English Collocations

An opinion or perspective that something is bad or undesirable.

“The analyst has a negative view of the company's prospects.”

To have a relationship where one thing increases as the other decreases.

“The amount of exercise people do is negatively correlated with their risk of heart disease.”

A recently introduced plan or project.

“The company has launched a new initiative to reduce its carbon footprint.”

A recently gained understanding or perspective on something.

“The researcher gained a new insight into the behavior of the species after conducting the experiment.”

A recently gained point of view or way of thinking about something.

“The experience gave me a new perspective on life.”

Recently obtained or gained.

“The company has invested in newly acquired technology to improve its efficiency.”

Recently made or established.

“The newly created department will focus on sustainable energy solutions.”

Recently found or learned.

“The newly discovered species is found only in this remote area.”

Recently appearing or developing.

“The newly emerging trend in fashion is sustainable clothing.”

Recently set up or founded.

“The newly established company has already gained a reputation for innovation.”

Recently created or organized.

“The newly formed government has pledged to address the economic crisis.”

The next decade refers to the ten-year period that is coming after the current one.

“The company plans to expand its operations in the next decade.”

The next generation refers to the people who will come after the current one, often in the context of technology, culture, or family.

“The new smartphone is designed with the next generation of users in mind.”

The next phase refers to the subsequent stage or part of a process, project, or development.

“The company is moving into the next phase of its expansion plan.”

Normal conditions refer to the typical or usual circumstances or environment in which something exists or occurs.

“The experiment was conducted under normal conditions to ensure accurate results.”

Normal development refers to the typical or expected growth, progress, or evolution of something, such as a child, a project, or a process.

“The child's normal development was assessed by the pediatrician.”

A normal distribution, also known as a bell curve, is a statistical concept that describes how data points are spread out in a symmetrical, bell-shaped curve.

“The data follows a normal distribution, with most values clustering around the mean.”

Normal practice refers to the usual or standard way of doing something, often established by custom, tradition, or policy.

“It is normal practice for employees to undergo a probationary period before being permanently hired.”

A notable exception is someone or something that does not conform to the general rule or pattern, but is worth mentioning or recognizing because of its significance or importance.

“The new policy has been well-received, with one notable exception being the opposition from the trade unions.”

Nuclear energy is the energy generated by the reaction of atomic nuclei, often used to produce electricity.

“The country is investing heavily in nuclear energy to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels.”

A nuclear family consists of a married couple and their dependent children, often considered the basic social unit in modern societies.

“The nuclear family has undergone significant changes in recent decades, with more single-parent households and blended families.”

Nuclear power refers to the use of nuclear energy to generate electricity, often through the operation of nuclear reactors.

“The country is considering the development of nuclear power to meet its increasing energy demands.”

A nuclear war is a conflict in which nuclear weapons are used, often with devastating consequences for the environment and human populations.

“The threat of nuclear war has decreased significantly since the end of the Cold War.”

A nuclear weapon is a type of weapon that uses nuclear energy to cause massive destruction and loss of life, often through a bomb or missile.

“The country has developed a nuclear weapon, sparking concerns about regional stability and global security.”