🧩 Band 7+ collocations · IELTS Writing Vocabulary · 60 words

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pose a threat collocation	to be a possible danger to someone or something; usually "pose a threat to" Rising sea levels pose a serious threat to coastal cities.
play a pivotal role collocation	to be extremely important in making something happen; "in + noun/-ing" Teachers play a pivotal role in shaping young people's values.
raise awareness collocation	to make more people know about a problem or issue; often "of/about" Campaigns on social media can raise awareness of mental health issues.
address the issue collocation	to start dealing with a problem in a serious way Governments must address the issue of youth unemployment urgently.
tackle the problem collocation	to make a determined effort to deal with a difficult problem Several measures could be taken to tackle the problem of traffic congestion.
meet the demand collocation	to supply as much of something as people need or want Farmers are struggling to meet the demand for organic produce.
bridge the gap collocation	to reduce the difference between two groups or things Free online courses can help bridge the gap between rich and poor students.
take measures collocation	to do things in order to deal with a problem; often "take measures to + verb" Authorities should take stricter measures to reduce air pollution.
reach a consensus collocation	to arrive at a general agreement among a group World leaders have failed to reach a consensus on carbon targets.
draw a conclusion collocation	to decide something is true after considering the facts It is difficult to draw a firm conclusion from such a small study.
have a profound impact on collocation	to affect something in a very strong and lasting way The internet continues to have a profound impact on the way people communicate.
exert pressure on collocation	to use influence to make someone do something; formal Consumers can exert pressure on companies to use less packaging.
impose restrictions on collocation	to officially limit what people can do Many cities have imposed restrictions on older diesel vehicles.
allocate funds collocation	to officially give money for a particular purpose The government should allocate more funds to public healthcare.
curb emissions collocation	to control and limit the release of harmful gases Heavy taxes on fuel could help curb emissions from transport.
boost the economy collocation	to help the economy grow or improve Hosting international events can boost the local economy.
foster creativity collocation	to encourage creativity to develop over time Art and music lessons foster creativity in young learners.
broaden horizons collocation	to increase your knowledge and experience of the world Studying abroad can broaden students' horizons considerably.
gain insight into collocation	to come to understand something more deeply Travelling allows people to gain insight into other cultures.
strike a balance collocation	to find a fair position between two opposing needs; "between A and B" Governments must strike a balance between economic growth and environmental protection.
pay the price collocation	to suffer the bad results of an action or decision Future generations will pay the price for today's overconsumption.
run the risk of collocation	to be in a situation where something bad might happen; followed by noun/-ing Children who spend hours online run the risk of becoming socially isolated.
make a contribution to collocation	to help to achieve or provide something Immigrants make a valuable contribution to the economy.
conduct research collocation	to carry out a systematic study; more formal than "do research" Scientists conduct research to find alternatives to plastic.
place emphasis on collocation	to give special importance to something Many schools place too much emphasis on exam results.
adopt an approach collocation	to start using a particular method of dealing with something Schools should adopt a more practical approach to teaching science.
rely heavily on collocation	to depend a great deal on someone or something Many rural areas rely heavily on agriculture for income.
widen the gap collocation	to make the difference between two groups bigger Private tutoring may widen the gap between wealthy and poor students.
reap the benefits collocation	to gain advantages as a result of your actions Countries that invest in education reap the benefits for decades.
reach their full potential collocation	to become as successful as they possibly can Every child deserves the chance to reach their full potential.
set an example collocation	to behave in a way that others should copy Celebrities should set an example for their young fans.
take responsibility for collocation	to accept that something is your duty or your fault Individuals must take responsibility for their own health.
lay the foundation for collocation	to create the basic conditions for something to develop A good primary education lays the foundation for lifelong learning.
meet the needs of collocation	to provide what a group of people requires Public housing must meet the needs of low-income families.
a growing concern collocation	a problem that more and more people are worried about Cyberbullying has become a growing concern among parents.
a pressing issue collocation	a problem that needs to be dealt with immediately Climate change is the most pressing issue of our time.
a vicious circle collocation	a situation in which one problem causes another, which makes the first worse Poverty and poor education create a vicious circle that is hard to break.
a double-edged sword collocation	something that has both good and bad effects Social media is a double-edged sword for young people.
a key factor collocation	one of the most important reasons or influences Parental support is a key factor in academic success.
long-term consequences collocation	results that continue for a long time into the future Deforestation has serious long-term consequences for the climate.
sustainable development collocation	economic growth that does not harm the environment for future generations Investment in clean energy is essential for sustainable development.
economic growth collocation	an increase in the amount of goods and services a country produces Rapid economic growth has lifted millions of people out of poverty.
social cohesion collocation	the bonds that make people in a society feel connected and cooperative Community events help strengthen social cohesion in diverse neighbourhoods.
a sense of belonging collocation	the feeling of being accepted as part of a group or place Team sports give teenagers a strong sense of belonging.
environmental degradation collocation	damage to the natural environment, such as soil, water and air Mass tourism often leads to environmental degradation in fragile areas.
a financial burden collocation	a cost that is difficult for someone to pay University fees place a heavy financial burden on families.
undergo changes collocation	to experience a process of change; formal Family structures have undergone dramatic changes over the past century.
combat climate change collocation	to take action to fight global warming International cooperation is essential to combat climate change.
promote equality collocation	to actively support fair treatment for everyone Equal pay laws are designed to promote equality in the workplace.
encounter difficulties collocation	to experience problems; formal International students often encounter difficulties adapting to a new culture.
acquire knowledge collocation	to gain knowledge through study or experience; formal The internet allows people to acquire knowledge at their own pace.
enhance the quality of life collocation	to make people's lives better and more comfortable Green spaces in cities enhance the quality of life for residents.
jeopardise the future collocation	to put the future at risk of being harmed Overfishing could jeopardise the future of the fishing industry.
devote time to collocation	to give a lot of time to a particular activity Working parents find it hard to devote enough time to their children.
make the most of collocation	to use an opportunity or resource as well as possible Students should make the most of the resources their universities offer.
take into account collocation	to consider something when making a decision; "take A into account" also possible Planners must take into account the needs of elderly residents.
pursue a career collocation	to work to build a career in a particular field More women are choosing to pursue a career in engineering.
cause irreversible damage collocation	to harm something so badly that it cannot be repaired Plastic waste can cause irreversible damage to marine ecosystems.
a wide range of collocation	many different kinds of things; more academic than "lots of" Large cities offer a wide range of cultural activities.
an integral part of collocation	a necessary and important part of something Technology has become an integral part of modern education.