kitchen appliance (a room equipped for preparing meals)
- energy-efficient home appliancesMedium a collocation phrase: energy-efficient home appliances
- household appliance warranty claimsHard describing household appliance warranty claims (a social unit living together)
- smart networked appliance vulnerabilitiesVery Hard to smart networked appliance vulnerabilities, meaning to be the source of pain
auction /ˈɑkʃən/
- art auctionEasy describing art auction (the products of human creativity; works of art collectively)
- win the government auctionMedium to win the government auction, meaning to be the winner in a contest or competition; be victorious
- spectrum auction bidding processHard describing spectrum auction bidding process (an ordered array of the components of an emission or wave)
- assets liquidated at distressed auctionVery Hard describing assets liquidated at distressed auction (anything of material value or usefulness that is owned by a person or company)
bargain /ˈbɑrɡən/
- good bargainEasy describing good bargain (benefit)
- strike a bargain with suppliersMedium to strike a bargain with suppliers, meaning to deliver a sharp blow, as with the hand, fist, or weapon
- collective bargaining agreement ratifiedHard describing collective bargaining agreement ratified (members of a cooperative enterprise)
- drive a hard bargain in acquisitionsVery Hard to drive a hard bargain in acquisitions, meaning to operate or control a vehicle
basket /ˈbæskət/
- shopping basketEasy to shopping basket, meaning to do one's shopping
- basket of consumer goods inflationMedium describing basket of consumer goods inflation (a container that is usually woven and has handles)
- multi-currency reserve basket weightingHard a collocation phrase: multi-currency reserve basket weighting
- put all eggs in one basketVery Hard to put all eggs in one basket, meaning to put into a certain place or abstract location
bid /bɪd/
- place a bidEasy to place a bid, meaning to put into a certain place or abstract location
- submit a competitive bidMedium to present a document or proposal for consideration regarding a competitive bid
- hostile takeover bid rejectedHard describing hostile takeover bid rejected (troops belonging to the enemy's military forces)
- make a desperate bid for survivalVery Hard to create, produce, or cause regarding a desperate bid for survival
bookstore /ˈbʊkˌstɔr/
- visit a local bookstoreEasy to visit a local bookstore, meaning to go to see a place, as for entertainment
- university campus bookstoreMedium describing university campus bookstore (the body of faculty and students at a university)
- independent bookstore survivalHard describing independent bookstore survival (a neutral or uncommitted person (especially in politics))
- antiquarian bookstore collectionVery Hard describing antiquarian bookstore collection (an expert or collector of antiquities)
box /bɑks/
- cardboard storage boxEasy describing cardboard storage box (a stiff moderately thick paper)
- drop suggestions in the boxMedium to drop suggestions in the box, meaning to let fall to the ground
- think outside the box creativelyHard to think outside the box creatively, meaning to judge or regard; look upon; judge
- box oneself into a tight cornerVery Hard to box oneself into a tight corner, meaning to put into a box
- box officeMedium to box office, meaning to put into a box
browse /braʊz/
- browse news online freelyEasy to browse news online freely, meaning to shop around; not necessarily buying
- browse through the merchandise catalogMedium to browse through the merchandise catalog, meaning to shop around; not necessarily buying
- browse confidential historical archivesHard to browse confidential historical archives, meaning to shop around; not necessarily buying
- browse casually with no intent to buyVery Hard to browse casually with no intent to buy, meaning to shop around; not necessarily buying
- browse the shelvesMedium to browse the shelves, meaning to shop around; not necessarily buying
bulk /bʌlk/
- buy rice in bulk packsEasy to obtain in exchange for payment regarding rice in bulk packs
- bulk discount on wholesale ordersMedium to bulk discount on wholesale orders, meaning to stick out or up
- constitute the bulk of total revenueHard to constitute the bulk of total revenue, meaning to form or compose
- bulk up capacity ahead of demandVery Hard to bulk up capacity ahead of demand, meaning to stick out or up
buy /baɪ/
- buy snacks at storeEasy to obtain in exchange for payment regarding snacks at store
- buy components in wholesale quantityMedium to obtain in exchange for payment regarding components in wholesale quantity
- buy out majority shares of the rivalHard to obtain in exchange for payment regarding out majority shares of the rival
- buy a pig in a poke rashlyVery Hard to obtain in exchange for payment regarding a pig in a poke rashly
buyer /ˈbaɪɚ/
- first-time property home buyerEasy a collocation phrase: first-time property home buyer
- procurement buyer negotiates pricingMedium describing procurement buyer negotiates pricing (the act of getting possession of something)
- thrive in a favorable buyer's marketHard to thrive in a favorable buyer's market, meaning to grow vigorously
- suffer severe buyer's remorse after purchaseVery Hard to suffer severe buyer's remorse after purchase, meaning to undergo or be subjected to
cancel /ˈkænsl/
- cancel hotel room bookingEasy to cancel hotel room booking, meaning to postpone indefinitely or annul something that was scheduled
- cancel scheduled team meetingMedium to cancel scheduled team meeting, meaning to postpone indefinitely or annul something that was scheduled
- cancel out opposing trade effectsHard to cancel out opposing trade effects, meaning to postpone indefinitely or annul something that was scheduled
- cancel culture backlash onlineVery Hard to cancel culture backlash online, meaning to postpone indefinitely or annul something that was scheduled
cargo /ˈkɑːrɡoʊ/
- load cargo onto the truckEasy to load cargo onto the truck, meaning to fill or place a load on
- air cargo freight shipping serviceMedium to air cargo freight shipping service, meaning to expose to fresh air
- hazardous cargo customs clearance declarationHard describing hazardous cargo customs clearance declaration (involving risk or danger)
- jettison cargo in maritime emergencyVery Hard to jettison cargo in maritime emergency, meaning to throw away, of something encumbering
carrier /ˈkæriər/
- friendly postal mail carrierEasy describing friendly postal mail carrier (troops belonging to or allied with your own military forces)
- reliable logistics cargo carrierMedium describing reliable logistics cargo carrier (worthy of reliance or trust)
- common carrier legal strict liabilityHard describing common carrier legal strict liability (a piece of open land for recreational use in an urban area)
- deploy aircraft carrier strike groupVery Hard to deploy aircraft carrier strike group, meaning to place troops or weapons in battle formation
cart /kɑrt/
- push supermarket shopping cartEasy to push supermarket shopping cart, meaning to move with force
- add items to the online cartMedium to add items to the online cart, meaning to make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of
- airport luggage cart return stationHard describing airport luggage cart return station (an airfield equipped with control tower and hangars as well as accommodations for passengers and cargo)
- put the cart before the horse foolishlyVery Hard to put the cart before the horse foolishly, meaning to put into a certain place or abstract location
- push a cartEasy to push a cart, meaning to move with force
carton /ˈkɑrtən/
- buy a carton of fresh milkEasy to obtain in exchange for payment regarding a carton of fresh milk
- pack goods into sturdy cardboard cartonsMedium to pack goods into sturdy cardboard cartons, meaning to arrange in a container
- heavy-duty corrugated carton shipping boxHard describing heavy-duty corrugated carton shipping box (designed for heavy work)
- inspect the intact seal on outer cartonVery Hard to inspect the intact seal on outer carton, meaning to look over carefully
cashier /kæˈʃɪr/
- pay cashier at the counterEasy to give money in exchange for goods or services regarding cashier at the counter
- courteous grocery cashier greets shoppersMedium describing courteous grocery cashier greets shoppers (exhibiting courtesy and politeness)
- request a guaranteed cashier's checkHard to request a guaranteed cashier's check, meaning to express the need or desire for; ask for
- dishonorably cashiered from armed serviceVery Hard describing dishonorably cashiered from armed service (in a dishonorable manner)
catalog /ˈkætəlɔɡ/
- flip through toy product catalogEasy to flip through toy product catalog, meaning to lightly throw to see which side comes up
- browse mail order furniture catalogMedium to browse mail order furniture catalog, meaning to shop around; not necessarily buying
- catalog of devastating systemic failuresHard to catalog of devastating systemic failures, meaning to make a catalogue, compile a catalogue
- exhaustive bibliographic catalog archiveVery Hard describing exhaustive bibliographic catalog archive (performed comprehensively and completely)
cheap /tʃip/
- buy cheap discounted flight tickets onlineEasy to obtain in exchange for payment regarding cheap discounted flight tickets online
- avoid flimsy cheap imitation electronicsMedium to avoid flimsy cheap imitation electronics, meaning to stay clear from; keep away from; keep out of the way of someone or something
- hold human lives cheap in conflictHard to organize, conduct, or retain regarding human lives cheap in conflict
- stoop to delivering a petty cheap shotVery Hard to stoop to delivering a petty cheap shot, meaning to bend one's back forward from the waist on down
checkout /ˈtʃɛˌkaʊt/
- queue at the grocery store checkoutEasy to queue at the grocery store checkout, meaning to form a queue, form a line, stand in line
- request an extended late checkout at hotelMedium to request an extended late checkout at hotel, meaning to express the need or desire for; ask for
- streamline digital checkout cart conversion frictionHard to streamline digital checkout cart conversion friction, meaning to contour economically or efficiently
- automated self-checkout system glitch detectedVery Hard to automated self-checkout system glitch detected, meaning to make automatic or control or operate automatically
choice /tʃɔɪs/
- make a sensible healthy food choiceEasy to create, produce, or cause regarding a sensible healthy food choice
- preferred top choice among corporate clientsMedium to preferred top choice among corporate clients, meaning to like better; value more highly
- faced with an agonizing Hobson's choiceHard to faced with an agonizing Hobson's choice, meaning to deal with (something unpleasant) head on
- spoilt for choice amidst opulent luxury offeringsVery Hard to spoilt for choice amidst opulent luxury offerings, meaning to make a mess of, destroy or ruin
clothing /ˈkloʊðɪŋ/
- wear warm insulated clothing in winterEasy to have on one's body as clothing or accessory regarding warm insulated clothing in winter
- require protective safety clothing on construction sitesMedium to require protective safety clothing on construction sites, meaning to require as useful, just, or proper
- manufacture durable technical outdoor performance clothingHard to manufacture durable technical outdoor performance clothing, meaning to put together out of artificial or natural components or parts; ; ; He manufactured a popular cereal"
- unmask the hypocritical wolf in sheep's clothingVery Hard to unmask the hypocritical wolf in sheep's clothing, meaning to reveal the true nature of
compact /ˈkɑmpækt/
- drive an economical compact city carEasy to drive an economical compact city car, meaning to operate or control a vehicle
- design an ergonomic compact desk workstationMedium to design an ergonomic compact desk workstation, meaning to make or work out a plan for; devise
- ratify an enforceable interstate mutual assistance compactHard to ratify an enforceable interstate mutual assistance compact, meaning to approve and express assent, responsibility, or obligation
- conclude an unholy Faustian compact with tyrannical mastersVery Hard to conclude an unholy Faustian compact with tyrannical masters, meaning to decide by reasoning; draw or come to a conclusion
compare /kəmˈpɛr/
- compare heights of two tall treesEasy to compare heights of two tall trees, meaning to examine and note the similarities or differences of
- compare supplier quotes side by side objectivelyMedium to compare supplier quotes side by side objectively, meaning to examine and note the similarities or differences of
- compare favorably with rigorous international benchmark standardsHard to compare favorably with rigorous international benchmark standards, meaning to examine and note the similarities or differences of
- discreetly compare notes on covert bilateral deliberationsVery Hard describing discreetly compare notes on covert bilateral deliberations (with discretion; prudently and with wise self-restraint)
comparison /kəmˈpɛrəsən/
- make a direct visual photo comparisonEasy to create, produce, or cause regarding a direct visual photo comparison
- prepare a year-on-year quarterly revenue comparison chartMedium to prepare a year-on-year quarterly revenue comparison chart, meaning to make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc
- draw an invidious comparison breeding workplace resentmentHard to compose, extract, or formulate regarding an invidious comparison breeding workplace resentment
- pale in comparison to historic monumental achievementsVery Hard to pale in comparison to historic monumental achievements, meaning to turn pale, as if in fear
complain /kəmˈpleɪn/
- complain about the cold rainy weather outsideEasy to complain about the cold rainy weather outside, meaning to express complaints, discontent, displeasure, or unhappiness
- dissatisfied customers complain about service disruptionsMedium to dissatisfied customers complain about service disruptions, meaning to fail to satisfy
- substantiate legitimate legal grounds to complain of breachHard to substantiate legitimate legal grounds to complain of breach, meaning to establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts
- find absolutely nothing to complain about in paradiseVery Hard to find absolutely nothing to complain about in paradise, meaning to come upon, as if by accident; meet with
consignment /kənˈsaɪnmənt/
- send personal luggage consignment via air freightEasy to transmit or dispatch regarding personal luggage consignment via air freight
- deliver merchandise under retail consignment sales agreementMedium to bring or provide results or goods regarding merchandise under retail consignment sales agreement
- scrutinize international cargo consignment manifests thoroughlyHard to scrutinize international cargo consignment manifests thoroughly, meaning to to look at critically or searchingly, or in minute detail
- reject contaminated consignment under strict maritime inspection rulesVery Hard to reject contaminated consignment under strict maritime inspection rules, meaning to refuse to accept or acknowledge
cosmetic /kɑzˈmɛtɪk/
- cosmetic productsEasy describing cosmetic products (a toiletry designed to beautify the body)
- cosmetic changes to the proposalMedium describing cosmetic changes to the proposal (a toiletry designed to beautify the body)
- cosmetic surgery procedureHard describing cosmetic surgery procedure (a toiletry designed to beautify the body)
- mere cosmetic exercise to placate criticsVery Hard describing mere cosmetic exercise to placate critics (a small pond of standing water)
counter /ˈkaʊntɚ/
- kitchen counterEasy describing kitchen counter (a room equipped for preparing meals)
- service counter at the branchMedium to service counter at the branch, meaning to be used by; as of a utility
- over-the-counter transactionHard describing over-the-counter transaction (purchasable without a doctor's prescription)
- run counter to established precedentVery Hard to operate, manage, or execute regarding counter to established precedent
coupon /ˈkuˌpɔn/
- discount couponEasy to discount coupon, meaning to bar from attention or consideration
- redeem a promotional couponMedium to redeem a promotional coupon, meaning to save from sins
- bond coupon payment scheduleHard to bond coupon payment schedule, meaning to stick to firmly
- zero-coupon bond yieldsVery Hard a collocation phrase: zero-coupon bond yields
courier /ˈkʊriər/
- send by courierEasy to transmit or dispatch regarding by courier
- courier delivery serviceMedium describing courier delivery service (a person who carries a message)
- international express courier networkHard describing international express courier network (any of several international socialist organizations)
- diplomatic courier with official immunityVery Hard describing diplomatic courier with official immunity (relating to or characteristic of diplomacy)
customs /ˈkʌstəmz/
- customs officerEasy describing customs officer (money collected under a tariff)
- clear airport customsMedium to clear airport customs, meaning to rid of obstructions
- customs clearance delaysHard describing customs clearance delays (money collected under a tariff)
- evading customs duties through smugglingVery Hard to evading customs duties through smuggling, meaning to avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)
damage /ˈdæmədʒ/
- cause physical damageEasy to cause physical damage, meaning to give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally
- property damage assessmentMedium describing property damage assessment (something owned; any tangible or intangible possession that is owned by someone)
- seek punitive damages in courtHard to search for or request regarding punitive damages in court
- exercise extensive damage controlVery Hard to exercise extensive damage control, meaning to put to use
dealer /ˈdilɚ/
- car dealerEasy describing car dealer (a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine)
- authorized dealer of electronicsMedium to authorized dealer of electronics, meaning to grant authorization or clearance for
- independent antique dealerHard describing independent antique dealer (a neutral or uncommitted person (especially in politics))
- primary dealer in government securitiesVery Hard describing primary dealer in government securities (a preliminary election where delegates or nominees are chosen)
dealership /ˈdilɚˌʃɪp/
- visit an auto dealershipEasy to visit an auto dealership, meaning to go to see a place, as for entertainment
- dealership network expansionMedium describing dealership network expansion (a business established or operated under an authorization to sell or distribute a company's goods or services in a particular area)
- acquire a franchise dealershipHard to acquire a franchise dealership, meaning to come into the possession of something concrete or abstract
- exclusive dealership distribution rightsVery Hard describing exclusive dealership distribution rights (a news report that is reported first by one news organization)
delay /dɪˈleɪ/
- flight delay announcedEasy to flight delay announced, meaning to shoot a bird in flight
- delay the meeting until next weekMedium to delay the meeting until next week, meaning to cause to be slowed down or delayed
- unavoidable production delay costsHard describing unavoidable production delay costs (impossible to avoid or evade:)
- act without further delay to save livesVery Hard to act without further delay to save lives, meaning to perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)
deliver /dɪˈlɪvər/
- deliver a parcelEasy to bring or provide results or goods regarding a parcel
- deliver a speech at the conferenceMedium to bring or provide results or goods regarding a speech at the conference
- deliver tangible business resultsHard to bring or provide results or goods regarding tangible business results
- deliver on one's solemn pledgesVery Hard to bring or provide results or goods regarding on one's solemn pledges
delivery /dɪˈlɪvɚi/
- free delivery serviceEasy to free delivery service, meaning to grant freedom to; free from confinement
- express delivery of documentsMedium to express delivery of documents, meaning to give expression to
- guaranteed on-time delivery metricHard to guaranteed on-time delivery metric, meaning to give surety or assume responsibility
- flawless oratory delivery of the keynoteVery Hard describing flawless oratory delivery of the keynote (without a flaw)
demand /dɪˈmænd/
- high consumer demandEasy describing high consumer demand (a lofty level or position or degree)
- meet customer demand promptlyMedium to fulfill, satisfy, or encounter regarding customer demand promptly
- fluctuations in global demandHard describing fluctuations in global demand (a wave motion)
- accede to an exorbitant ransom demandVery Hard to accede to an exorbitant ransom demand, meaning to yield to another's wish or opinion
diamond /ˈdaɪmənd/
- diamond ring giftEasy describing diamond ring gift (a transparent piece of diamond that has been cut and polished and is valued as a precious gem)
- diamond necklace worn at partyMedium describing diamond necklace worn at party (a transparent piece of diamond that has been cut and polished and is valued as a precious gem)
- industrial diamond cutting toolsHard describing industrial diamond cutting tools (of or relating to or resulting from industry)
- a diamond in the rough discoveredVery Hard referring to a diamond in the rough discovered
discount /ˈdɪskaʊnt/
- ten percent discountEasy describing ten percent discount (the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system)
- offer a special volume discountMedium to present for acceptance or refusal regarding a special volume discount
- discount future cash flowsHard to discount future cash flows, meaning to bar from attention or consideration
- discount alarming rumors as groundlessVery Hard to discount alarming rumors as groundless, meaning to bar from attention or consideration
dispatch /dɪˈspætʃ/
- dispatch a package todayEasy to dispatch a package today, meaning to send away towards a designated goal
- dispatch emergency vehicles immediatelyMedium to dispatch emergency vehicles immediately, meaning to send away towards a designated goal
- diplomatic dispatch sent to ambassadorHard describing diplomatic dispatch sent to ambassador (relating to or characteristic of diplomacy)
- dispatch business with ruthless efficiencyVery Hard to dispatch business with ruthless efficiency, meaning to send away towards a designated goal
display /dɪˈspleɪ/
- display products on shelvesEasy to display products on shelves, meaning to to show, make visible or apparent
- computer screen display settingsMedium describing computer screen display settings (a machine for performing calculations automatically)
- put on an impressive display of talentHard to put on an impressive display of talent, meaning to put into a certain place or abstract location
- a public display of defiance against tyrannyVery Hard referring to a public display of defiance against tyranny
distribution /ˌdɪstrəˈbjuʃən/
- goods distribution centerEasy describing goods distribution center (benefit)
- distribution channel strategyMedium describing distribution channel strategy ((statistics) an arrangement of values of a variable showing their observed or theoretical frequency of occurrence)
- skewed income distribution inequalityHard to skewed income distribution inequality, meaning to turn or place at an angle
- normal distribution curve in statistical testsVery Hard describing normal distribution curve in statistical tests (something regarded as a normative example)
distributor /dɪˈstrɪbjətɚ/
- food distributor warehouseEasy describing food distributor warehouse (any substance that can be metabolized by an animal to give energy and build tissue)
- authorized regional distributorMedium to authorized regional distributor, meaning to grant authorization or clearance for
- negotiate terms with wholesale distributorsHard to discuss terms to reach an agreement regarding terms with wholesale distributors
- sole exclusive distributor rights grantedVery Hard to sole exclusive distributor rights granted, meaning to put a new sole on
dozen /ˈdʌzən/
- a dozen fresh eggsEasy referring to a dozen fresh eggs
- ordered a half dozen boxesMedium to ordered a half dozen boxes, meaning to give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority
- consulted dozens of industry expertsHard to consulted dozens of industry experts, meaning to get or ask advice from
- a dime a dozen in competitive marketsVery Hard referring to a dime a dozen in competitive markets
economical /ˌɛkəˈnɑmɪkəl/
- fuel-economical car modelEasy a collocation phrase: fuel-economical car model
- economical method for shipping goodsMedium describing economical method for shipping goods (using the minimum of time or resources necessary for effectiveness)
- make economical use of scarce resourcesHard to create, produce, or cause regarding economical use of scarce resources
- economical with the truth during testimonyVery Hard describing economical with the truth during testimony (using the minimum of time or resources necessary for effectiveness)
eligible /ˈelɪdʒəbl/
- eligible to voteEasy describing eligible to vote (qualified for or allowed or worthy of being chosen)
- eligible for promotionMedium describing eligible for promotion (qualified for or allowed or worthy of being chosen)
- eligible for reimbursementHard describing eligible for reimbursement (qualified for or allowed or worthy of being chosen)
- deemed eligible for exemptionVery Hard to deemed eligible for exemption, meaning to keep in mind or convey as a conviction or view
- be eligible forEasy to exist or be in a specified condition regarding eligible for
exclude /ɪkˈsklud/
- exclude from gameEasy to exclude from game, meaning to prevent from being included or considered or accepted
- exclude tax from quoteMedium to exclude tax from quote, meaning to prevent from being included or considered or accepted
- exclude liable partiesHard to exclude liable parties, meaning to prevent from being included or considered or accepted
- exclude evidence obtained without warrantVery Hard to exclude evidence obtained without warrant, meaning to prevent from being included or considered or accepted
exclusive /ɪkˈsklusɪv/
- exclusive clubEasy describing exclusive club (a news report that is reported first by one news organization)
- exclusive distribution rightsMedium describing exclusive distribution rights (a news report that is reported first by one news organization)
- mutually exclusive optionsHard describing mutually exclusive options (in a mutual or shared manner)
- exclusive jurisdiction of maritime courtVery Hard describing exclusive jurisdiction of maritime court (a news report that is reported first by one news organization)
exclusively /ɪkˈsklusɪvli/
- reserved exclusively for guestsEasy to reserved exclusively for guests, meaning to hold back or set aside, especially for future use or contingency
- sold exclusively onlineMedium to sold exclusively online, meaning to exchange or deliver for money or its equivalent
- rely exclusively on domestic suppliersHard to rely exclusively on domestic suppliers, meaning to have confidence or faith in
- subject exclusively to federal arbitrationVery Hard to subject exclusively to federal arbitration, meaning to cause to experience or suffer or make liable or vulnerable to
expedite /ˈekspədaɪt/
- expedite shipmentEasy to expedite shipment, meaning to speed up the progress of; facilitate
- expedite visa processingMedium to expedite visa processing, meaning to speed up the progress of; facilitate
- expedite approval processHard to expedite approval process, meaning to speed up the progress of; facilitate
- expedite diplomatic clearance for cargoVery Hard to expedite diplomatic clearance for cargo, meaning to speed up the progress of; facilitate
expensive /ɪkˈspɛnsɪv/
- too expensive to buyEasy describing too expensive to buy (to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits)
- expensive taste in clothingMedium describing expensive taste in clothing (high in price or charging high prices)
- cost prohibitive and expensive overhaulHard to cost prohibitive and expensive overhaul, meaning to be priced at
- an expensive litigation that drains reservesVery Hard referring to an expensive litigation that drains reserves
fleet /flit/
- fleet of delivery trucksEasy to fleet of delivery trucks, meaning to move along rapidly and lightly; skim or dart
- corporate car fleet managementMedium describing corporate car fleet management (of or belonging to a corporation)
- commercial shipping fleet expansionHard describing commercial shipping fleet expansion (a commercially sponsored ad on radio or television)
- mothball merchant fleet amidst slumpsVery Hard to mothball merchant fleet amidst slumps, meaning to put into long-term storage
footwear /ˈfʊˌtwɛr/
- comfortable footwearEasy describing comfortable footwear (providing or experiencing physical well-being or relief (`comfy' is informal))
- footwear manufacturing divisionMedium describing footwear manufacturing division (clothing worn on a person's feet)
- import duties on protective footwearHard to import duties on protective footwear, meaning to bring in from abroad
- safety footwear mandatory in hazardous zonesVery Hard describing safety footwear mandatory in hazardous zones (the state of being certain that adverse effects will not be caused by some agent under defined conditions)
fragile /ˈfrædʒl/
- fragile glass itemEasy describing fragile glass item (easily broken or damaged or destroyed)
- fragile packaging labelMedium describing fragile packaging label (easily broken or damaged or destroyed)
- fragile economic recovery prospectsHard describing fragile economic recovery prospects (easily broken or damaged or destroyed)
- fragile liquidity buffers vulnerable to shocksVery Hard describing fragile liquidity buffers vulnerable to shocks (easily broken or damaged or destroyed)
freight /freɪt/
- air freight serviceEasy to air freight service, meaning to expose to fresh air
- freight charges quotationMedium to freight charges quotation, meaning to transport commercially as cargo
- freight forwarder customs clearanceHard to freight forwarder customs clearance, meaning to transport commercially as cargo
- maritime freight demurrage arbitrationVery Hard describing maritime freight demurrage arbitration (relating to or involving ships or shipping or navigation or seamen)
freighter /ˈfreɪtɚ/
- ocean freighter dockingEasy describing ocean freighter docking (a large body of water constituting a principal part of the hydrosphere)
- cargo freighter charter agreementMedium describing cargo freighter charter agreement (goods carried by a large vehicle)
- conversion of aircraft into freighterHard describing conversion of aircraft into freighter (an event that results in a transformation)
- stranded freighter salvage operationsVery Hard to stranded freighter salvage operations, meaning to leave stranded or isolated with little hope of rescue
gasoline /ˈɡæsəˌlin/
- unleaded gasolineEasy describing unleaded gasoline (not treated with lead)
- gasoline price hike impacts logisticsMedium describing gasoline price hike impacts logistics (a volatile flammable mixture of hydrocarbons (hexane and heptane and octane etc.) derived from petroleum; used mainly as a fuel in internal-combustion engines)
- petroleum and gasoline inventory reportsHard describing petroleum and gasoline inventory reports (a dark oil consisting mainly of hydrocarbons)
- volatile gasoline futures tradingVery Hard describing volatile gasoline futures trading (a volatile substance; a substance that changes readily from solid or liquid to a vapor)
generic /dʒəˈnɛrɪk/
- generic brand productEasy describing generic brand product (a wine that is a blend of several varieties of grapes with no one grape predominating; a wine that does not carry the name of any specific grape)
- generic job descriptionMedium describing generic job description (a wine that is a blend of several varieties of grapes with no one grape predominating; a wine that does not carry the name of any specific grape)
- generic drug market competitionHard describing generic drug market competition (a wine that is a blend of several varieties of grapes with no one grape predominating; a wine that does not carry the name of any specific grape)
- trademark becomes generic through genericideVery Hard to trademark becomes generic through genericide, meaning to mark with a brand or trademark
genuine /ˈdʒɛnjəwən/
- genuine leather jacketEasy describing genuine leather jacket (not fake or counterfeit)
- genuine interest in the roleMedium describing genuine interest in the role (not fake or counterfeit)
- genuine effort to resolve disputeHard describing genuine effort to resolve dispute (not fake or counterfeit)
- verify genuine signature on deedVery Hard to verify genuine signature on deed, meaning to confirm the truth of
gift /ɡɪft/
- birthday giftEasy describing birthday gift (an anniversary of the day on which a person was born (or the celebration of it))
- gift certificate voucherMedium to gift certificate voucher, meaning to give qualities or abilities to
- gift tax declaration thresholdHard to gift tax declaration threshold, meaning to give qualities or abilities to
- natural gift for courtroom advocacyVery Hard describing natural gift for courtroom advocacy (someone regarded as certain to succeed)
goods /ɡʊdz/
- consumer goodsEasy describing consumer goods (a person who uses goods or services)
- damaged goodsMedium to damaged goods, meaning to inflict damage upon
- capital goodsHard describing capital goods (assets available for use in the production of further assets)
- deliver the goodsVery Hard to bring or provide results or goods regarding the goods
grocery /ˈɡroʊsɚi/
- grocery storeEasy describing grocery store (a marketplace where groceries are sold)
- grocery listMedium describing grocery list (a marketplace where groceries are sold)
- retail grocery chainHard to retail grocery chain, meaning to be sold at the retail level
- bag groceries at a mom-and-pop groceryVery Hard to bag groceries at a mom-and-pop grocery, meaning to capture or kill, as in hunting
inexpensive /ˌɪnɪkˈspɛnsɪv/
- inexpensive restaurantEasy describing inexpensive restaurant (relatively low in price or charging low prices)
- inexpensive marketing alternativesMedium describing inexpensive marketing alternatives (relatively low in price or charging low prices)
- source inexpensive raw materialsHard to source inexpensive raw materials, meaning to get (a product) from another country or business
- inexpensive facade concealing feesVery Hard describing inexpensive facade concealing fees (relatively low in price or charging low prices)
inventory /ˈɪnvəntɔːri/
- take inventoryEasy to perform, accept, or undertake an action regarding inventory
- inventory management softwareMedium to inventory management software, meaning to make or include in an itemized record or report
- write down obsolete inventoryHard to compose or produce in written form regarding down obsolete inventory
- just-in-time inventory system vulnerableVery Hard a collocation phrase: just-in-time inventory system vulnerable
item /ˈaɪtəm/
- clothing itemEasy to clothing item, meaning to provide with clothes or put clothes on
- agenda item for discussionMedium describing agenda item for discussion (a temporally organized plan for matters to be attended to)
- line item in expenditure budgetHard to line item in expenditure budget, meaning to be in line with; form a line along
- collector's item fetching high pricesVery Hard a collocation phrase: collector's item fetching high prices
jewelry /ˈdʒuəlri/
- gold jewelryEasy describing gold jewelry (coins made of gold)
- insured jewelry valuationMedium to insured jewelry valuation, meaning to be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something
- luxury jewelry auctionHard describing luxury jewelry auction (something that is an indulgence rather than a necessity)
- heirloom jewelry pawned in distressVery Hard describing heirloom jewelry pawned in distress ((law) any property that is considered by law or custom as inseparable from an inheritance is inherited with that inheritance)
leather /ˈlɛðɚ/
- leather shoesEasy to leather shoes, meaning to whip with a leather strap
- genuine leather goodsMedium describing genuine leather goods (not fake or counterfeit)
- synthetic leather upholsteryHard describing synthetic leather upholstery (a compound made artificially by chemical reactions)
- fine-grained leather craftsmanshipVery Hard describing fine-grained leather craftsmanship (consisting of fine particles)
lightweight /ˈlaɪˈtweɪt/
- lightweight jacketEasy describing lightweight jacket (a professional boxer who weighs between 131 and 135 pounds)
- lightweight laptop modelMedium describing lightweight laptop model (a professional boxer who weighs between 131 and 135 pounds)
- utilize lightweight composite materialsHard to utilize lightweight composite materials, meaning to put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose
- dismiss someone as an intellectual lightweightVery Hard to dismiss someone as an intellectual lightweight, meaning to bar from attention or consideration
loyal /ˈlɔɪəl/
- loyal friendEasy describing loyal friend (steadfast in allegiance or duty)
- retain loyal customersMedium to retain loyal customers, meaning to hold back within
- fiercely loyal brand advocatesHard describing fiercely loyal brand advocates (in a physically fierce manner)
- unswervingly loyal through tribulationsVery Hard describing unswervingly loyal through tribulations (in a constant and steadfast manner)
loyalty /ˈlɔɪəlti/
- show loyaltyEasy to display, demonstrate, or exhibit regarding loyalty
- customer loyalty cardMedium describing customer loyalty card (someone who pays for goods or services)
- foster brand loyalty across segmentsHard to foster brand loyalty across segments, meaning to promote the growth of
- torn by divided loyaltyVery Hard to torn by divided loyalty, meaning to separate or cause to separate abruptly
mall /mɔl/
- shopping mallEasy to shopping mall, meaning to do one's shopping
- anchor store in a mallMedium to anchor store in a mall, meaning to fix firmly and stably
- regional mall redevelopment projectHard describing regional mall redevelopment project (characteristic of a region)
- declining footfall in suburban mallsVery Hard to declining footfall in suburban malls, meaning to grow worse
merchandise /ˈmɝtʃənˌdaɪz/
- buy merchandiseEasy to obtain in exchange for payment regarding merchandise
- display promotional merchandise prominentlyMedium to display promotional merchandise prominently, meaning to to show, make visible or apparent
- inspect damaged merchandise upon arrivalHard to inspect damaged merchandise upon arrival, meaning to look over carefully
- confiscate illicit counterfeit merchandise at bordersVery Hard to confiscate illicit counterfeit merchandise at borders, meaning to take temporary possession of as a security, by legal authority
merchant /ˈmɝtʃənt/
- local merchantEasy describing local merchant (public transport consisting of a bus or train that stops at all stations or stops)
- merchant credit card processing feeMedium describing merchant credit card processing fee (a businessperson engaged in retail trade)
- merchant banking syndication servicesHard describing merchant banking syndication services (a businessperson engaged in retail trade)
- unscrupulously rapacious merchant gouging pricesVery Hard describing unscrupulously rapacious merchant gouging prices (without scruples)
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
outlet /ˈaʊtˌlɛt/
- electrical power outletEasy describing electrical power outlet (relating to or concerned with electricity)
- retail store outletMedium to retail store outlet, meaning to be sold at the retail level
- creative outlet for talentHard describing creative outlet for talent (having the ability or power to create)
- factory outlet clearance saleVery Hard describing factory outlet clearance sale (a plant consisting of one or more buildings with facilities for manufacturing)
overcharge /ˈoʊvɚˌtʃɑrdʒ/
- overcharge customers for itemsEasy to overcharge customers for items, meaning to rip off; ask an unreasonable price
- accidentally overcharge an invoiceMedium describing accidentally overcharge an invoice (without advance planning)
- penalties for overcharging clientsHard describing penalties for overcharging clients (the act of punishing)
- grossly overcharge for basic servicesVery Hard describing grossly overcharge for basic services (in a gross manner)
package /ˈpækədʒ/
- receive a parcel packageEasy to receive a parcel package, meaning to get something; come into possession of
- attractive compensation packageMedium describing attractive compensation package (pleasing to the eye or mind especially through beauty or charm)
- comprehensive software package dealHard describing comprehensive software package deal (an intensive examination testing a student's proficiency in some special field of knowledge)
- wrap controversial plans in an appealing packageVery Hard to wrap controversial plans in an appealing package, meaning to arrange or fold as a cover or protection
pant /pænt/
- pair of blue pantsEasy to pair of blue pants, meaning to form a pair or pairs
- panting heavily from climbing stairsMedium to panting heavily from climbing stairs, meaning to breathe noisily, as when one is exhausted
- smart tailored wool dress pantsHard to smart tailored wool dress pants, meaning to be the source of pain
- caught with pants downVery Hard to caught with pants down, meaning to discover or come upon accidentally, suddenly, or unexpectedly; catch somebody doing something or in a certain state
parcel /ˈpɑrsəl/
- deliver a postal parcelEasy to bring or provide results or goods regarding a postal parcel
- track courier parcel delivery statusMedium to track courier parcel delivery status, meaning to carry on the feet and deposit
- parcel of commercial development landHard to parcel of commercial development land, meaning to divide into parts
- part and parcel of the businessVery Hard to part and parcel of the business, meaning to go one's own way; move apart
personalize /ˈpɝsənəˌlaɪz/
- personalize a gift cardEasy to add a custom name or handwritten greeting to a token
- personalize customer marketing emailsMedium tailoring electronic promotional messages to buyer preferences
- personalize patient therapeutic regimensHard customizing medical treatment protocols to an individual's biology
- hyper-personalize algorithmic recommendation feedsVery Hard tailoring content suggestions precisely to user behavioral telemetry
price /praɪs/
- pay a reasonable priceEasy to give money in exchange for goods or services regarding a reasonable price
- competitive price matching policyMedium describing competitive price matching policy (involving competition or competitiveness)
- price volatility in international commoditiesHard to price volatility in international commodities, meaning to determine the price of
- pay a heavy price for negligenceVery Hard to give money in exchange for goods or services regarding a heavy price for negligence
promotional /prəˈmoʊʃənəl/
- give away promotional pensEasy to provide or present something regarding away promotional pens
- distribute promotional flyers at the trade showMedium to distribute promotional flyers at the trade show, meaning to administer or bestow, as in small portions
- promotional campaign driving customer acquisitionHard describing promotional campaign driving customer acquisition (of or relating to serving as publicity)
- promotional puffery exceeding factual claimsVery Hard describing promotional puffery exceeding factual claims (of or relating to serving as publicity)
- promotional materialEasy describing promotional material (of or relating to serving as publicity)
purchase /ˈpɝtʃəs/
- purchase groceries at the marketEasy to purchase groceries at the market, meaning to obtain by purchase; acquire by means of a financial transaction
- purchase order approved by accountingMedium to purchase order approved by accounting, meaning to obtain by purchase; acquire by means of a financial transaction
- negotiate an asset purchase agreementHard to discuss terms to reach an agreement regarding an asset purchase agreement
- gain moral purchase on the contentious disputeVery Hard to gain moral purchase on the contentious dispute, meaning to obtain
- make a purchaseEasy to create, produce, or cause regarding a purchase
purchaser /ˈpɝtʃəsɚ/
- receipt given to the purchaserEasy to receipt given to the purchaser, meaning to report the receipt of
- first-time home purchaser mortgage incentivesMedium a collocation phrase: first-time home purchaser mortgage incentives
- bona fide purchaser for value without noticeHard a collocation phrase: bona fide purchaser for value without notice
- unnamed purchaser acquiring majority corporate voting stockVery Hard describing unnamed purchaser acquiring majority corporate voting stock (being or having an unknown or unnamed source)
quantity /ˈkwɑntəti/
- large quantityEasy describing large quantity (a garment size for a large person)
- order supplies in quantityMedium to order supplies in quantity, meaning to give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority
- tiered quantity discount schemeHard describing tiered quantity discount scheme (having or arranged in tiers)
- an unknown quantity in negotiationsVery Hard referring to an unknown quantity in negotiations
quote /kwoʊt/
- get a quoteEasy to obtain, receive, or reach regarding a quote
- provide a price quoteMedium to supply or make available regarding a price quote
- submit a competitive quote for the tenderHard to present a document or proposal for consideration regarding a competitive quote for the tender
- quote chapter and verse from the policyVery Hard to quote chapter and verse from the policy, meaning to repeat a passage from
range /reɪndʒ/
- price range selectionEasy to price range selection, meaning to determine the price of
- wide range of office suppliesMedium describing wide range of office supplies (having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other)
- broaden the product range strategicallyHard to broaden the product range strategically, meaning to make broader
- fall outside the range of plausible scenariosVery Hard to drop or decrease significantly regarding outside the range of plausible scenarios
reasonable /ˈrizənəbəl/
- reasonable price for dinnerEasy describing reasonable price for dinner (showing reason or sound judgment)
- request a reasonable accommodationMedium to request a reasonable accommodation, meaning to express the need or desire for; ask for
- proof beyond reasonable doubtHard to proof beyond reasonable doubt, meaning to make or take a proof of, such as a photographic negative, an etching, or typeset
- harbor reasonable expectations under duressVery Hard to harbor reasonable expectations under duress, meaning to maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings)
reasonably /ˈrizənəbli/
- reasonably priced hotel roomEasy describing reasonably priced hotel room (to a moderately sufficient extent or degree)
- perform reasonably well on the examMedium to perform reasonably well on the exam, meaning to carry out or perform an action
- reasonably foresee contingent liabilitiesHard describing reasonably foresee contingent liabilities (to a moderately sufficient extent or degree)
- reasonably confident of securing the mandateVery Hard describing reasonably confident of securing the mandate (to a moderately sufficient extent or degree)
rebate /ˈriˌbeɪt/
- mail-in rebate formEasy a collocation phrase: mail-in rebate form
- claim an instant manufacturer rebateMedium to claim an instant manufacturer rebate, meaning to assert or affirm strongly; state to be true or existing
- qualify for an energy efficiency tax rebateHard to qualify for an energy efficiency tax rebate, meaning to prove capable or fit; meet requirements
- retrospective volume rebate settlementVery Hard describing retrospective volume rebate settlement (an exhibition of a representative selection of an artist's life work)
receipt /rɪˈsiːt/
- store purchase receiptEasy to store purchase receipt, meaning to keep or lay aside for future use
- acknowledge receipt of the letterMedium to acknowledge receipt of the letter, meaning to declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of
- inspect merchandise upon receiptHard to inspect merchandise upon receipt, meaning to look over carefully
- retain receipts for rigorous audit verificationVery Hard to retain receipts for rigorous audit verification, meaning to hold back within
refund /ˈriːfʌnd/
- ask for a full refundEasy to make a request or inquiry regarding for a full refund
- process customer refund claimsMedium to process customer refund claims, meaning to subject to a process or treatment, with the aim of readying for some purpose, improving, or remedying a condition
- stipulate strict no-refund terms in the contractHard to stipulate strict no-refund terms in the contract, meaning to specify as a condition or requirement in a contract or agreement; make an express demand or provision in an agreement
- demand an unconditional cash refund on the spotVery Hard to demand an unconditional cash refund on the spot, meaning to request urgently and forcefully
- issue a refundEasy to issue a refund, meaning to prepare and issue for public distribution or sale
refundable /rɪˈfʌndəbəl/
- refundable depositEasy a collocation phrase: refundable deposit
- purchase fully refundable airline ticketsMedium to purchase fully refundable airline tickets, meaning to obtain by purchase; acquire by means of a financial transaction
- claim refundable tax credits on green investmentsHard to claim refundable tax credits on green investments, meaning to assert or affirm strongly; state to be true or existing
- the reservation fee is strictly non-refundableVery Hard referring to the reservation fee is strictly non-refundable
reliable /rɪˈlaɪəbəl/
- reliable carEasy describing reliable car (worthy of reliance or trust)
- reliable supplier for materialsMedium describing reliable supplier for materials (worthy of reliance or trust)
- provide a reliable estimate of revenueHard to supply or make available regarding a reliable estimate of revenue
- rock-solid and utterly reliable under stressVery Hard a collocation phrase: rock-solid and utterly reliable under stress
replacement /rɪˈpleɪsmənt/
- find a quick replacementEasy to find a quick replacement, meaning to come upon, as if by accident; meet with
- order a replacement part for machineryMedium to order a replacement part for machinery, meaning to give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority
- implement a formal succession and replacement planHard to put into practical effect regarding a formal succession and replacement plan
- prosthetic hip replacement surgery successVery Hard describing prosthetic hip replacement surgery success (of or relating to prosthetics)
retailer /ˈriˌteɪlɚ/
- local grocery retailerEasy describing local grocery retailer (public transport consisting of a bus or train that stops at all stations or stops)
- negotiate shelf space with major retailersMedium to discuss terms to reach an agreement regarding shelf space with major retailers
- online retailers capturing suburban market shareHard describing online retailers capturing suburban market share (on a regular route of a railroad or bus or airline system)
- squeeze vulnerable independent retailers out of downtownsVery Hard to squeeze vulnerable independent retailers out of downtowns, meaning to to compress with violence, out of natural shape or condition
return /rɪˈtɝn/
- return a library book on timeEasy to return a library book on time, meaning to go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before
- return an item for a full refundMedium to return an item for a full refund, meaning to go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before
- maximize risk-adjusted investment returnsHard to maximize risk-adjusted investment returns, meaning to make as big or large as possible
- cross the point of no return irreversiblyVery Hard to cross the point of no return irreversibly, meaning to travel across or pass over
sale /seɪl/
- shoes on sale todayEasy to shoes on sale today, meaning to furnish with shoes
- annual clearance sale eventMedium describing annual clearance sale event ((botany) a plant that completes its entire life cycle within the space of a year)
- boost international export sales figuresHard to increase or improve significantly regarding international export sales figures
- point-of-sale terminal encryption standardsVery Hard describing point-of-sale terminal encryption standards (of or relating to or being the location where something is purchased)
- go on saleEasy to go on sale, meaning to change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
salesperson /ˈseɪlzˌpɝsən/
- ask the store salespersonEasy to make a request or inquiry regarding the store salesperson
- the salesperson demonstrated product features clearlyMedium referring to the salesperson demonstrated product features clearly
- evaluate salesperson productivity metrics annuallyHard to evaluate salesperson productivity metrics annually, meaning to evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of
- a consummate salesperson closing landmark dealsVery Hard referring to a consummate salesperson closing landmark deals
sample /ˈsæmpəl/
- taste a food sampleEasy to taste a food sample, meaning to have flavor; taste of something
- distribute free product samples to visitorsMedium to distribute free product samples to visitors, meaning to administer or bestow, as in small portions
- analyze representative blood samples under laboratory conditionsHard to analyze representative blood samples under laboratory conditions, meaning to consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning
- a statistically sound random sample populationVery Hard referring to a statistically sound random sample population
sedan /səˈdæn/
- four-door family sedanEasy a collocation phrase: four-door family sedan
- purchase an executive luxury sedan for company travelMedium to purchase an executive luxury sedan for company travel, meaning to obtain by purchase; acquire by means of a financial transaction
- fuel-efficient hybrid sedan fleet deploymentHard a collocation phrase: fuel-efficient hybrid sedan fleet deployment
- the quiet hum of a chauffeur-driven flagship sedanVery Hard referring to the quiet hum of a chauffeur-driven flagship sedan
selection /səˈlɛkʃən/
- wide selection of booksEasy describing wide selection of books (having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other)
- conduct a rigorous recruitment selection processMedium to organize and carry out regarding a rigorous recruitment selection process
- natural selection shaping evolutionary adaptationsHard describing natural selection shaping evolutionary adaptations (someone regarded as certain to succeed)
- make an eclectic selection defying conventional categorizationsVery Hard to create, produce, or cause regarding an eclectic selection defying conventional categorizations
sell /sɛl/
- sell fresh bread in the morningEasy to exchange goods or services for money regarding fresh bread in the morning
- sell products directly to enterprise clientsMedium to exchange goods or services for money regarding products directly to enterprise clients
- sell off non-core assets to pare down corporate debtHard to exchange goods or services for money regarding off non-core assets to pare down corporate debt
- sell one's soul for transient commercial advantageVery Hard to exchange goods or services for money regarding one's soul for transient commercial advantage
- sell out all ticketsEasy to exchange goods or services for money regarding out all tickets
- sold outEasy to sold out, meaning to exchange or deliver for money or its equivalent
seller /ˈsɛlɚ/
- best seller book in the storeEasy to best seller book in the store, meaning to get the better of
- negotiate closing fees with the property sellerMedium to discuss terms to reach an agreement regarding closing fees with the property seller
- verify seller credentials before releasing escrow fundsHard to verify seller credentials before releasing escrow funds, meaning to confirm the truth of
- a pronounced seller's market squeezing prospective buyersVery Hard referring to a pronounced seller's market squeezing prospective buyers
shelf /ʃɛlf/
- book on the top shelfEasy to book on the top shelf, meaning to engage for a performance
- keep grocery items on the store shelfMedium to continue or maintain in a specified condition regarding grocery items on the store shelf
- evaluate product shelf life under varying temperaturesHard to evaluate product shelf life under varying temperatures, meaning to evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of
- shelve contentious proposals indefinitely until consensusVery Hard to shelve contentious proposals indefinitely until consensus, meaning to hold back to a later time
ship /ʃɪp/
- large cargo shipEasy describing large cargo ship (a garment size for a large person)
- ship orders within twenty-four hours of receiptMedium to ship orders within twenty-four hours of receipt, meaning to transport commercially
- insure freight against ship collision or strandingHard to insure freight against ship collision or stranding, meaning to be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something
- when one's ship comes in after decades of struggleVery Hard a collocation phrase: when one's ship comes in after decades of struggle
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
shoe /ʃu/
- put on leather shoesEasy to put on leather shoes, meaning to put into a certain place or abstract location
- wear comfortable shoes for site visitsMedium to have on one's body as clothing or accessory regarding comfortable shoes for site visits
- conduct tensile strength testing on athletic shoesHard to organize and carry out regarding tensile strength testing on athletic shoes
- step into someone's shoes and assume their immense burdenVery Hard to step into someone's shoes and assume their immense burden, meaning to shift or move by taking a step
shop /ʃɑp/
- buy milk at the corner shopEasy to obtain in exchange for payment regarding milk at the corner shop
- shop around for competitive insurance quotesMedium to shop around for competitive insurance quotes, meaning to do one's shopping
- shut up shop after protracted commercial insolvencyHard to shut up shop after protracted commercial insolvency, meaning to move so that an opening or passage is obstructed; make shut
- talk shop endlessly outside professional settingsVery Hard to talk shop endlessly outside professional settings, meaning to exchange thoughts; talk with
shopper /ˈʃɑpɚ/
- help a shopper find an itemEasy to help a shopper find an item, meaning to give help or assistance; be of service
- cater to discerning holiday shoppers with discountsMedium to cater to discerning holiday shoppers with discounts, meaning to give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance
- track digital shopper journeys using advanced telemetryHard to track digital shopper journeys using advanced telemetry, meaning to carry on the feet and deposit
- the fickle loyalty of discount-driven impulse shoppersVery Hard referring to the fickle loyalty of discount-driven impulse shoppers
showroom /ˈʃoʊˌrʊm/
- car showroomEasy describing car showroom (a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine)
- visit the showroomMedium to visit the showroom, meaning to go to see a place, as for entertainment
- flagship showroomHard describing flagship showroom (the chief one of a related group)
- showroom floor trafficVery Hard describing showroom floor traffic (an area where merchandise (such as cars) can be displayed)
size /saɪz/
- medium sizeEasy describing medium size (a means or instrumentality for storing or communicating information)
- sample size in user researchMedium to sample size in user research, meaning to take a sample of
- downsize the corporate workforceHard to downsize the corporate workforce, meaning to dismiss from work
- size up the oppositionVery Hard to size up the opposition, meaning to cover or stiffen or glaze a porous material with size or sizing (a glutinous substance)
stock /stɑk/
- in stockEasy indicating a state, position, or relationship within stock
- stock market volatilityMedium to stock market volatility, meaning to have on hand
- replenish dwindling inventory stock levelsHard to replenish dwindling inventory stock levels, meaning to fill something that had previously been emptied
- take stock of recent corporate blundersVery Hard to perform, accept, or undertake an action regarding stock of recent corporate blunders
store /stɔr/
- grocery storeEasy describing grocery store (a marketplace where groceries are sold)
- store data on backup serversMedium to store data on backup servers, meaning to keep or lay aside for future use
- retail store traffic metrics analysisHard to retail store traffic metrics analysis, meaning to be sold at the retail level
- who knows what fate has in store for usVery Hard describing who knows what fate has in store for us (a United Nations agency to coordinate international health activities and to help governments improve health services)
supermarket /ˈsupɚˌmɑrkɪt/
- local supermarketEasy describing local supermarket (public transport consisting of a bus or train that stops at all stations or stops)
- supermarket chain expansion into suburbsMedium describing supermarket chain expansion into suburbs (a large self-service grocery store selling groceries and dairy products and household goods)
- supermarket pricing strategies under antitrust scrutinyHard describing supermarket pricing strategies under antitrust scrutiny (a large self-service grocery store selling groceries and dairy products and household goods)
- financial supermarket offering one-stop investment servicesVery Hard describing financial supermarket offering one-stop investment services (involving financial matters)
supplier /səˈplaɪɚ/
- main supplierEasy describing main supplier (any very large body of (salt) water)
- negotiate pricing terms with preferred suppliersMedium to discuss terms to reach an agreement regarding pricing terms with preferred suppliers
- sole supplier dependency threatening productionHard to sole supplier dependency threatening production, meaning to put a new sole on
- vetted tier-one supplier meeting stringent standardsVery Hard to vetted tier-one supplier meeting stringent standards, meaning to work as a veterinarian
supply /səˈplaɪ/
- supply of foodEasy to supply of food, meaning to give something useful or necessary to
- supply chain disruptions causing delaysMedium to supply chain disruptions causing delays, meaning to give something useful or necessary to
- match aggregate market supply with demandHard to match aggregate market supply with demand, meaning to be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics
- choking off critical resource supply to throttle rivalsVery Hard to choking off critical resource supply to throttle rivals, meaning to breathe with great difficulty, as when experiencing a strong emotion
sweater /ˈswɛtɚ/
- wool sweaterEasy describing wool sweater (a fabric made from the hair of sheep)
- folded sweaters on display shelvesMedium to folded sweaters on display shelves, meaning to bend or lay so that one part covers the other
- dry clean cashmere sweater according to labelHard to dry clean cashmere sweater according to label, meaning to remove the moisture from and make dry
- unravel like a poorly knitted sweater under scrutinyVery Hard to unravel like a poorly knitted sweater under scrutiny, meaning to become or cause to become undone by separating the fibers or threads of
tag /tæɡ/
- price tagEasy to price tag, meaning to determine the price of
- electronic RFID tag attached to freightMedium describing electronic RFID tag attached to freight (of or relating to electronics; concerned with or using devices that operate on principles governing the behavior of electrons)
- tag assets for accelerated tax depreciationHard to tag assets for accelerated tax depreciation, meaning to attach a tag or label to
- hefty price tag attached to diplomatic blundersVery Hard describing hefty price tag attached to diplomatic blunders ((of a person) possessing physical strength and weight; rugged and powerful)
tariff /ˈtærɪf/
- high tariffEasy describing high tariff (a lofty level or position or degree)
- impose retaliatory tariffs on imported steelMedium to impose retaliatory tariffs on imported steel, meaning to compel to behave in a certain way
- preferential tariff treatment under bilateral pactsHard describing preferential tariff treatment under bilateral pacts (manifesting partiality)
- tariff escalations sparking a devastating trade warVery Hard to tariff escalations sparking a devastating trade war, meaning to charge a tariff
tender /ˈtɛndɚ/
- tender meatEasy to tender meat, meaning to offer or present for acceptance
- submit a competitive tender for public worksMedium to present a document or proposal for consideration regarding a competitive tender for public works
- tender one's formal resignation to the boardHard to tender one's formal resignation to the board, meaning to offer or present for acceptance
- legal tender status enforced by sovereign mandateVery Hard describing legal tender status enforced by sovereign mandate (established by or founded upon law or official or accepted rules)
toy /tɔɪ/
- wooden toys for childrenEasy describing wooden toys for children (made or consisting of (entirely or in part) or employing wood)
- toy safety compliance regulationsMedium to toy safety compliance regulations, meaning to behave carelessly or indifferently
- mass recall of defective toysHard to mass recall of defective toys, meaning to join together into a mass or collect or form a mass
- toy with the idea of a hostile takeoverVery Hard to toy with the idea of a hostile takeover, meaning to behave carelessly or indifferently
tracking /ˈtrækɪŋ/
- order tracking numberEasy to order tracking number, meaning to give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority
- real-time shipment trackingMedium describing real-time shipment tracking (of or relating to computer systems that update information at the same rate they receive information)
- automated inventory tracking systemHard to automated inventory tracking system, meaning to make automatic or control or operate automatically
- clandestine tracking of illicit capital flightVery Hard describing clandestine tracking of illicit capital flight (conducted with or marked by hidden aims or methods)
transit /ˈtrænzɪt/
- public transit systemEasy describing public transit system (people in general considered as a whole)
- lost goods in transitMedium to lost goods in transit, meaning to fail to keep or to maintain; cease to have, either physically or in an abstract sense
- rapid transit network expansion planHard describing rapid transit network expansion plan (a part of a river where the current is very fast)
- planetary transit across the solar discVery Hard describing planetary transit across the solar disc (of or relating to or resembling the physical or orbital characteristics of a planet or the planets)
unload /ənˈloʊd/
- unload cargo from the truckEasy to unload cargo from the truck, meaning to leave or unload
- unload raw materials at the dockMedium to unload raw materials at the dock, meaning to leave or unload
- unload toxic debt assets before market collapseHard to unload toxic debt assets before market collapse, meaning to leave or unload
- unload all pent-up fury onto unsuspecting subordinatesVery Hard to unload all pent-up fury onto unsuspecting subordinates, meaning to leave or unload
- unload boxesEasy to unload boxes, meaning to leave or unload
unused /əˈnjuzd/
- unused ticketsEasy describing unused tickets (not yet used or soiled)
- unused office space for leaseMedium describing unused office space for lease (not yet used or soiled)
- write off unused capital allocationsHard to compose or produce in written form regarding off unused capital allocations
- latent intellect lying unused in idle slumberVery Hard describing latent intellect lying unused in idle slumber (potentially existing but not presently evident or realized)
van /væn/
- delivery vanEasy describing delivery van (the act of delivering or distributing something (as goods or mail))
- corporate passenger vanMedium describing corporate passenger van (of or belonging to a corporation)
- armored van for cash transportHard to armored van for cash transport, meaning to equip with armor
- in the van of scientific revolutionVery Hard indicating a state, position, or relationship within the van of scientific revolution
vendor /ˈvɛndɚ/
- street vendorEasy describing street vendor (a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings)
- approved software vendor listMedium to approved software vendor list, meaning to give sanction to
- vendor contract renegotiation under antitrust lawsHard describing vendor contract renegotiation under antitrust laws (someone who promotes or exchanges goods or services for money)
- sever ties with a compromised defense vendorVery Hard to sever ties with a compromised defense vendor, meaning to set or keep apart
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
warranty /ˈwɔːrənti/
- one-year warranty on the laptopEasy describing one-year warranty on the laptop (completing its life cycle within a year)
- extended warranty coverage optionMedium to extended warranty coverage option, meaning to extend in scope or range or area
- breach of express contractual warranty obligationsHard to breach of express contractual warranty obligations, meaning to act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises
- lifetime warranty rendered worthless by corporate dissolutionVery Hard describing lifetime warranty rendered worthless by corporate dissolution (the period during which something is functional (as between birth and death))
- under warrantyEasy subject to the authority, condition, or terms of warranty
wholesale /ˈhoʊlseɪl/
- buy goods at wholesale priceEasy to obtain in exchange for payment regarding goods at wholesale price
- wholesale distribution network expansionMedium to wholesale distribution network expansion, meaning to sell in large quantities
- wholesale revision of banking regulatory statutesHard to wholesale revision of banking regulatory statutes, meaning to sell in large quantities
- wholesale slaughter of civil liberties under dictatorshipVery Hard to wholesale slaughter of civil liberties under dictatorship, meaning to sell in large quantities
wrap /ræp/
- wrap a birthday gift in paperEasy to wrap a birthday gift in paper, meaning to arrange or fold as a cover or protection
- wrap up the team meeting on timeMedium to wrap up the team meeting on time, meaning to arrange or fold as a cover or protection
- wrap negotiations into a binding comprehensive treatyHard to wrap negotiations into a binding comprehensive treaty, meaning to arrange or fold as a cover or protection
- wrap oneself in the mantle of patriotism to deceiveVery Hard to wrap oneself in the mantle of patriotism to deceive, meaning to arrange or fold as a cover or protection
wristwatch /ˈrɪsˌtwɑtʃ/
- wear a digital wristwatchEasy to have on one's body as clothing or accessory regarding a digital wristwatch
- premium swiss mechanical wristwatch collectionMedium describing premium swiss mechanical wristwatch collection (payment for insurance)
- auction luxury wristwatch lots for charity proceedsHard to auction luxury wristwatch lots for charity proceeds, meaning to sell at an auction
- smuggled stolen diamond-encrusted wristwatch across bordersVery Hard to smuggled stolen diamond-encrusted wristwatch across borders, meaning to import or export without paying customs duties