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aboard /əˈbɔrd/
- welcome aboardEasy an expression of welcome to travelers boarding a vessel or aircraft
- all aboard the trainMedium an announcement inviting passengers to step into a train before departure
- go aboard the vesselHard to embark upon a sea transport ship
- welcome aboard the teamVery Hard greeting a newly hired colleague into an organizational division
abroad /əˈbrɔd/
- travel abroadEasy to journey or move from one place to another regarding abroad
- study abroad programMedium to devote time and attention to acquiring knowledge regarding abroad program
- expand operations abroadHard to enlarge or grow in scope or area regarding operations abroad
- rumors spread abroadVery Hard to rumors spread abroad, meaning to tell or spread rumors
accommodate /əˈkɑːmədeɪt/
- accommodate five guestsEasy to accommodate five guests, meaning to be agreeable or acceptable to
- accommodate special requestsMedium to accommodate special requests, meaning to be agreeable or acceptable to
- accommodate rapid growthHard to accommodate rapid growth, meaning to be agreeable or acceptable to
- accommodate differing viewpointsVery Hard to accommodate differing viewpoints, meaning to be agreeable or acceptable to
accommodation /əˌkɑːməˈdeɪʃn/
- book accommodationEasy to book accommodation, meaning to engage for a performance
- hotel accommodationMedium describing hotel accommodation (a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services)
- reasonable accommodation for workersHard describing reasonable accommodation for workers (showing reason or sound judgment)
- reach an accommodation with competitorsVery Hard to achieve or arrive at an agreement or state regarding an accommodation with competitors
adventure /ædˈvɛntʃɚ/
- weekend adventureEasy to weekend adventure, meaning to spend the weekend
- embark on a travel adventureMedium to embark on a travel adventure, meaning to go on board
- keen sense of adventureHard to keen sense of adventure, meaning to express grief verbally
- a perilous financial adventureVery Hard referring to a perilous financial adventure
aircraft /ˈɛrˌkræft/
- board the aircraftEasy to board the aircraft, meaning to get on board of (trains, buses, ships, aircraft, etc.)
- commercial aircraft maintenanceMedium describing commercial aircraft maintenance (a commercially sponsored ad on radio or television)
- aircraft fleet modernization programHard describing aircraft fleet modernization program (a vehicle that can fly)
- state-of-the-art aircraft avionicsVery Hard describing state-of-the-art aircraft avionics (the highest level of development at a particular time (especially the present time))
airfare /ˈɛrˌfɛr/
- cheap airfare dealsEasy describing cheap airfare deals (relatively low in price or charging low prices)
- reimburse reasonable airfare expensesMedium to reimburse reasonable airfare expenses, meaning to pay back for some expense incurred
- airfare volatility during peak seasonsHard describing airfare volatility during peak seasons (the fare charged for traveling by airplane)
- exorbitant international airfare surgesVery Hard describing exorbitant international airfare surges (greatly exceeding bounds of reason or moderation)
airline /ˈɛrˌlaɪn/
- budget airline flightsEasy to budget airline flights, meaning to make a budget
- major commercial airline allianceMedium to major commercial airline alliance, meaning to have as one's principal field of study
- airline deregulation ramificationsHard describing airline deregulation ramifications (a hose that carries air under pressure)
- flagship airline bankruptcy restructuringVery Hard describing flagship airline bankruptcy restructuring (the chief one of a related group)
airplane /ˈɛrˌpleɪn/
- fly in an airplaneEasy to fly in an airplane, meaning to travel through the air; be airborne
- passenger airplane cabin crewMedium describing passenger airplane cabin crew (a traveler riding in a vehicle (a boat or bus or car or plane or train etc) who is not operating it)
- airplane assembly line efficiencyHard describing airplane assembly line efficiency (an aircraft that has a fixed wing and is powered by propellers or jets)
- airplane structural fatigue testingVery Hard describing airplane structural fatigue testing (an aircraft that has a fixed wing and is powered by propellers or jets)
airport /ˈɛrˌpɔrt/
- airport shuttle busEasy describing airport shuttle bus (an airfield equipped with control tower and hangars as well as accommodations for passengers and cargo)
- arrive at the airport on timeMedium to arrive at the airport on time, meaning to reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress
- international airport security protocolHard describing international airport security protocol (any of several international socialist organizations)
- stranded in the airport transit concourseVery Hard to stranded in the airport transit concourse, meaning to leave stranded or isolated with little hope of rescue
ancient /ˈeɪntʃənt/
- ancient ruinsEasy describing ancient ruins (a very old person)
- ancient history courseMedium describing ancient history course (a very old person)
- preserve ancient cultural heritageHard to preserve ancient cultural heritage, meaning to keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last
- ancient customary maritime lawVery Hard describing ancient customary maritime law (a very old person)
arrival /ɚˈaɪvəl/
- arrival timeEasy describing arrival time (accomplishment of an objective)
- welcome on arrival at the hotelMedium to welcome on arrival at the hotel, meaning to accept gladly
- inspect goods upon arrival at portHard to inspect goods upon arrival at port, meaning to look over carefully
- herald the arrival of disruptive techVery Hard to herald the arrival of disruptive tech, meaning to foreshadow or presage
arrive /ɚˈaɪv/
- arrive at schoolEasy to arrive at school, meaning to reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress
- arrive on schedule for meetingsMedium to arrive on schedule for meetings, meaning to reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress
- arrive at a consensus after deliberationsHard to arrive at a consensus after deliberations, meaning to reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress
- arrive at an impasse during arbitrationVery Hard to arrive at an impasse during arbitration, meaning to reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress
assist /əˈsɪst/
- assist customersEasy to assist customers, meaning to give help or assistance; be of service
- assist the director with logisticsMedium to assist the director with logistics, meaning to give help or assistance; be of service
- actively assist in regulatory investigationsHard describing actively assist in regulatory investigations (in an active manner)
- assist distressed institutions in crisisVery Hard to assist distressed institutions in crisis, meaning to give help or assistance; be of service
attendant /əˈtɛndənt/
- flight attendantEasy to flight attendant, meaning to shoot a bird in flight
- parking lot attendantMedium to parking lot attendant, meaning to place temporarily
- attendant risks of expansionHard describing attendant risks of expansion (someone who waits on or tends to or attends to the needs of another)
- attendant perils overlooked by boardVery Hard describing attendant perils overlooked by board (someone who waits on or tends to or attends to the needs of another)
attraction /əˈtrækʃən/
- tourist attractionEasy describing tourist attraction (someone who travels for pleasure)
- major attraction of the offerMedium to major attraction of the offer, meaning to have as one's principal field of study
- mutual attraction of mergersHard describing mutual attraction of mergers (common to or shared by two or more parties)
- fatal attraction of bubblesVery Hard describing fatal attraction of bubbles (bringing death)
backpack /ˈbækˌpæk/
- carry a backpackEasy to carry a backpack, meaning to move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body
- pack a laptop in the backpackMedium to pack a laptop in the backpack, meaning to arrange in a container
- waterproof backpack specificationsHard to waterproof backpack specifications, meaning to make watertight
- minimalist backpack traveler lifestyleVery Hard describing minimalist backpack traveler lifestyle (a conservative who advocates only minor reforms in government or politics)
bag /bæɡ/
- plastic bagEasy describing plastic bag (generic name for certain synthetic or semisynthetic materials that can be molded or extruded into objects or films or filaments or used for making e.g. coatings and adhesives)
- carry-on bag dimensionsMedium a collocation phrase: carry-on bag dimensions
- mixed bag of quarterly earningsHard to mixed bag of quarterly earnings, meaning to mix together different elements
- in the bag before final signatureVery Hard indicating a state, position, or relationship within the bag before final signature
baggage /ˈbæɡɪdʒ/
- check your baggageEasy to check your baggage, meaning to examine so as to determine accuracy, quality, or condition
- baggage claim carousel at airportMedium describing baggage claim carousel at airport (cases used to carry belongings when traveling)
- emotional baggage hinders judgementHard describing emotional baggage hinders judgement (determined or actuated by emotion rather than reason)
- excess baggage surcharges leviedVery Hard describing excess baggage surcharges levied (a quantity much larger than is needed)
banquet /ˈbæŋkwɪt/
- banquet dinnerEasy to banquet dinner, meaning to provide a feast or banquet for
- reserve banquet hall for the summitMedium to reserve banquet hall for the summit, meaning to hold back or set aside, especially for future use or contingency
- official state banquet for dignitariesHard describing official state banquet for dignitaries (a worker who holds or is invested with an office)
- sumptuous awards banquet concludedVery Hard describing sumptuous awards banquet concluded (rich and superior in quality)
beach /bitʃ/
- sandy beachEasy describing sandy beach (of hair color; pale yellowish to yellowish brown)
- beachfront resort conference packageMedium describing beachfront resort conference package (a strip of land running along a beach)
- beach erosion impact studiesHard to beach erosion impact studies, meaning to land on a beach
- beached assets stranded by regulationVery Hard to beached assets stranded by regulation, meaning to land on a beach
bed /bɛd/
- go to bedEasy to go to bed, meaning to change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
- hospital bed occupancy ratesMedium describing hospital bed occupancy rates (a health facility where patients receive treatment)
- bed of commercial litigation settledHard to bed of commercial litigation settled, meaning to furnish with a bed
- not a bed of roses by any stretchVery Hard describing not a bed of roses by any stretch (negation of a word or group of words)
boat /boʊt/
- ride a small boatEasy to ride a small boat, meaning to sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions
- boat tour ticket bookingMedium to boat tour ticket booking, meaning to ride in a boat on water
- in the same boat facing cutsHard indicating a state, position, or relationship within the same boat facing cuts
- rock the boat needlesslyVery Hard to rock the boat needlessly, meaning to move back and forth or sideways
border /ˈbɔrdɚ/
- cross the country borderEasy to cross the country border, meaning to travel across or pass over
- border control checkpointMedium to border control checkpoint, meaning to extend on all sides of simultaneously; encircle
- cross-border commerce logisticsHard a collocation phrase: cross-border commerce logistics
- border on the absurdVery Hard to border on the absurd, meaning to extend on all sides of simultaneously; encircle
bridge /brɪdʒ/
- walk across the river bridgeEasy to walk across the river bridge, meaning to use one's feet to advance; advance by steps
- bridge the digital divide gapMedium to bridge the digital divide gap, meaning to connect or reduce the distance between
- cross that bridge when we come to itHard to cross that bridge when we come to it, meaning to travel across or pass over
- burn one's bridges irrevocablyVery Hard to burn one's bridges irrevocably, meaning to destroy by fire
brochure /broʊˈʃʊr/
- take a colorful brochureEasy to perform, accept, or undertake an action regarding a colorful brochure
- distribute product marketing brochuresMedium to distribute product marketing brochures, meaning to administer or bestow, as in small portions
- glossy corporate services brochureHard describing glossy corporate services brochure (a magazine printed on good quality paper)
- design lavishly embellished brochuresVery Hard to design lavishly embellished brochures, meaning to make or work out a plan for; devise
bus /bʌs/
- wait at the city bus stopEasy to stand at a designated urban transit boarding point
- check local bus schedule timetableMedium to consult departure and arrival times for public transit
- charter an executive shuttle busHard to rent a private coach for company personnel or guests
- throw a teammate under the busVery Hard to sacrifice or blame a colleague to protect oneself
cab /kæb/
- call a yellow cab street taxiEasy to contact, summon, or announce regarding a yellow cab street taxi
- reimburse late-night cab fare expensesMedium to reimburse late-night cab fare expenses, meaning to pay back for some expense incurred
- adhere to licensed cab regulationsHard to stick strictly to rules or policies regarding to licensed cab regulations
- uphold the traditional cab rank ruleVery Hard to uphold the traditional cab rank rule, meaning to keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last
cabin /ˈkæbən/
- cozy wooden log cabinEasy describing cozy wooden log cabin (a padded cloth covering to keep a teapot warm)
- flight attendant cabin crew memberMedium to flight attendant cabin crew member, meaning to shoot a bird in flight
- upgrade passenger to business cabinHard to upgrade passenger to business cabin, meaning to rate higher; raise in value or esteem
- suffer from acute cabin fever indoorsVery Hard to suffer from acute cabin fever indoors, 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
cancellation /ˌkænsəˈleɪʃən/
- flight cancellation advisoryEasy to flight cancellation advisory, meaning to shoot a bird in flight
- read booking cancellation policyMedium to look at and comprehend written text regarding booking cancellation policy
- incur a late cancellation penalty feeHard to incur a late cancellation penalty fee, meaning to make oneself subject to; bring upon oneself; become liable to
- invoke mutual contract cancellation clauseVery Hard to invoke mutual contract cancellation clause, meaning to summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic
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
captain /ˈkæptən/
- ship captain on the bridgeEasy to ship captain on the bridge, meaning to transport commercially
- team captain motivates playersMedium to team captain motivates players, meaning to form a team
- distinguished captain of heavy industryHard to distinguished captain of heavy industry, meaning to mark as different
- remain captain of one's own destinyVery Hard to remain captain of one's own destiny, meaning to stay the same; remain in a certain state
car /kɑr/
- drive a rented compact carEasy to drive a rented compact car, meaning to operate or control a vehicle
- apply for company car allowanceMedium to submit a formal request or put into practice regarding for company car allowance
- commercialize driverless car technologyHard to commercialize driverless car technology, meaning to exploit for maximal profit, usually by sacrificing quality
- turn out to be a car crash interviewVery Hard to turn out to be a car crash interview, meaning to change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense
castle /ˈkæsəl/
- ancient fairy tale stone castleEasy describing ancient fairy tale stone castle (a very old person)
- take a tour of historic royal castleMedium to perform, accept, or undertake an action regarding a tour of historic royal castle
- an Englishman's home is his castle principleHard referring to an Englishman's home is his castle principle
- build castles in the air daydreamingVery Hard to construct, develop, or establish regarding castles in the air daydreaming
catch /kætʃ/
- catch the morning commuter trainEasy to catch the morning commuter train, meaning to discover or come upon accidentally, suddenly, or unexpectedly; catch somebody doing something or in a certain state
- catch up on unread email backlogMedium to catch up on unread email backlog, meaning to discover or come upon accidentally, suddenly, or unexpectedly; catch somebody doing something or in a certain state
- catch the fraudster red-handed in the actHard to catch the fraudster red-handed in the act, meaning to discover or come upon accidentally, suddenly, or unexpectedly; catch somebody doing something or in a certain state
- trapped in an agonizing catch-22 predicamentVery Hard to trapped in an agonizing catch-22 predicament, meaning to place in a confining or embarrassing position
cater /ˈkeɪtər/
- cater for small family partiesEasy to cater for small family parties, meaning to give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance
- cater to VIP corporate clientsMedium to cater to VIP corporate clients, meaning to give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance
- cater to diverse demographic tastesHard to cater to diverse demographic tastes, meaning to give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance
- cater to the lowest common denominatorVery Hard to cater to the lowest common denominator, meaning to give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance
coast /koʊst/
- walk along the sandy sea coastEasy to walk along the sandy sea coast, meaning to use one's feet to advance; advance by steps
- Pacific coast maritime shipping routeMedium describing Pacific coast maritime shipping route (the largest ocean in the world)
- dynamic coastal economic zone developmentHard describing dynamic coastal economic zone development (an efficient incentive)
- wait until the coast is clearVery Hard to wait until the coast is clear, meaning to stay in one place and anticipate or expect something
comfortable /ˈkʌmfɚtəbəl/
- wear soft comfortable leather walking shoesEasy to have on one's body as clothing or accessory regarding soft comfortable leather walking shoes
- maintain a comfortable temperature in office workspacesMedium to keep in good condition or preserve regarding a comfortable temperature in office workspaces
- accumulate a comfortable retirement savings cushionHard to accumulate a comfortable retirement savings cushion, meaning to get or gather together
- grew dangerously comfortable with chronic complacencyVery Hard to grew dangerously comfortable with chronic complacency, meaning to pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become
comfortably /ˈkʌmfɚtəbli/
- rest comfortably on the soft living sofaEasy to rest comfortably on the soft living sofa, meaning to not move; be in a resting position
- comfortably handle routine administrative tasks each dayMedium describing comfortably handle routine administrative tasks each day (in mental comfort; without stress)
- comfortably surpass industry profitability benchmark targetsHard describing comfortably surpass industry profitability benchmark targets (in mental comfort; without stress)
- comfortably ensconced in privileged ivory tower positionsVery Hard describing comfortably ensconced in privileged ivory tower positions (in mental comfort; without stress)
commuter /kəˈmjutɚ/
- board the crowded morning commuter busEasy to board the crowded morning commuter bus, meaning to get on board of (trains, buses, ships, aircraft, etc.)
- purchase discounted monthly suburban rail commuter passesMedium to purchase discounted monthly suburban rail commuter passes, meaning to obtain by purchase; acquire by means of a financial transaction
- expand urban multimodal commuter transportation transit networksHard to enlarge or grow in scope or area regarding urban multimodal commuter transportation transit networks
- hundreds of stranded commuters voiced furious grievancesVery Hard describing hundreds of stranded commuters voiced furious grievances (ten 10s)
compartment /kəmˈpɑrtmənt/
- stow luggage in overhead passenger cabin compartmentEasy to stow luggage in overhead passenger cabin compartment, meaning to fill by packing tightly
- store car registration documents in glove compartmentMedium to store car registration documents in glove compartment, meaning to keep or lay aside for future use
- watertight bulkhead compartment integrity of marine vesselHard describing watertight bulkhead compartment integrity of marine vessel (not allowing water to pass in or out)
- strictly enforce intelligence compartmentation protocols across agenciesVery Hard describing strictly enforce intelligence compartmentation protocols across agencies (restricted to something)
complimentary /ˌkɑːmplɪˈmentri/
- provide complimentary bottled mineral water in roomsEasy to supply or make available regarding complimentary bottled mineral water in rooms
- hotel offers complimentary morning airport shuttle serviceMedium describing hotel offers complimentary morning airport shuttle service (a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services)
- distribute complimentary promotional copies to literary criticsHard to distribute complimentary promotional copies to literary critics, meaning to administer or bestow, as in small portions
- receive an overwhelmingly complimentary appraisal from examinersVery Hard to receive an overwhelmingly complimentary appraisal from examiners, meaning to get something; come into possession of
- complimentary serviceMedium describing complimentary service (conveying or resembling a compliment)
concierge /koʊnˈsjerʒ/
- ask front desk hotel concierge for city mapEasy to make a request or inquiry regarding front desk hotel concierge for city map
- hotel concierge books exclusive theater dinner reservationsMedium describing hotel concierge books exclusive theater dinner reservations (a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services)
- personalized luxury lifestyle corporate concierge servicesHard to personalized luxury lifestyle corporate concierge services, meaning to make personal or more personal
- discreet personal concierge entrusted with confidential mattersVery Hard describing discreet personal concierge entrusted with confidential matters (marked by prudence or modesty and wise self-restraint)
confirm /kənˈfɜːrm/
- confirm flight booking details via phone callEasy to confirm flight booking details via phone call, meaning to establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts
- confirm meeting attendance via return electronic mailMedium to confirm meeting attendance via return electronic mail, meaning to establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts
- confirm judicial nomination following grueling confirmation hearingHard to confirm judicial nomination following grueling confirmation hearing, meaning to establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts
- confirm worst paranoid suspicions with chilling documentary accuracyVery Hard to confirm worst paranoid suspicions with chilling documentary accuracy, meaning to establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts
confirmation /ˌkɑnfɚˈmeɪʃən/
- receive instant order payment confirmation messageEasy to receive instant order payment confirmation message, meaning to get something; come into possession of
- issue formal written hotel reservation booking confirmationMedium to issue formal written hotel reservation booking confirmation, meaning to prepare and issue for public distribution or sale
- await definitive regulatory approval confirmation for mergerHard to await definitive regulatory approval confirmation for merger, meaning to look forward to the probable occurrence of
- confirmation bias systematically distorting scientific empirical researchVery Hard describing confirmation bias systematically distorting scientific empirical research (additional proof that something that was believed (some fact or hypothesis or theory) is correct)
congestion /kənˈdʒɛstʃən/
- relieve uncomfortable nasal sinus congestion naturallyEasy to relieve uncomfortable nasal sinus congestion naturally, meaning to provide physical relief, as from pain
- avoid peak rush hour urban highway traffic congestionMedium to avoid peak rush hour urban highway traffic congestion, meaning to stay clear from; keep away from; keep out of the way of someone or something
- institute dynamic urban cordon congestion pricing toll zonesHard to institute dynamic urban cordon congestion pricing toll zones, meaning to set up or lay the groundwork for
- alleviate chronic freight logistical congestion clogging global seaportsVery Hard to alleviate chronic freight logistical congestion clogging global seaports, meaning to provide physical relief, as from pain
continental /ˌkɑntəˈnɛntəl/
- continental breakfastEasy describing continental breakfast (of or pertaining to or typical of Europe)
- continental flightMedium describing continental flight (of or pertaining to or typical of Europe)
- continental shelfHard describing continental shelf (of or pertaining to or typical of Europe)
- continental drift theoryVery Hard describing continental drift theory (of or pertaining to or typical of Europe)
countryside /ˈkʌntriˌsaɪd/
- beautiful countrysideEasy describing beautiful countryside (delighting the senses or exciting intellectual or emotional admiration)
- weekend trip to the countrysideMedium to weekend trip to the countryside, meaning to spend the weekend
- idyllic rural countryside retreatHard describing idyllic rural countryside retreat (excellent and delightful in all respects)
- stark disparity between city and countrysideVery Hard describing stark disparity between city and countryside (devoid of any qualifications or disguise or adornment)
cross /krɔs/
- cross the streetEasy to cross the street, meaning to travel across or pass over
- cross the border safelyMedium to cross the border safely, meaning to travel across or pass over
- cross-examine a key witnessHard a collocation phrase: cross-examine a key witness
- cross that bridge when you come to itVery Hard to cross that bridge when you come to it, meaning to travel across or pass over
cruise /kruz/
- luxury cruise shipEasy describing luxury cruise ship (something that is an indulgence rather than a necessity)
- book a Caribbean cruiseMedium to book a Caribbean cruise, meaning to engage for a performance
- cruise line operational standardsHard to cruise line operational standards, meaning to drive around aimlessly but ostentatiously and at leisure
- on cruise control towards victoryVery Hard indicating position, contact, or basis regarding cruise control towards victory
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)
declare /dɪˈklɛr/
- declare goods at customsEasy to declare goods at customs, meaning to state emphatically and authoritatively
- declare a state of emergencyMedium to declare a state of emergency, meaning to state emphatically and authoritatively
- declare an interim dividend to shareholdersHard to declare an interim dividend to shareholders, meaning to state emphatically and authoritatively
- declare bankruptcy under chapter elevenVery Hard to declare bankruptcy under chapter eleven, meaning to state emphatically and authoritatively
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
deluxe /dəˈlʌks/
- deluxe hotel roomEasy describing deluxe hotel room (rich and superior in quality)
- deluxe package upgrade optionsMedium describing deluxe package upgrade options (rich and superior in quality)
- deluxe edition with exclusive contentHard describing deluxe edition with exclusive content (rich and superior in quality)
- cater to a discerning deluxe clienteleVery Hard to cater to a discerning deluxe clientele, meaning to give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance
depart /dɪˈpɑrt/
- train departs at noonEasy to train departs at noon, meaning to create by training and teaching
- depart from schedule slightlyMedium to depart from schedule slightly, meaning to move away from a place into another direction
- depart from standard industry practicesHard to depart from standard industry practices, meaning to move away from a place into another direction
- depart radically from traditional doctrineVery Hard to depart radically from traditional doctrine, meaning to move away from a place into another direction
departure /dɪˈpɑrtʃɚ/
- departure gate numberEasy describing departure gate number (the act of departing)
- on-time departure recordMedium a collocation phrase: on-time departure record
- sudden departure of the chief executiveHard describing sudden departure of the chief executive (happening without warning or in a short space of time)
- a radical departure from established orthodoxyVery Hard referring to a radical departure from established orthodoxy
desert /ˈdɛzɚt/
- hot desert climateEasy describing hot desert climate (used of physical heat; having a high or higher than desirable temperature or giving off heat or feeling or causing a sensation of heat or burning)
- cross the Sahara desert safelyMedium to cross the Sahara desert safely, meaning to travel across or pass over
- desert one's post during a crisisHard to desert one's post during a crisis, meaning to leave someone who needs or counts on you; leave in the lurch
- get one's just deserts in courtVery Hard to obtain, receive, or reach regarding one's just deserts in court
destination /ˌdɛstəˈneɪʃən/
- popular holiday destinationEasy describing popular holiday destination (regarded with great favor, approval, or affection especially by the general public)
- reach your final destination safelyMedium to achieve or arrive at an agreement or state regarding your final destination safely
- premier tourist destination rankingHard to premier tourist destination ranking, meaning to be performed for the first time
- an exotic destination off beaten trackVery Hard referring to an exotic destination off beaten track
direct /dɚˈɛkt/
- direct flight to ParisEasy to direct flight to Paris, meaning to command with authority
- direct communication with customersMedium to direct communication with customers, meaning to command with authority
- direct foreign investment inflowsHard to direct foreign investment inflows, meaning to command with authority
- in direct contravention of the charterVery Hard indicating a state, position, or relationship within direct contravention of the charter
direction /dɚˈɛkʃən/
- ask for directionEasy to make a request or inquiry regarding for direction
- strategic direction of the firmMedium describing strategic direction of the firm (relating to or concerned with strategy)
- under the direct supervision and directionHard subject to the authority, condition, or terms of the direct supervision and direction
- move in the right direction despite setbacksVery Hard to move in the right direction despite setbacks, meaning to change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
distance /ˈdɪstəns/
- long walking distanceEasy to long walking distance, meaning to desire strongly or persistently
- within walking distance of the stationMedium describing within walking distance of the station (on the inside)
- maintain professional social distanceHard to keep in good condition or preserve regarding professional social distance
- distance oneself from controversial statementsVery Hard to distance oneself from controversial statements, meaning to keep at a distance
drive /draɪv/
- drive a car safelyEasy to drive a car safely, meaning to operate or control a vehicle
- drive sales growth this quarterMedium to drive sales growth this quarter, meaning to operate or control a vehicle
- strategic drive for operational efficiencyHard describing strategic drive for operational efficiency (relating to or concerned with strategy)
- drive a hard bargain in talksVery Hard to drive a hard bargain in talks, meaning to operate or control a vehicle
driver /ˈdraɪvɚ/
- taxi driver in the cityEasy to taxi driver in the city, meaning to travel slowly
- key driver of economic prosperityMedium to key driver of economic prosperity, meaning to identify as in botany or biology, for example
- underlying driver of revenue expansionHard to underlying driver of revenue expansion, meaning to be or form the base for
- seat at the steering wheel as prime driverVery Hard to seat at the steering wheel as prime driver, meaning to show to a seat; assign a seat for
east /ist/
- travel to the east coastEasy to journey or move from one place to another regarding to the east coast
- east wing of the headquarters buildingMedium describing east wing of the headquarters building (the cardinal compass point that is at 90 degrees)
- Middle East trade corridor expansionHard to middle East trade corridor expansion, meaning to put in the middle
- East meets West in architectural fusionVery Hard describing East meets West in architectural fusion (the cardinal compass point that is at 90 degrees)
embassy /ˈɛmbəsi/
- visit the embassyEasy to visit the embassy, meaning to go to see a place, as for entertainment
- contact the embassyMedium to contact the embassy, meaning to be in or establish communication with
- embassy staffHard describing embassy staff (a diplomatic building where ambassadors live or work)
- diplomatic immunity granted by embassyVery Hard describing diplomatic immunity granted by embassy (relating to or characteristic of diplomacy)
excursion /ɪkˈskɝʒən/
- day excursionEasy describing day excursion (time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis)
- company excursionMedium to company excursion, meaning to be a companion to somebody
- guided excursion to heritage sitesHard to guided excursion to heritage sites, meaning to direct the course; determine the direction of travelling
- brief excursion into peripheral marketsVery Hard to brief excursion into peripheral markets, meaning to give essential information to someone
exotic /ɪɡˈzɑtɪk/
- exotic fruitEasy describing exotic fruit (being or from or characteristic of another place or part of the world)
- exotic holiday destinationMedium describing exotic holiday destination (being or from or characteristic of another place or part of the world)
- trade exotic financial instrumentsHard to trade exotic financial instruments, meaning to engage in the trade of
- exotic derivative pricing modelVery Hard describing exotic derivative pricing model (being or from or characteristic of another place or part of the world)
expense /ɪkˈspens/
- travel expenseEasy to journey or move from one place to another regarding expense
- expense report formMedium to expense report form, meaning to reduce the estimated value of something
- out of pocket expense reimbursementHard to out of pocket expense reimbursement, meaning to to state openly and publicly one's homosexuality
- profit at the expense of integrityVery Hard to profit at the expense of integrity, meaning to derive a benefit from
explore /ɪkˈsplɔr/
- explore new placesEasy to explore new places, meaning to inquire into
- explore business opportunitiesMedium to explore business opportunities, meaning to inquire into
- explore strategic alternativesHard to explore strategic alternatives, meaning to inquire into
- explore unchartered legal territoryVery Hard to explore unchartered legal territory, meaning to inquire into
explorer /ɪkˈsplɔrɚ/
- brave jungle explorerEasy to brave jungle explorer, meaning to face and withstand with courage
- web explorer interfaceMedium to web explorer interface, meaning to construct or form a web, as if by weaving
- early polar explorer expeditionHard describing early polar explorer expedition (at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time)
- intrepid explorer venturing into unknownVery Hard describing intrepid explorer venturing into unknown (invulnerable to fear or intimidation)
fare /fɛr/
- bus fareEasy the price charged for public road transit
- train fare increaseMedium a rise in ticket rates for railway passenger transit
- discounted air fare promotionHard a marketing campaign offering reduced airline ticket prices
- how did the firm fare under auditVery Hard how successfully the company managed during rigorous financial inspection
fasten /ˈfæsən/
- fasten your seatbeltEasy to fasten your seatbelt, meaning to cause to be firmly attached
- securely fasten the cargoMedium describing securely fasten the cargo (in a secure manner; in a manner free from danger)
- fasten all loose componentsHard to fasten all loose components, meaning to cause to be firmly attached
- fasten blame onto junior staffVery Hard to fasten blame onto junior staff, meaning to cause to be firmly attached
ferry /ˈfɛri/
- ferry terminalEasy to ferry terminal, meaning to transport from one place to another
- take commuter ferryMedium to perform, accept, or undertake an action regarding commuter ferry
- cargo ferry transportationHard describing cargo ferry transportation (goods carried by a large vehicle)
- ferry relief supplies across blockadeVery Hard to ferry relief supplies across blockade, meaning to transport from one place to another
flight /flaɪt/
- book a flightEasy to book a flight, meaning to engage for a performance
- direct flight connectionMedium to direct flight connection, meaning to command with authority
- flight delay compensation policyHard to flight delay compensation policy, meaning to shoot a bird in flight
- capital flight precipitated by crisisVery Hard describing capital flight precipitated by crisis (assets available for use in the production of further assets)
fly /flaɪ/
- fly a kiteEasy to fly a kite, meaning to travel through the air; be airborne
- fly economy class on businessMedium to fly economy class on business, meaning to travel through the air; be airborne
- fly in the face of logicHard to fly in the face of logic, meaning to travel through the air; be airborne
- fly under regulatory radar successfullyVery Hard to fly under regulatory radar successfully, meaning to travel through the air; be airborne
fog /fɑɡ/
- thick fogEasy dense atmospheric mist obscuring visibility near the ground
- delayed by morning fogMedium transit departures postponed due to impenetrable dawn mist
- lift fog of regulatory ambiguityHard to dispel uncertainty and clarify confusing government policies
- navigate fog of war in takeover battlesVery Hard to make decisions amid incomplete intelligence during corporate raids
frequent /ˈfrikwənt/
- frequent visits to grandparentsEasy to frequent visits to grandparents, meaning to do one's shopping at; do business with; be a customer or client of
- frequent customer rewards cardMedium to frequent customer rewards card, meaning to do one's shopping at; do business with; be a customer or client of
- frequent traveler insurance policyHard to frequent traveler insurance policy, meaning to do one's shopping at; do business with; be a customer or client of
- frequent regulatory interventions destabilize marketsVery Hard to frequent regulatory interventions destabilize markets, meaning to do one's shopping at; do business with; be a customer or client of
gate /ɡeɪt/
- departure gateEasy describing departure gate (the act of departing)
- security gate check at entranceMedium describing security gate check at entrance (the state of being free from danger or injury)
- gate receipts from exhibitionHard to gate receipts from exhibition, meaning to supply with a gate
- act as a gate against capital outflowVery Hard to act as a gate against capital outflow, meaning to perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)
getaway /ˈɡɛtəˌweɪ/
- weekend getaway tripEasy to weekend getaway trip, meaning to spend the weekend
- island getaway packageMedium describing island getaway package (a land mass (smaller than a continent) that is surrounded by water)
- executive getaway for retreatsHard describing executive getaway for retreats (a person responsible for the administration of a business)
- rapid getaway vehicle abandoned by fraudstersVery Hard describing rapid getaway vehicle abandoned by fraudsters (a part of a river where the current is very fast)
grand /ɡrænd/
- grand openingEasy describing grand opening (the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100)
- grand hotelMedium describing grand hotel (the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100)
- grand scheme of thingsHard describing grand scheme of things (the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100)
- grand delusionVery Hard describing grand delusion (the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100)
guest /ɡɛst/
- dinner guestEasy describing dinner guest (the main meal of the day served in the evening or at midday)
- guest speakerMedium describing guest speaker (a visitor to whom hospitality is extended)
- hotel guest amenitiesHard describing hotel guest amenities (a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services)
- be our guestVery Hard to exist or be in a specified condition regarding our guest
guide /ɡaɪd/
- tour guideEasy to tour guide, meaning to make a tour of a certain place
- user guideMedium describing user guide (a person who makes use of a thing; someone who uses or employs something)
- guiding principlesHard to guiding principles, meaning to direct the course; determine the direction of travelling
- guide someone through the labyrinth of red tapeVery Hard to guide someone through the labyrinth of red tape, meaning to direct the course; determine the direction of travelling
harbor /ˈhɑrbɚ/
- natural harborEasy describing natural harbor (someone regarded as certain to succeed)
- commercial harbor dockMedium describing commercial harbor dock (a commercially sponsored ad on radio or television)
- harbor deep suspicionsHard to harbor deep suspicions, meaning to maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings)
- safe harbor provision in statutory complianceVery Hard describing safe harbor provision in statutory compliance (strongbox where valuables can be safely kept)
highway /ˈhaɪˌweɪ/
- drive on the highwayEasy to drive on the highway, meaning to operate or control a vehicle
- interstate highway maintenanceMedium describing interstate highway maintenance (one of the system of highways linking major cities in the 48 contiguous states of the United States)
- highway infrastructure expansion projectHard describing highway infrastructure expansion project (a major road for any form of motor transport)
- my way or the highwayVery Hard a collocation phrase: my way or the highway
historic /hɪˈstɔrɪk/
- historic buildingEasy describing historic building (belonging to the past; of what is important or famous in the past)
- historic agreement signed by delegatesMedium describing historic agreement signed by delegates (belonging to the past; of what is important or famous in the past)
- historic turning point in international trade relationsHard describing historic turning point in international trade relations (belonging to the past; of what is important or famous in the past)
- historic watershed altering the destiny of nationsVery Hard describing historic watershed altering the destiny of nations (belonging to the past; of what is important or famous in the past)
holiday /ˈhɑləˌdeɪ/
- summer holidayEasy a vacation taken during the warm summer months
- public holiday scheduleMedium an official calendar of state non-working days
- statutory holiday entitlement under labor lawHard mandatory paid non-working days guaranteed by employment statutes
- busman's holiday doing work tasksVery Hard a vacation spent doing activities similar to one's regular occupation
hospitality /ˌhɑːspɪˈtæləti/
- warm hospitalityEasy to warm hospitality, meaning to get warm or warmer
- hospitality industry workforceMedium describing hospitality industry workforce (kindness in welcoming guests or strangers)
- corporate hospitality suiteHard describing corporate hospitality suite (of or belonging to a corporation)
- extend hospitality to foreign dignitariesVery Hard to extend hospitality to foreign dignitaries, meaning to extend in scope or range or area
hotel /hoʊˈtɛl/
- book a hotel roomEasy to book a hotel room, meaning to engage for a performance
- hotel reservation confirmationMedium describing hotel reservation confirmation (a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services)
- luxury boutique hotel chainHard describing luxury boutique hotel chain (something that is an indulgence rather than a necessity)
- transient hotel patrons oblivious to unrestVery Hard describing transient hotel patrons oblivious to unrest (one who stays for only a short time)
housekeeper /ˈhaʊˌskipɚ/
- hotel housekeeperEasy describing hotel housekeeper (a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services)
- experienced housekeeper supervisorMedium to experienced housekeeper supervisor, meaning to go or live through
- executive housekeeper overseeing lodgingHard describing executive housekeeper overseeing lodging (a person responsible for the administration of a business)
- meticulous housekeeper keeping inventoryVery Hard describing meticulous housekeeper keeping inventory (marked by precise accordance with details)
hurricane /ˈhɝəˌkeɪn/
- hurricane warningEasy describing hurricane warning (a severe tropical cyclone usually with heavy rains and winds moving a 73-136 knots (12 on the Beaufort scale))
- hurricane disaster relief fundMedium describing hurricane disaster relief fund (a severe tropical cyclone usually with heavy rains and winds moving a 73-136 knots (12 on the Beaufort scale))
- category five hurricane landfallHard describing category five hurricane landfall (a collection of things sharing a common attribute)
- hurricane of indignation sweeping publicVery Hard describing hurricane of indignation sweeping public (a severe tropical cyclone usually with heavy rains and winds moving a 73-136 knots (12 on the Beaufort scale))
icy /ˈaɪsi/
- icy roadEasy describing icy road (devoid of warmth and cordiality; expressive of unfriendliness or disdain)
- icy wind blowing outsideMedium describing icy wind blowing outside (devoid of warmth and cordiality; expressive of unfriendliness or disdain)
- icy reception from board membersHard describing icy reception from board members (devoid of warmth and cordiality; expressive of unfriendliness or disdain)
- icy glare silencing dissentersVery Hard describing icy glare silencing dissenters (devoid of warmth and cordiality; expressive of unfriendliness or disdain)
immigration /ˌɪməˈɡreɪʃən/
- immigration checkpointEasy describing immigration checkpoint (migration into a place (especially migration to a country of which you are not a native in order to settle there))
- immigration officer interviewMedium describing immigration officer interview (migration into a place (especially migration to a country of which you are not a native in order to settle there))
- overhaul national immigration policyHard to overhaul national immigration policy, meaning to travel past
- tighten immigration quotas amid shortagesVery Hard to tighten immigration quotas amid shortages, meaning to make tight or tighter
intersection /ˌɪntɚˈsɛkʃən/
- busy intersectionEasy to busy intersection, meaning to keep busy with
- traffic light at the intersectionMedium to traffic light at the intersection, meaning to deal illegally
- intersection between policy and lawHard describing intersection between policy and law (a point where lines intersect)
- stand at the fateful intersectionVery Hard to endure, maintain position, or remain upright regarding at the fateful intersection
island /ˈaɪlənd/
- tropical islandEasy describing tropical island (relating to or situated in or characteristic of the tropics (the region on either side of the equator))
- island resort reservationMedium describing island resort reservation (a land mass (smaller than a continent) that is surrounded by water)
- disputed offshore island territoryHard to disputed offshore island territory, meaning to take exception to
- island of stability amidst tempestVery Hard describing island of stability amidst tempest (a land mass (smaller than a continent) that is surrounded by water)
itinerary /aɪˈtɪnəreri/
- travel itineraryEasy to journey or move from one place to another regarding itinerary
- flight itinerary confirmationMedium to flight itinerary confirmation, meaning to shoot a bird in flight
- official itinerary of ministerial visitHard describing official itinerary of ministerial visit (a worker who holds or is invested with an office)
- packed itinerary permitting no delayVery Hard to packed itinerary permitting no delay, meaning to arrange in a container
jet /dʒɛt/
- private jetEasy describing private jet (an enlisted man of the lowest rank in the Army or Marines)
- executive jet charter serviceMedium describing executive jet charter service (a person responsible for the administration of a business)
- water jet cutting precisionHard to water jet cutting precision, meaning to supply with water, as with channels or ditches or streams
- jet set lifestyle sustained by debtVery Hard to jet set lifestyle sustained by debt, meaning to issue in a jet; come out in a jet; stream or spring forth
journey /ˈdʒɝni/
- safe journeyEasy describing safe journey (strongbox where valuables can be safely kept)
- long business journey across regionsMedium to long business journey across regions, meaning to desire strongly or persistently
- arduous journey towards complianceHard describing arduous journey towards compliance (characterized by effort to the point of exhaustion; especially physical effort)
- journey of a thousand miles begins with a stepVery Hard to journey of a thousand miles begins with a step, meaning to undertake a journey or trip
kilometer /kəˈlɑmətɚ/
- ten kilometers awayEasy describing ten kilometers away (the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system)
- speed in kilometers per hourMedium to speed in kilometers per hour, meaning to move fast
- square kilometer concession areaHard to square kilometer concession area, meaning to make square
- see impending debacle from a kilometerVery Hard to see impending debacle from a kilometer, meaning to perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
lake /leɪk/
- swim in the lakeEasy to swim in the lake, meaning to travel through water
- lakeside retreat for teamMedium describing lakeside retreat for team (the shore of a lake)
- freshwater lake ecological projectHard describing freshwater lake ecological project (water that is not salty)
- still waters of mountain lake reflect peaceVery Hard to still waters of mountain lake reflect peace, meaning to make calm or still
lane /leɪn/
- bike laneEasy to bike lane, meaning to ride a bicycle
- bus laneMedium to bus lane, meaning to send or move around by bus
- traffic lane closureHard to traffic lane closure, meaning to deal illegally
- life in the fast laneVery Hard describing life in the fast lane (a characteristic state or mode of living)
laundry /ˈlɔndri/
- do the laundryEasy to perform or carry out an activity regarding the laundry
- laundry serviceMedium describing laundry service (garments or white goods that can be cleaned by laundering)
- laundry detergent dispenserHard describing laundry detergent dispenser (garments or white goods that can be cleaned by laundering)
- air dirty laundry in publicVery Hard to air dirty laundry in public, meaning to expose to fresh air
lounge /laʊndʒ/
- hotel loungeEasy describing hotel lounge (a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services)
- airport departure loungeMedium describing airport departure lounge (an airfield equipped with control tower and hangars as well as accommodations for passengers and cargo)
- executive VIP lounge access privilegesHard describing executive VIP lounge access privileges (a person responsible for the administration of a business)
- lounge about in idle complacencyVery Hard to lounge about in idle complacency, meaning to sit or recline comfortably
luggage /ˈlʌɡədʒ/
- carry luggageEasy to carry luggage, meaning to move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body
- free baggage and luggage allowanceMedium to free baggage and luggage allowance, meaning to grant freedom to; free from confinement
- lost luggage compensation claimHard to lost luggage compensation claim, meaning to fail to keep or to maintain; cease to have, either physically or in an abstract sense
- burdened with emotional luggageVery Hard to burdened with emotional luggage, meaning to weight down with a load
luxury /ˈlʌɡʒɚi/
- luxury goodsEasy describing luxury goods (something that is an indulgence rather than a necessity)
- luxury hotel suiteMedium describing luxury hotel suite (something that is an indulgence rather than a necessity)
- marketing strategies for luxury brandsHard to marketing strategies for luxury brands, meaning to engage in the commercial promotion, sale, or distribution of
- cannot afford the luxury of complacencyVery Hard a collocation phrase: cannot afford the luxury of complacency
map /mæp/
- look at the mapEasy to direct one's gaze or examine regarding at the map
- interactive site mapMedium describing interactive site map (used especially of drugs or muscles that work together so the total effect is greater than the sum of the two (or more))
- map out strategic objectivesHard to map out strategic objectives, meaning to make a map of; show or establish the features of details of
- put the obscure town on the mapVery Hard to put the obscure town on the map, meaning to put into a certain place or abstract location
mile /maɪl/
- walk a mileEasy to walk a mile, meaning to use one's feet to advance; advance by steps
- go the extra mile for every clientMedium to go the extra mile for every client, meaning to change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
- calculate distance in nautical milesHard to calculate distance in nautical miles, meaning to make a mathematical calculation or computation
- stand out like a sore thumb a mile offVery Hard to endure, maintain position, or remain upright regarding out like a sore thumb a mile off
mileage /ˈmaɪlədʒ/
- good gas mileageEasy describing good gas mileage (benefit)
- business trip mileage reimbursement claimsMedium describing business trip mileage reimbursement claims (a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it)
- deductions for high mileage depreciationHard describing deductions for high mileage depreciation (a reduction in the gross amount on which a tax is calculated; reduces taxes by the percentage fixed for the taxpayer's income bracket)
- get maximum political mileage from rival scandalsVery Hard to obtain, receive, or reach regarding maximum political mileage from rival scandals
monument /ˈmɑnjumənt/
- historic monumentEasy describing historic monument (belonging to the past; of what is important or famous in the past)
- national monument conservation effortMedium describing national monument conservation effort (a person who owes allegiance to that nation)
- erect a monument honoring industry pioneersHard to erect a monument honoring industry pioneers, meaning to construct, build, or erect
- a tragic monument to reckless administrative follyVery Hard referring to a tragic monument to reckless administrative folly
motorcycle /ˈmoʊtɚˌsaɪkəl/
- ride a motorcycleEasy to ride a motorcycle, meaning to sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions
- motorcycle helmet safety complianceMedium to motorcycle helmet safety compliance, meaning to ride a motorcycle
- commercial motorcycle courier fleet managementHard describing commercial motorcycle courier fleet management (a commercially sponsored ad on radio or television)
- vintage motorcycle collectors bidding at auctionVery Hard describing vintage motorcycle collectors bidding at auction (a season's yield of wine from a vineyard)
mountain /ˈmaʊntən/
- climb a mountainEasy to climb a mountain, meaning to go upward with gradual or continuous progress
- mountain resort conference venueMedium describing mountain resort conference venue (a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill)
- faced with a mountain of regulatory paperworkHard to faced with a mountain of regulatory paperwork, meaning to deal with (something unpleasant) head on
- make a mountain out of a molehillVery Hard to create, produce, or cause regarding a mountain out of a molehill
nearby /ˈnɪrˈbaɪ/
- nearby coffee shopEasy describing nearby coffee shop (close at hand)
- relocate operations to a nearby business parkMedium to relocate operations to a nearby business park, meaning to become established in a new location
- nearby municipal zoning restrictionsHard describing nearby municipal zoning restrictions (close at hand)
- scavenge nearby distressed assets for arbitrage gainsVery Hard to scavenge nearby distressed assets for arbitrage gains, meaning to clean refuse from
north /nɔrθ/
- north sideEasy describing north side (the region of the United States lying to the north of the Mason-Dixon line)
- north regional sales territory expansionMedium describing north regional sales territory expansion (the region of the United States lying to the north of the Mason-Dixon line)
- north American trade pact regulatory standardsHard describing north American trade pact regulatory standards (the region of the United States lying to the north of the Mason-Dixon line)
- share valuations marched north of reasonable multiplesVery Hard to share valuations marched north of reasonable multiples, meaning to have in common
northern /ˈnɔrðɚn/
- northern hemisphereEasy describing northern hemisphere (a dialect of Middle English that developed into Scottish Lallans)
- establish a northern branch officeMedium to establish a northern branch office, meaning to set up or found
- strategic freight corridors across northern frontiersHard describing strategic freight corridors across northern frontiers (relating to or concerned with strategy)
- survive punishing northern winter logistical chokepointsVery Hard to survive punishing northern winter logistical chokepoints, meaning to continue to live through hardship or adversity
occupancy /ˈɑːkjəpənsi/
- room occupancyEasy to room occupancy, meaning to live and take one's meals at or in
- hotel occupancy rates during peak holidaysMedium describing hotel occupancy rates during peak holidays (a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services)
- secure official certificate of occupancy before leasingHard to secure official certificate of occupancy before leasing, meaning to get by special effort
- plummeting office occupancy ravaging commercial real estateVery Hard to plummeting office occupancy ravaging commercial real estate, meaning to drop sharply
ocean /ˈoʊʃən/
- ocean viewEasy describing ocean view (a large body of water constituting a principal part of the hydrosphere)
- trans-Pacific ocean freight container ratesMedium a collocation phrase: trans-Pacific ocean freight container rates
- comply with strict international ocean dumping treatiesHard to act in accordance with rules regarding with strict international ocean dumping treaties
- a mere drop in the ocean compared to liabilitiesVery Hard referring to a mere drop in the ocean compared to liabilities
overcrowd /ˌoʊvɚˈkraʊd/
- overcrowded busEasy to overcrowded bus, meaning to cause to crowd together too much
- avoid overcrowding the lobbyMedium to avoid overcrowding the lobby, meaning to stay clear from; keep away from; keep out of the way of someone or something
- alleviate overcrowding in urban transitHard to alleviate overcrowding in urban transit, meaning to provide physical relief, as from pain
- suffer from severe overcrowdingVery Hard to suffer from severe overcrowding, meaning to undergo or be subjected to
overhead /ˈoʊvɚˈhɛd/
- fly overhead in the skyEasy to fly overhead in the sky, meaning to travel through the air; be airborne
- overhead storage compartmentMedium describing overhead storage compartment (the expense of maintaining property (e.g., paying property taxes and utilities and insurance); it does not include depreciation or the cost of financing or income taxes)
- slash overhead business expensesHard to slash overhead business expenses, meaning to cut with sweeping strokes; as with an ax or machete
- keep overhead to a bare minimumVery Hard to continue or maintain in a specified condition regarding overhead to a bare minimum
overnight /ˈoʊvɚˈnaɪt/
- stay overnight at a hotelEasy to stay overnight at a hotel, meaning to stay the same; remain in a certain state
- overnight express shippingMedium describing overnight express shipping (lasting, open, or operating through the whole night)
- interbank overnight lending rateHard a collocation phrase: interbank overnight lending rate
- become an overnight successVery Hard to become an overnight success, meaning to enter or assume a certain state or condition
pack /pæk/
- pack a bag for travelEasy to pack a bag for travel, meaning to arrange in a container
- pack fragile glassware carefullyMedium to pack fragile glassware carefully, meaning to arrange in a container
- pack heavy machinery for shippingHard to pack heavy machinery for shipping, meaning to arrange in a container
- pack a devastating emotional punchVery Hard to pack a devastating emotional punch, meaning to arrange in a container
park /pɑrk/
- park the car in the garageEasy to park the car in the garage, meaning to place temporarily
- business technology park complexMedium describing business technology park complex (a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it)
- park venture funds in short-term bondsHard to park venture funds in short-term bonds, meaning to place temporarily
- park that idea for future discussionVery Hard to park that idea for future discussion, meaning to place temporarily
passenger /ˈpæsəndʒɚ/
- seat belts for every passengerEasy to seat belts for every passenger, meaning to show to a seat; assign a seat for
- passenger terminal check-in counterMedium describing passenger terminal check-in counter (a traveler riding in a vehicle (a boat or bus or car or plane or train etc) who is not operating it)
- commercial airline passenger volumeHard describing commercial airline passenger volume (a commercially sponsored ad on radio or television)
- backseat passenger giving unhelpful adviceVery Hard describing backseat passenger giving unhelpful advice (a secondary or inferior position or status)
passport /ˈpæˌspɔrt/
- valid travel passportEasy describing valid travel passport (well grounded in logic or truth or having legal force)
- renew passport at the consulateMedium to extend or resume the validity of regarding passport at the consulate
- passport control clearance queueHard describing passport control clearance queue (any authorization to pass or go somewhere)
- mastery of languages is a passport to successVery Hard describing mastery of languages is a passport to success (great skillfulness and knowledge of some subject or activity)
patron /ˈpeɪtrən/
- regular patron of the dinerEasy describing regular patron of the diner (a regular patron)
- library patron borrowing privilegesMedium describing library patron borrowing privileges (a room where books are kept)
- wealthy patron of the fine artsHard describing wealthy patron of the fine arts (having an abundant supply of money or possessions of value)
- esteemed patron of civic philanthropyVery Hard to esteemed patron of civic philanthropy, meaning to regard highly; think much of
pillow /ˈpɪloʊ/
- rest head on a soft pillowEasy to rest head on a soft pillow, meaning to not move; be in a resting position
- hotel premium feather pillow selectionMedium describing hotel premium feather pillow selection (a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services)
- sofa decorative throw pillow accentHard describing sofa decorative throw pillow accent (an upholstered seat for more than one person)
- pillow talk leaking sensitive secretsVery Hard to pillow talk leaking sensitive secrets, meaning to rest on or as if on a pillow
pilot /ˈpaɪlət/
- airline pilot in the cockpitEasy describing airline pilot in the cockpit (a hose that carries air under pressure)
- launch a pilot project in select storesMedium to introduce or start commercially regarding a pilot project in select stores
- pilot scheme evaluating automation feasibilityHard to pilot scheme evaluating automation feasibility, meaning to operate an airplane
- pilot legislation through a hostile senateVery Hard to pilot legislation through a hostile senate, meaning to operate an airplane
plane /pleɪn/
- board the passenger planeEasy to board the passenger plane, meaning to get on board of (trains, buses, ships, aircraft, etc.)
- plane ticket booking confirmationMedium to plane ticket booking confirmation, meaning to cut or remove with or as if with a plane
- operate on a higher intellectual planeHard to operate on a higher intellectual plane, meaning to direct or control; projects, businesses, etc
- charter a private corporate planeVery Hard to charter a private corporate plane, meaning to hold under a lease or rental agreement; of goods and services
platform /ˈplætˌfɔrm/
- wait on the train platformEasy to wait on the train platform, meaning to stay in one place and anticipate or expect something
- digital e-commerce sales platformMedium describing digital e-commerce sales platform (displaying numbers rather than scale positions)
- cross-platform software integrationHard a collocation phrase: cross-platform software integration
- political party policy platformVery Hard describing political party policy platform (involving or characteristic of politics or parties or politicians; - Daniel Goleman)
pool /pul/
- swim in the outdoor poolEasy to swim in the outdoor pool, meaning to travel through water
- vast pool of qualified applicantsMedium describing vast pool of qualified applicants (unusually great in size or amount or degree or especially extent or scope; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; - W.R.Inge)
- pool corporate financial resources for R&DHard to pool corporate financial resources for R&D, meaning to combine into a common fund
- swim in a shark pool of predatorsVery Hard to swim in a shark pool of predators, meaning to travel through water
port /pɔrt/
- cargo ship arriving at the portEasy describing cargo ship arriving at the port (goods carried by a large vehicle)
- customs clearance at the seaportMedium describing customs clearance at the seaport (money collected under a tariff)
- deepwater container port terminal infrastructureHard a collocation phrase: deepwater container port terminal infrastructure
- any port in a stormVery Hard describing any port in a storm (one or some or every or all without specification)
postcard /ˈpoʊstˌkɑrd/
- send a souvenir postcardEasy to transmit or dispatch regarding a souvenir postcard
- picture postcard from vacation destinationsMedium to picture postcard from vacation destinations, meaning to imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind
- promotional direct mail postcard campaignHard describing promotional direct mail postcard campaign (of or relating to serving as publicity)
- picture postcard perfection of coastal villagesVery Hard to picture postcard perfection of coastal villages, meaning to imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind
purser /ˈpɝsɚ/
- ask the airline purser for a blanketEasy to make a request or inquiry regarding the airline purser for a blanket
- chief purser handling passenger cabin issuesMedium describing chief purser handling passenger cabin issues (a person who is in charge)
- purser overseeing onboard treasury and manifestsHard describing purser overseeing onboard treasury and manifests (an officer aboard a ship who keeps accounts and attends to the passengers' welfare)
- purser balancing maritime accounts under stormy conditionsVery Hard describing purser balancing maritime accounts under stormy conditions (an officer aboard a ship who keeps accounts and attends to the passengers' welfare)
rail /reɪl/
- travel by railEasy to journey or move from one place to another regarding by rail
- commuter rail networkMedium describing commuter rail network (a passenger train that is ridden primarily by passengers who travel regularly from one place to another)
- invest heavily in high-speed rail linesHard to invest heavily in high-speed rail lines, meaning to make an investment
- rail bitterly against unfair practicesVery Hard to rail bitterly against unfair practices, meaning to complain bitterly
railway /ˈreɪlˌweɪ/
- railway station platformEasy describing railway station platform (line that is the commercial organization responsible for operating a system of transportation for trains that pull passengers or freight)
- urban railway network expansionMedium describing urban railway network expansion (relating to or concerned with a city or densely populated area)
- modernize obsolete railway infrastructureHard to modernize obsolete railway infrastructure, meaning to make repairs, renovations, revisions or adjustments to
- transcontinental railway corridor projectVery Hard describing transcontinental railway corridor project (spanning or crossing or on the farther side of a continent)
rental /ˈrɛntəl/
- car rental agencyEasy describing car rental agency (a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine)
- apartment rental agreement termsMedium describing apartment rental agreement terms (a suite of rooms usually on one floor of an apartment house)
- generate steady residential rental incomeHard to generate steady residential rental income, meaning to bring into existence
- rental yields outperforming sovereign debt benchmarksVery Hard describing rental yields outperforming sovereign debt benchmarks (property that is leased or rented out or let)
reservation /ˌrezərˈveɪʃn/
- hotel room reservationEasy describing hotel room reservation (a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services)
- cancel a dinner reservation in advanceMedium to cancel a dinner reservation in advance, meaning to postpone indefinitely or annul something that was scheduled
- express serious reservations about project viabilityHard to express serious reservations about project viability, meaning to give expression to
- accept the contentious terms without reservationVery Hard to accept the contentious terms without reservation, meaning to consider or hold as true
reserve /rɪˈzɝv/
- reserve a seat on the trainEasy to reserve a seat on the train, meaning to hold back or set aside, especially for future use or contingency
- maintain cash reserves for emergenciesMedium to keep in good condition or preserve regarding cash reserves for emergencies
- central bank foreign exchange reservesHard describing central bank foreign exchange reserves (a workplace that serves as a telecommunications facility where lines from telephones can be connected together to permit communication)
- break through their frosty reserve and connectVery Hard to separate into pieces or interrupt regarding through their frosty reserve and connect
- reserve a tableEasy to reserve a table, meaning to hold back or set aside, especially for future use or contingency
resort /rɪˈzɔrt/
- beach resort holidayEasy to beach resort holiday, meaning to land on a beach
- book a luxury ski resort suiteMedium to book a luxury ski resort suite, meaning to engage for a performance
- as a last resort when mediation failsHard describing as a last resort when mediation fails (a very poisonous metallic element that has three allotropic forms; arsenic and arsenic compounds are used as herbicides and insecticides and various alloys; found in arsenopyrite and orpiment and realgar)
- resort to desperate measures in dire straitsVery Hard to resort to desperate measures in dire straits, meaning to have recourse to
ride /raɪd/
- ride a bicycle in the parkEasy to ride a bicycle in the park, meaning to sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions
- offer a colleague a ride homeMedium to present for acceptance or refusal regarding a colleague a ride home
- ride the momentum of economic expansionHard to ride the momentum of economic expansion, meaning to sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions
- ride roughshod over legitimate procedural objectionsVery Hard to ride roughshod over legitimate procedural objections, meaning to sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions
rider /ˈraɪdɚ/
- horse rider helmetEasy to horse rider helmet, meaning to provide with a horse or horses
- bus riders waiting at the shelterMedium to bus riders waiting at the shelter, meaning to send or move around by bus
- attach a contentious policy rider to the spending billHard to attach a contentious policy rider to the spending bill, meaning to cause to be attached
- the insurance policy contains an accidental death riderVery Hard referring to the insurance policy contains an accidental death rider
road /roʊd/
- walk across the roadEasy to walk across the road, meaning to use one's feet to advance; advance by steps
- road repairs causing morning traffic jamsMedium describing road repairs causing morning traffic jams (an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation)
- chart a clear roadmap for digital transformationHard to chart a clear roadmap for digital transformation, meaning to make a chart of
- reach the end of the road for outdated business modelsVery Hard to achieve or arrive at an agreement or state regarding the end of the road for outdated business models
- pave a roadMedium to pave a road, meaning to cover with a material such as stone or concrete to make suitable for vehicle traffic
route /rut/
- bus route number fiveEasy to bus route number five, meaning to send or move around by bus
- plan the fastest delivery route for packagesMedium to plan the fastest delivery route for packages, meaning to have the will and intention to carry out some action
- secure vital maritime trade transit routesHard to secure vital maritime trade transit routes, meaning to get by special effort
- the shortest route to catastrophic insolvencyVery Hard referring to the shortest route to catastrophic insolvency
- take a detour routeHard to perform, accept, or undertake an action regarding a detour route
- take a detourHard to perform, accept, or undertake an action regarding a detour
royal /ˈrɔɪəl/
- royal palace gatesEasy describing royal palace gates (a sail set next above the topgallant on a royal mast)
- royal suite at the luxury hotelMedium describing royal suite at the luxury hotel (a sail set next above the topgallant on a royal mast)
- grant a royal charter of incorporationHard to grant a royal charter of incorporation, meaning to let have
- give dignitaries the royal treatment throughoutVery Hard to provide or present something regarding dignitaries the royal treatment throughout
sail /seɪl/
- sail a small boatEasy to sail a small boat, meaning to traverse or travel on (a body of water)
- set sail for new ports of tradeMedium to establish or arrange in a specific position regarding sail for new ports of trade
- sail through regulatory approval without objectionsHard to sail through regulatory approval without objections, meaning to traverse or travel on (a body of water)
- sail close to the wind legally and ethicallyVery Hard to sail close to the wind legally and ethically, meaning to traverse or travel on (a body of water)
sand /sænd/
- play in the soft sandEasy to play in the soft sand, meaning to participate in games or sport
- sand down wooden surfaces before paintingMedium to sand down wooden surfaces before painting, meaning to rub with sandpaper
- construct infrastructure upon shifting sand foundationsHard to construct infrastructure upon shifting sand foundations, meaning to make by combining materials and parts
- bury one's head in the sand like an ostrichVery Hard to bury one's head in the sand like an ostrich, meaning to cover from sight
scenery /ˈsinɚi/
- beautiful mountain sceneryEasy describing beautiful mountain scenery (delighting the senses or exciting intellectual or emotional admiration)
- enjoy the coastal scenery during the train rideMedium to enjoy the coastal scenery during the train ride, meaning to derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in
- preserve pristine natural scenery from commercial degradationHard to preserve pristine natural scenery from commercial degradation, meaning to keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last
- a welcome change of scenery revitalizing moraleVery Hard referring to a welcome change of scenery revitalizing morale
sea /si/
- swim in the blue seaEasy to swim in the blue sea, meaning to travel through water
- transport freight by sea cargo containersMedium to transport freight by sea cargo containers, meaning to move something or somebody around; usually over long distances
- drill for crude oil in deep sea reservoirsHard to drill for crude oil in deep sea reservoirs, meaning to make a hole, especially with a pointed power or hand tool
- feel entirely at sea when deciphering regulationsVery Hard to feel entirely at sea when deciphering regulations, meaning to undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind
seaside /ˈsiˌsaɪd/
- spend holidays at the seasideEasy to spend holidays at the seaside, meaning to pass time in a specific way
- book a seaside resort hotel for the conferenceMedium to book a seaside resort hotel for the conference, meaning to engage for a performance
- invest in seaside coastal flood defensesHard to invest in seaside coastal flood defenses, meaning to make an investment
- quaint Victorian seaside promenade architectureVery Hard describing quaint Victorian seaside promenade architecture (strange in an interesting or pleasing way)
seat /sit/
- take a comfortable seatEasy to sit down in a pleasant chair or place
- reserve an aisle seat on the flightMedium to book a passenger chair adjacent to the corridor on an airplane
- win a coveted seat on the executive boardHard to secure a prestigious position among corporate directors
- fly by the seat of one's pants without a roadmapVery Hard to act on intuition and improvisation without a formal plan
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
shore /ʃɔr/
- walk along the sandy shoreEasy to walk along the sandy shore, meaning to use one's feet to advance; advance by steps
- ship goods from shore to offshore platformsMedium to ship goods from shore to offshore platforms, meaning to transport commercially
- shore up flagging balance sheets through equity injectionsHard to shore up flagging balance sheets through equity injections, meaning to serve as a shore to
- wash up upon the inhospitable shores of bankruptcyVery Hard to wash up upon the inhospitable shores of bankruptcy, meaning to clean with some chemical process
shuttle /ˈʃʌtl/
- shuttle busEasy to shuttle bus, meaning to travel back and forth between two points
- airport shuttle serviceMedium describing airport shuttle service (an airfield equipped with control tower and hangars as well as accommodations for passengers and cargo)
- space shuttle missionHard to space shuttle mission, meaning to place at intervals
- shuttle diplomacyVery Hard to shuttle diplomacy, meaning to travel back and forth between two points
sight /saɪt/
- beautiful sightEasy describing beautiful sight (delighting the senses or exciting intellectual or emotional admiration)
- tourist sightMedium describing tourist sight (someone who travels for pleasure)
- catch sight ofHard to catch sight of, meaning to discover or come upon accidentally, suddenly, or unexpectedly; catch somebody doing something or in a certain state
- lose sight of the objectiveVery Hard to lose sight of the objective, meaning to fail to keep or to maintain; cease to have, either physically or in an abstract sense
sightsee /ˈsaɪtˈsi/
- go sightsee in the cityEasy to tour notable landmarks and urban attractions
- take time to sightseeMedium dedicating leisure hours to visiting cultural points of interest
- leisurely sightsee around historic districtsHard touring heritage neighborhoods at a relaxed pace
- cram into a packed sightsee scheduleVery Hard attempting to visit too many tourist locations in limited time
south /saʊθ/
- go southEasy to go south, meaning to change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
- branch located in south districtMedium to branch located in south district, meaning to grow and send out branches or branch-like structures
- Global South economic cooperationHard describing Global South economic cooperation (involving the entire earth; not limited or provincial in scope)
- things went south rapidlyVery Hard describing things went south rapidly (any movable possession (especially articles of clothing))
southern /ˈsʌðɚn/
- southern foodEasy describing southern food (in or characteristic of a region of the United States south of (approximately) the Mason-Dixon line)
- southern regional officeMedium describing southern regional office (in or characteristic of a region of the United States south of (approximately) the Mason-Dixon line)
- Southern Hemisphere trading corridorHard describing Southern Hemisphere trading corridor (in or characteristic of a region of the United States south of (approximately) the Mason-Dixon line)
- southern hospitality charmVery Hard describing southern hospitality charm (in or characteristic of a region of the United States south of (approximately) the Mason-Dixon line)
spacious /ˈspeɪʃəs/
- spacious roomEasy describing spacious room (very large in expanse or scope)
- spacious conference hallMedium describing spacious conference hall (very large in expanse or scope)
- spacious layout maximizing workflow efficiencyHard describing spacious layout maximizing workflow efficiency (very large in expanse or scope)
- spacious grounds accommodating expansionVery Hard describing spacious grounds accommodating expansion (very large in expanse or scope)
station /ˈsteɪʃən/
- bus stationEasy to bus station, meaning to send or move around by bus
- railway station passenger facilitiesMedium describing railway station passenger facilities (line that is the commercial organization responsible for operating a system of transportation for trains that pull passengers or freight)
- base transceiver station network coverageHard to base transceiver station network coverage, meaning to use as a basis for; found on
- rise above one's station in feudal hierarchyVery Hard to move upward or increase in value regarding above one's station in feudal hierarchy
stay /steɪ/
- stay at homeEasy to stay at home, meaning to stay the same; remain in a certain state
- hotel stay expenses reimbursementMedium describing hotel stay expenses reimbursement (a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services)
- stay competitive amid fierce market rivalryHard to stay competitive amid fierce market rivalry, meaning to stay the same; remain in a certain state
- stay the course despite severe setbacksVery Hard to stay the course despite severe setbacks, meaning to stay the same; remain in a certain state
stop /stɑp/
- stop the carEasy to bring an automobile to a halt
- stop work due to weather conditionsMedium to suspend construction activities during severe climate events
- put a decisive stop to anticompetitive practicesHard to terminate unlawful monopolistic behavior permanently
- pull out all the stops to win the tenderVery Hard to make every conceivable effort to secure a commercial contract
subway /ˈsʌbˌweɪ/
- subway trainEasy describing subway train (an electric railway operating below the surface of the ground (usually in a city))
- take the subway to avoid morning gridlockMedium to perform, accept, or undertake an action regarding the subway to avoid morning gridlock
- municipal subway expansion financing bondsHard describing municipal subway expansion financing bonds (relating or belonging to or characteristic of a municipality)
- subterranean subway tunnels fraught with geological perilsVery Hard describing subterranean subway tunnels fraught with geological perils (being or operating under the surface of the earth)
suitcase /ˈsutˌkeɪs/
- pack a suitcaseEasy to pack a suitcase, meaning to arrange in a container
- overweight suitcase fee at check-inMedium describing overweight suitcase fee at check-in (the property of excessive fatness)
- lockable hard-shell suitcase for sensitive prototypesHard a collocation phrase: lockable hard-shell suitcase for sensitive prototypes
- live out of a suitcase for months on endVery Hard to live out of a suitcase for months on end, meaning to inhabit or live in; be an inhabitant of
suite /swit/
- hotel suiteEasy describing hotel suite (a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services)
- office software suite for corporate productivityMedium describing office software suite for corporate productivity (place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed)
- executive suite reshuffle following hostile takeoverHard describing executive suite reshuffle following hostile takeover (a person responsible for the administration of a business)
- complete suite of bespoke wealth management solutionsVery Hard to complete suite of bespoke wealth management solutions, meaning to come or bring to a finish or an end
taxi /ˈtæksi/
- take a taxiEasy to perform, accept, or undertake an action regarding a taxi
- reimburse staff for late-night taxi faresMedium to reimburse staff for late-night taxi fares, meaning to pay back for some expense incurred
- licensed taxi fleet emissions regulation complianceHard to licensed taxi fleet emissions regulation compliance, meaning to authorize officially
- aircraft taxi to holding bay awaiting departureVery Hard describing aircraft taxi to holding bay awaiting departure (a vehicle that can fly)
tent /tɛnt/
- camp in a tentEasy to camp in a tent, meaning to live in or as if in a tent
- set up an outdoor exhibition tent for the eventMedium to establish or arrange in a specific position regarding up an outdoor exhibition tent for the event
- emergency medical field tent deployment in disastersHard describing emergency medical field tent deployment in disasters (a sudden unforeseen crisis (usually involving danger) that requires immediate action)
- broad tent political coalition collapsing from withinVery Hard describing broad tent political coalition collapsing from within (slang term for a woman)
terminal /ˈtɝmənəl/
- bus terminalEasy to bus terminal, meaning to send or move around by bus
- airport terminal facilities for transit passengersMedium describing airport terminal facilities for transit passengers (an airfield equipped with control tower and hangars as well as accommodations for passengers and cargo)
- marine container terminal operating concessionHard describing marine container terminal operating concession (a member of the United States Marine Corps)
- terminal decline of an obsolete conglomerateVery Hard describing terminal decline of an obsolete conglomerate (station where transport vehicles load or unload passengers or goods)
terrorist /ˈtɛrɚɪst/
- terrorist attackEasy describing terrorist attack (a radical who employs terror as a political weapon; usually organizes with other terrorists in small cells; often uses religion as a cover for terrorist activities)
- anti-terrorist security screening at airportsMedium a collocation phrase: anti-terrorist security screening at airports
- comply with counter-terrorist financing rulesHard to act in accordance with rules regarding with counter-terrorist financing rules
- designation as a state sponsor of terrorist actsVery Hard describing designation as a state sponsor of terrorist acts (identifying word or words by which someone or something is called and classified or distinguished from others)
ticket /ˈtɪkət/
- buy a ticketEasy to obtain in exchange for payment regarding a ticket
- support ticketMedium to support ticket, meaning to give moral or psychological support, aid, or courage to
- season ticket holderHard to season ticket holder, meaning to lend flavor to
- the golden ticket to successVery Hard referring to the golden ticket to success
timetable /ˈtaɪmˌteɪbəl/
- train timetableEasy to train timetable, meaning to create by training and teaching
- adhere to the timetableMedium to stick strictly to rules or policies regarding to the timetable
- tentative timetableHard describing tentative timetable (under terms not final or fully worked out or agreed upon)
- disrupt the intricate timetableVery Hard to disrupt the intricate timetable, meaning to make a break in
tire /ˈtaɪɚ/
- flat tireEasy describing flat tire (a level tract of land)
- spare tireMedium to spare tire, meaning to refrain from harming
- tire out easilyHard to tire out easily, meaning to lose interest or become bored with something or somebody
- grow weary and tire of excusesVery Hard to increase in size, quantity, or maturity regarding weary and tire of excuses
toiletry /ˈtɔɪlətri/
- basic toiletriesEasy describing basic toiletries (a popular programming language that is relatively easy to learn; an acronym for beginner's all-purpose symbolic instruction code; no longer in general use)
- travel-sized toiletry kitMedium a collocation phrase: travel-sized toiletry kit
- complimentary toiletry packHard describing complimentary toiletry pack (conveying or resembling a compliment)
- dispense high-end organic toiletry goodsVery Hard to dispense high-end organic toiletry goods, meaning to administer or bestow, as in small portions
toll /toʊl/
- toll boothEasy to toll booth, meaning to ring slowly
- toll-free numberMedium describing toll-free number (having no toll levied for its use)
- take a heavy toll on healthHard to perform, accept, or undertake an action regarding a heavy toll on health
- exact a devastating economic tollVery Hard to exact a devastating economic toll, meaning to claim as due or just
tour /tʊr/
- guided city tourEasy to guided city tour, meaning to direct the course; determine the direction of travelling
- tour of the factory facilitiesMedium to tour of the factory facilities, meaning to make a tour of a certain place
- extensive promotional tourHard describing extensive promotional tour (large in spatial extent or range or scope or quantity)
- embark on a grand tour of diplomatic outreachVery Hard to embark on a grand tour of diplomatic outreach, meaning to go on board
- guided tourEasy to guided tour, meaning to direct the course; determine the direction of travelling
tourism /ˈtʊˌrɪzəm/
- booming tourismEasy to booming tourism, meaning to make a resonant sound, like artillery
- tourism industry revenueMedium describing tourism industry revenue (the business of providing services to tourists)
- sustainable eco-tourism initiativesHard describing sustainable eco-tourism initiatives (capable of being sustained)
- tourism infrastructure stretched to breaking pointVery Hard describing tourism infrastructure stretched to breaking point (the business of providing services to tourists)
tourist /ˈtʊrəst/
- tourist attractionEasy describing tourist attraction (someone who travels for pleasure)
- influx of foreign touristsMedium describing influx of foreign tourists (the process of flowing in)
- cater to discerning international touristsHard to cater to discerning international tourists, meaning to give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance
- an unwitting tourist trapped in geopolitical turmoilVery Hard referring to an unwitting tourist trapped in geopolitical turmoil
tow /toʊ/
- tow away an illegally parked carEasy to tow away an illegally parked car, meaning to drag behind
- call a tow truck serviceMedium to contact, summon, or announce regarding a tow truck service
- tow distressed vessels into harborHard to tow distressed vessels into harbor, meaning to drag behind
- have someone in tow during scrutinyVery Hard to possess, experience, or hold regarding someone in tow during scrutiny
towel /ˈtaʊəl/
- clean bath towelEasy to clean bath towel, meaning to make clean by removing dirt, filth, or unwanted substances from
- replenish fresh towels in hotel roomsMedium to replenish fresh towels in hotel rooms, meaning to fill something that had previously been emptied
- absorbent microfiber towelHard describing absorbent microfiber towel (a material having capacity or tendency to absorb another substance)
- throw in the towel after exhaustive talksVery Hard to throw in the towel after exhaustive talks, meaning to propel through the air
traffic /ˈtræfɪk/
- heavy traffic during rush hourEasy describing heavy traffic during rush hour (an actor who plays villainous roles)
- website traffic analytics reportMedium describing website traffic analytics report (a computer connected to the internet that maintains a series of web pages on the World Wide Web)
- direct traffic flows around the construction siteHard to direct traffic flows around the construction site, meaning to command with authority
- traffic in clandestine insider informationVery Hard to traffic in clandestine insider information, meaning to deal illegally
- stuck in trafficEasy to stuck in traffic, meaning to put, fix, force, or implant
trail /treɪl/
- hiking trail through the woodsEasy to hiking trail through the woods, meaning to increase
- leave a paper trail for auditingMedium to leave a paper trail for auditing, meaning to go away from a place
- blaze a trail in biotechnologyHard to blaze a trail in biotechnology, meaning to shine brightly and intensively
- on the trail of a phantom whistleblowerVery Hard indicating position, contact, or basis regarding the trail of a phantom whistleblower
train /treɪn/
- take a train to workEasy to perform, accept, or undertake an action regarding a train to work
- train newly hired employeesMedium to train newly hired employees, meaning to create by training and teaching
- train one's sights on emerging marketsHard to train one's sights on emerging markets, meaning to create by training and teaching
- bring a train of calamitous repercussionsVery Hard to cause or carry to a place or result regarding a train of calamitous repercussions
- on-the-job trainingMedium describing on-the-job training (relating to or associated with a job or employment)
transport /trænˈspɔrt/
- public transport faresEasy describing public transport fares (people in general considered as a whole)
- transport hazardous materials safelyMedium to transport hazardous materials safely, meaning to move something or somebody around; usually over long distances
- overhaul integrated urban transport logisticsHard to overhaul integrated urban transport logistics, meaning to travel past
- be transported with ecstasy into ethereal blissVery Hard to exist or be in a specified condition regarding transported with ecstasy into ethereal bliss
transportation /ˌtrænspɚˈteɪʃən/
- means of transportationEasy to means of transportation, meaning to mean or intend to express or convey
- department of transportation guidelinesMedium describing department of transportation guidelines (a specialized division of a large organization)
- allocate budget for green transportation infrastructureHard to allocate budget for green transportation infrastructure, meaning to distribute according to a plan or set apart for a special purpose
- subterranean transportation grid engineered for emergenciesVery Hard describing subterranean transportation grid engineered for emergencies (being or operating under the surface of the earth)
travel /ˈtrævəl/
- travel around the worldEasy to journey or move from one place to another regarding around the world
- business travel expenses reimbursementMedium describing business travel expenses reimbursement (a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it)
- issue official travel advisories amid instabilityHard to issue official travel advisories amid instability, meaning to prepare and issue for public distribution or sale
- news travels fast in clandestine circlesVery Hard describing news travels fast in clandestine circles (information about recent and important events)
traveler /ˈtrævəlɚ/
- weary traveler seeks restEasy to weary traveler seeks rest, meaning to exhaust or get tired through overuse or great strain or stress
- business traveler loyalty programMedium describing business traveler loyalty program (a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it)
- seasoned international traveler anticipates customs hurdlesHard to seasoned international traveler anticipates customs hurdles, meaning to lend flavor to
- a lone traveler traversing metaphysical frontiersVery Hard referring to a lone traveler traversing metaphysical frontiers
trip /trɪp/
- go on a road tripEasy to go on a road trip, meaning to change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
- business trip expenses reportMedium describing business trip expenses report (a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it)
- round trip ticket to international conferenceHard to round trip ticket to international conference, meaning to wind around; move along a circular course
- a guilt trip calculated to manipulateVery Hard referring to a guilt trip calculated to manipulate
tropical /ˈtrɑpɪkəl/
- tropical fruit juiceEasy describing tropical fruit juice (relating to or situated in or characteristic of the tropics (the region on either side of the equator))
- tropical climate advisory for staff travelMedium describing tropical climate advisory for staff travel (relating to or situated in or characteristic of the tropics (the region on either side of the equator))
- eradication of endemic tropical diseasesHard describing eradication of endemic tropical diseases (the complete destruction of every trace of something)
- untamed tropical wilderness untouched by civilizationVery Hard describing untamed tropical wilderness untouched by civilization (in a natural state; not tamed or domesticated or cultivated)
tunnel /ˈtʌnəl/
- dark underground tunnelEasy describing dark underground tunnel (absence of light or illumination)
- wind tunnel aerodynamic testingMedium to wind tunnel aerodynamic testing, meaning to to move or cause to move in a sinuous, spiral, or circular course
- light at the end of the tunnel for the economyHard to light at the end of the tunnel for the economy, meaning to make lighter or brighter
- succumb to fatal tunnel vision amidst crisisVery Hard to succumb to fatal tunnel vision amidst crisis, meaning to consent reluctantly
underground /ˈʌndɚˌɡraʊnd/
- take the underground trainEasy traveling via a subterranean metropolitan electric subway network
- underground parking garage for employeesMedium a basement vehicular parking structure beneath an office building
- dismantle underground financial networks involved in launderingHard shutting down illicit shadow banking operations engaged in fraud
- operate an underground resistance movement beneath surveillanceVery Hard running a clandestine organization secretly out of sight of authorities
vacancy /ˈveɪkənsi/
- hotel vacancyEasy describing hotel vacancy (a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services)
- fill a job vacancy in accountingMedium to fill a job vacancy in accounting, meaning to make full, also in a metaphorical sense
- persistent commercial office vacancy ratesHard describing persistent commercial office vacancy rates (never-ceasing)
- judicial vacancy sparks cutthroat political warsVery Hard describing judicial vacancy sparks cutthroat political wars (decreed by or proceeding from a court of justice)
vacate /ˈveɪkeɪt/
- vacate the room before noonEasy to vacate the room before noon, meaning to leave (a job, post, or position) voluntarily
- vacate company premises upon terminationMedium to vacate company premises upon termination, meaning to leave (a job, post, or position) voluntarily
- vacate an unlawful judicial decree on appealHard to vacate an unlawful judicial decree on appeal, meaning to leave (a job, post, or position) voluntarily
- vacate the throne under threat of regicideVery Hard to vacate the throne under threat of regicide, meaning to leave (a job, post, or position) voluntarily
vacation /veɪˈkeɪʃən/
- summer vacationEasy to summer vacation, meaning to spend the summer
- request paid vacation daysMedium to request paid vacation days, meaning to express the need or desire for; ask for
- vacation accrued benefits liabilitiesHard to vacation accrued benefits liabilities, meaning to spend or take a vacation
- a busman's holiday masquerading as vacationVery Hard referring to a busman's holiday masquerading as vacation
valley /ˈvæli/
- deep river valleyEasy describing deep river valley (the central and most intense or profound part)
- fertile farm valleyMedium describing fertile farm valley (capable of reproducing)
- tech innovation hub in Silicon ValleyHard describing tech innovation hub in Silicon Valley (a school teaching mechanical and industrial arts and the applied sciences)
- walk through the valley of the shadow of deathVery Hard to walk through the valley of the shadow of death, meaning to use one's feet to advance; advance by steps
vehicle /ˈvihɪkəl/
- motor vehicleEasy to motor vehicle, meaning to travel or be transported in a vehicle
- fleet of commercial vehiclesMedium to fleet of commercial vehicles, meaning to move along rapidly and lightly; skim or dart
- special purpose vehicle for asset securitizationHard describing special purpose vehicle for asset securitization (a special offering (usually temporary and at a reduced price) that is featured in advertising)
- serve as a cynical vehicle for laundering illicit graftVery Hard to serve as a cynical vehicle for laundering illicit graft, meaning to serve a purpose, role, or function
- repair a vehicleEasy to repair a vehicle, meaning to restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken
venue /ˈvenjuː/
- party venueEasy to party venue, meaning to have or participate in a party
- conference venue booking confirmationMedium describing conference venue booking confirmation (a prearranged meeting for consultation or exchange of information or discussion (especially one with a formal agenda))
- petition for change of trial venueHard to petition for change of trial venue, meaning to write a petition for something to somebody; request formally and in writing
- transform the stately venue into a den of corruptionVery Hard to transform the stately venue into a den of corruption, meaning to subject to a mathematical transformation
- reserve a venueMedium to reserve a venue, meaning to hold back or set aside, especially for future use or contingency
vessel /ˈvɛsəl/
- fishing vessel in the bayEasy to fishing vessel in the bay, meaning to seek indirectly
- cargo vessel unloading at container portMedium describing cargo vessel unloading at container port (goods carried by a large vehicle)
- maritime interception of illicit shipping vesselsHard describing maritime interception of illicit shipping vessels (relating to or involving ships or shipping or navigation or seamen)
- an empty vessel making the loudest noiseVery Hard referring to an empty vessel making the loudest noise
visa /ˈvizə/
- apply for a tourist visaEasy to submit a formal request or put into practice regarding for a tourist visa
- employee work visa sponsorshipMedium describing employee work visa sponsorship (a worker who is hired to perform a job)
- expedited processing of diplomatic visa applicationsHard to expedited processing of diplomatic visa applications, meaning to speed up the progress of; facilitate
- revoking the visa unleashes international condemnationVery Hard to revoking the visa unleashes international condemnation, meaning to fail to follow suit when able and required to do so
visit /ˈvɪzɪt/
- visit grandparents on the weekendEasy to visit grandparents on the weekend, meaning to go to see a place, as for entertainment
- visit client sites for regular inspectionMedium to visit client sites for regular inspection, meaning to go to see a place, as for entertainment
- official state visit by foreign dignitariesHard describing official state visit by foreign dignitaries (a worker who holds or is invested with an office)
- retribution visited upon transgressors without mercyVery Hard describing retribution visited upon transgressors without mercy (a justly deserved penalty)
- follow-up visitMedium describing follow-up visit (a piece of work that exploits or builds on earlier work)
wander /ˈwɑndɚ/
- wander through the city streetsEasy to wander through the city streets, meaning to move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment
- mind begins to wander during long lecturesMedium to mind begins to wander during long lectures, meaning to be offended or bothered by; take offense with, be bothered by
- wander far from foundational charter principlesHard to wander far from foundational charter principles, meaning to move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment
- wander in an intellectual wilderness of despairVery Hard to wander in an intellectual wilderness of despair, meaning to move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment
weather /ˈwɛðɚ/
- nice weather todayEasy describing nice weather today (a city in southeastern France on the Mediterranean; the leading resort on the French Riviera)
- extreme weather delay notificationMedium describing extreme weather delay notification (the furthest or highest degree of something)
- weather the storm of economic downturnHard to weather the storm of economic downturn, meaning to face and withstand with courage
- under the weather and unable to attend the summitVery Hard subject to the authority, condition, or terms of the weather and unable to attend the summit
- inclement weatherHard describing inclement weather ((of weather or climate) severe)
weight /weɪt/
- lose weight through exerciseEasy to lose weight through exercise, meaning to fail to keep or to maintain; cease to have, either physically or in an abstract sense
- maximum allowable baggage weightMedium describing maximum allowable baggage weight (the largest possible quantity)
- pull one's weight in a joint ventureHard to pull one's weight in a joint venture, meaning to cause to move by pulling
- throw one's political weight around with impunityVery Hard to throw one's political weight around with impunity, meaning to propel through the air
west /wɛst/
- go west on the highwayEasy to go west on the highway, meaning to change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
- west coast regional sales officeMedium describing west coast regional sales office (the countries of (originally) Europe and (now including) North America and South America)
- geopolitical rivalry between east and westHard describing geopolitical rivalry between east and west (of or relating to geopolitics)
- go west into oblivion without a traceVery Hard to go west into oblivion without a trace, meaning to change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically