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provide sth for/to sb

to supply or give something to someone

The government provides financial aid to low-income families.

hope for

to want something to happen or be true

Everyone is hoping for a quick recovery of the local economy.

object to

to express disapproval or opposition

Several residents objected to the proposed construction plan.

devote to

to give time, energy, or resources to a task

She devoted her entire career to medical research.

be dedicated to

committed to a purpose or idea

The team is dedicated to improving customer satisfaction.

comply with

to obey a rule, law, or requirement

All employees must comply with safety regulations in the lab.

specialize in

to concentrate on a particular subject or skill

This clinic specializes in treating rare skin conditions.

confide in

to trust someone with private secrets or thoughts

She needed a close friend she could confide in during tough times.

graduate from

to complete a degree or course at a school/university

He graduated from Harvard Law School last summer.

asthma

a respiratory condition marked by difficulty breathing

Swimming helps children with asthma improve their lung capacity.

accustomed to

familiar with something through experience

It took me a few weeks to get accustomed to working night shifts.

appropriate to/for

suitable or proper for a specific purpose or context

Formal attire is appropriate for a corporate interview.

essential to/for

absolutely necessary or vital

Clear communication is essential for effective teamwork.

faithful to / loyal to

remaining constant and firm in support or belief

The dog remained faithful to its master until the end.

grateful/thankful to sb for sth

feeling or showing appreciation to someone for something

I am deeply grateful to my mentor for her guidance.

indifferent to

having no interest, sympathy, or concern

He remained completely indifferent to the criticisms against him.

important to/for

having great value, influence, or significance

Regular exercise is important for maintaining long-term health.

doubtful/suspicious of/about

feeling uncertain or distrustful about something

The police became suspicious of his sudden change of story.

envious of

feeling resentment or jealousy toward someone's advantages

Many people were envious of her rapid career progress.

available to/for

obtainable or accessible for use

Free consultation services are available to all residents.

eager for

strongly wanting to do or have something

The new graduates are eager for opportunities to prove themselves.

eligible for

meeting the conditions to be qualified for something

Only full-time workers are eligible for annual bonuses.

sufficient for

enough to meet a particular need

The remaining budget should be sufficient for the project.

amazed/astonished at/by

extremely surprised or impressed

We were amazed by the speed of the system's execution.

amused at/by

finding something funny or entertaining

The audience was highly amused by the comedian's jokes.

angry at/about

feeling or showing strong annoyance or displeasure

Residents were angry about the sudden rise in utility prices.

proficient in/at

competent or skilled in doing something

She is highly proficient in managing cross-functional projects.

acquainted with

familiar with or having knowledge of something

Are you acquainted with the new compliance guidelines?

packed with

filled completely with people or things

The city center was packed with tourists over the holiday.

weak in/at

acking skill, strength, or proficiency in an area

He works hard on his speech because he feels weak at public speaking.

derived from

obtained, taken, or originating from a source

Many modern medicines are derived from natural plant extracts.

optimistic/pessimistic about

hopeful / negative about the future or outcome

Analysts remain optimistic about the company's growth targets.

abstract

existing in thought or idea rather than concrete physical form

Art critics discussed the abstract concepts behind the sculpture.

dislike for

a feeling of distaste, hostility, or aversion toward

He made no secret of his dislike for administrative paperwork.

inspiration for

a person, thing, or event that prompts creative ideas

Her travels through Asia served as the primary inspiration for the book

thirst for

a strong desire or craving for something (e.g., knowledge)

Young students often have an intense thirst for knowledge.

delight in

great pleasure, joy, or satisfaction in something

Children naturally take delight in exploring new playgrounds.

faith in

complete trust, confidence, or belief in someone or something

The investors maintained their faith in the CEO's long-term vision.

by all means

certainly; of course; without hesitation

"May I borrow this book?" "By all means, keep it as long as you like."

in time

early enough; eventually over a period

If we leave now, we will arrive in time for the presentation.

in vain

without success or producing no useful result

Emergency crews worked in vain as the structure had already collapsed.

on strike

participating in an organized refusal to work

Railway employees went on strike demanding better working hours.

on time

punctual; at the scheduled or expected time

The flight departed right on time despite the heavy rain.

out of the question

completely impossible or not permitted

Taking a two-week vacation during peak season is out of the question.

justice

just treatment, fairness, or the administration of law

The victims' families are still demanding justice for the tragedy.

departure

the action of leaving a place; a deviation

Passengers should arrive two hours prior to international departure.

oral

spoken rather than written; relating to the mouth

Candidates must pass both a written exam and an oral test.

lockdown

a period of restricted movement imposed for security/health

The government declared a temporary lockdown to curb the outbreak.

on account of

because of; owing to

The open-air concert was postponed on account of severe weather.

owing to

because of; as a result of

Flights were delayed owing to poor visibility caused by fog.

in (the) light of

taking into consideration; as a result of new facts

In light of recent sales data, we need to adjust our strategy.

by virtue of

as a result of; because of a particular quality or position

She gained access to the restricted area by virtue of her role.

for the sake of

for the benefit or purpose of someone/something

They moved to a quiet suburb for the sake of their children.

irrespective of

regardless of; without taking into account

Everyone receives equal service, irrespective of their background.

notwithstanding

despite; in spite of

Notwithstanding the tight deadline, the project was completed smoothly.

in the face of

when confronted by; despite difficult conditions

She showed remarkable resilience in the face of adversity.

in place of

instead of; serving as a substitute for

You can use yogurt in place of cream to lower the calorie count.

in accordance with

in agreement with a rule, request, or standard

The audit was conducted strictly in accordance with international standards.

in line with

consistent with or matching something

The new policy is in line with the company's long-term sustainability goals.