English Collocations

The conversation or debate that took place before the current one.

“The preceding discussion highlighted the need for further research.”

The part of a document or text that comes before the current section.

“The preceding section outlined the methodology used in the study.”

A clear and exact explanation or description of something.

“The precise definition of the term is crucial for understanding the concept.”

The exact or specific characteristics of something.

“The precise nature of the relationship between the two variables is not yet fully understood.”

The ability of a model or theory to accurately forecast or predict future events or outcomes.

“The predictive power of the new algorithm is impressive.”

Treatment or consideration that is given to someone or something in preference to others.

“The company is accused of giving preferential treatment to certain employees.”

Initial or early information or results that are subject to change or further analysis.

“The preliminary data suggests a positive trend.”

Initial or early results or conclusions that are subject to change or further analysis.

“The preliminary findings of the study are promising.”

An initial or early outcome or consequence that is subject to change or further analysis.

“The preliminary result of the test needs to be confirmed.”

Death that occurs earlier than expected or at a younger age than usual.

“The premature death of the leader shocked the nation.”

To create or pose a problem or difficulty that needs to be overcome.

“The project presents a challenge to the team.”

To provide a brief overview or concise description of something.

“The manager will present a summary of the report.”

To provide or put forward a reasoned or logical case for something.

“The lawyer will present an argument in court.”

The current situation or circumstances in which something exists or is happening.

“The policy must be understood in the present context of economic uncertainty.”

To provide or show information or facts, often in a formal or organized way.

“The researcher will present data at the conference.”

To cause or create problems or challenges for someone or something.

“The new policy presents difficulties for small businesses.”

To provide or show proof or facts to support a claim or argument.

“The lawyer will present evidence in court.”

An election in which people vote for a president, especially in a country with a presidential system of government.

“The presidential election was highly contested.”

The chapter that comes before the current one in a book or document.

“The previous chapter discussed the historical background.”

The ten-year period that came before the current one.

“The previous decade saw significant economic growth.”

A conversation or debate that took place before the current one.

“The previous discussion highlighted the need for further research.”

The experience someone has had before, which can be useful in their current or future work.

“The job required previous experience in management, which made it difficult for recent graduates to apply.”

The group of people who were alive and adults before the current group of adults.

“The previous generation had a very different view on social issues than the current one.”

Information or understanding that someone already has before they learn something new.

“The course built on previous knowledge of mathematics, making it challenging for those without a strong background.”