This lesson practises 50 C2 collocations on Technology & Digital. Collocations are fixed word pairings that native speakers expect — Cambridge examiners test them in Use of English Part 1 and reward precise lexis in Writing. Run through the interactive drills first, then open this glossary to revise every item in the set. For question-by-question feedback, use Review mode after you finish the session.
spectacular mountains
The view of the ____ took our breath away.
swarm of bees
A large ____ appeared near the flowers.
slightly offensive
The comment was ____ but not serious.
state of confusion
The sudden change left everyone in a ____.
alternative energy source
Scientists are developing a new ____.
vacant parking space
There was only one ____ left.
rich source
The internet is a ____ of information.
cheap source
The internet is a ____ of information.
stimulate growth
The new policy aims to ____ in the sector.
win an argument
He managed to ____ without raising his voice.
state an aim
The leader began by ____ for the coming year.
lengthy tailbacks
The accident caused ____ on the motorway.
congested road
The ____ caused long delays.
disposal of household waste
The council provides free ____.
cheap source
The internet is a ____ of information.
amazing chain of events
The biography describes an ____.
confined space
The rescue team worked in a very ____.
allocate resources
Managers must carefully ____ to meet targets.
hectic pace of life
Many people complain about the ____ in big cities.
bursting with energy
The children were ____ after the long sleep.
Wi-Fi hotspots
The café offers free ____.
natural highlights
She decided to add some ____ to her hair.
short of space
The office is rather ____ at the moment.
change takes place
Significant ____ when new technology arrives.
extremely successful
The campaign was ____.
remand in custody
The judge decided to ____ until the trial.
have no respect for
Some people seem to ____ authority.
summon up the energy
She tried to ____ to finish the task.
after careful consideration
____ the committee approved the plan.
free airtime
The radio station offered ____ for charity appeals.
boundless energy
The children seem to have ____.
in a straightforward way
He explained everything ____.
fair comment
His criticism was considered ____.
in a straightforward way
He explained everything ____.
judge someone harshly
It is unfair to ____ without knowing the full story.
draconian measures
The government introduced ____ to control spending.
shape verb
Certain events can ____ someone's life forever.
source of fun
The old games console was a great ____ for the children.
fair (of)
A ____ people turned up late.
make a contribution
Everyone was asked to ____ to the charity appeal.
small (of)
Only a ____ people knew the truth.
obtain permission
You must ____ before entering the area.
hang on
Please ____ while I check the details.
get the sack
He was afraid he might ____ after the mistake.
reach fever pitch
The excitement began to ____ as the final approached.
perform a task
The robot can ____ with great precision.
pass judgement on
It is not my place to ____ others.
plain food
The restaurant specialises in good ____.
vehicle emissions
The new rules aim to reduce ____.
online shopping
Most people now prefer ____ for convenience.