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Technology & Digital 4 — C2 Collocations

This lesson practises 12 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.

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Lesson glossary (12 collocations)

  • against your better judgement

    He proceeded ____ and regretted it later.

  • practical value

    The invention has real ____.

  • raise your voice

    There is no need to ____ during the discussion.

  • anti-aging properties

    The cream claims powerful ____.

  • systems crash

    Heavy usage caused the computer ____ during peak hours.

  • unexplored wilderness

    The area remains a vast ____.

  • shape someone's life

    Certain events can ____ forever.

  • offshore wind farm

    The new ____ will generate clean energy.

  • swarm of bees

    A large ____ appeared near the flowers.

  • take the time to

    It is important to ____ explain the rules.

  • find happiness

    Many people struggle to ____ in modern life.

  • reliable source

    The journalist used a ____ for the story.