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Cambridge English: FCE (B2 First)
to prove
to prove [verb]

to show that something is true through the use of evidence or facts

Ex: The forensic analysis proved the suspect 's innocence .
to [come] to a decision
to [come] to a decision [phrase]

to reach a conclusion about a particular matter after considering various options or factors

Ex: It took us a while , but we came to a decision regarding the vacation destination .
to look at
to look at [verb]

to consider or evaluate something from a particular perspective or point of view

Ex: They will look at the situation from a more objective standpoint before making a decision .
to come across
to come across [verb]

to discover, meet, or find someone or something by accident

Ex: I was browsing through a bookstore when I came across a novel that caught my attention .
to go over
to go over [verb]

to thoroughly review, examine, or check something

Ex: It 's important to go over the terms and conditions before signing the contract .
accessible
accessible [adjective]

easily understood or readable with comprehension

Ex: The professor 's lecture was very accessible , breaking down complex concepts into easy-to-grasp ideas .
complex
complex [adjective]

not easy to understand or analyze

Ex: The artwork 's meaning was complex , open to interpretation and layered with symbolism .
to find out
to find out [verb]

to get information about something after actively trying to do so

Ex: We will find out the results of the test after it 's graded .
intelligence
intelligence [noun]

the ability to correctly utilize thought and reason, learn from experience, or to successfully adapt to the environment

Ex: His intelligence allowed him to excel in both science and art .
meaningful
meaningful [adjective]

having a significant purpose or importance

Ex: The couple exchanged meaningful glances during the wedding ceremony .
to doubt
to doubt [verb]

lack confidence in or have doubts about

Ex: He doubts his friend after a bad experience .
to reckon
to reckon [verb]

to believe or accept something as true or certain, often with confidence or trust

Ex: They reckoned on having enough food for the entire event .
comparison
comparison [noun]

the process of examining the similarities and differences between two or more things or people

Ex: In his essay , he drew a comparison between classical and modern art , emphasizing their shared focus on human expression .
to distinguish
to distinguish [verb]

to recognize and mentally separate two things, people, etc.

Ex: The expert distinguishes between authentic and counterfeit artworks .
to [take] account of {sth}
to [take] account of {sth} [phrase]

to consider all the known facts and details before making a final decision

Ex: When planning the event , they need to take account of the weather forecast .
to tell apart
to tell apart [verb]

to distinguish the differences between things or people

Ex:
to feel
to feel [verb]

to hold a particular opinion or attitude or have a feeling that something might be the case without a justifiable reason

Ex: She feels that education is the key to success .
to make out
to make out [verb]

to understand something, often with effort

Ex: Can you help me make out what 's driving him to behave this way ?
to look up
to look up [verb]

to try to find information in a dictionary, computer, etc.

Ex:
matter
matter [noun]

a situation or subject that needs to be dealt with or considered

Ex: Choosing a college major is a significant matter that requires careful consideration .
feature
feature [noun]

an important or distinctive aspect of something

Ex: This software update includes a new security feature designed to protect user data .
case
case [noun]

an example of a certain kind of situation

Ex: This is a rare case of a disease that usually affects children .
element
element [noun]

an essential or typical feature or part of something

Ex: In storytelling , character development is a vital element .
need
need [noun]

a condition or situation in which something is necessary

Ex: My main need right now is a good night 's sleep .
to consist of
to consist of [verb]

to be formed from particular parts or things

Ex: The novel consists of three main plotlines that intertwine throughout the narrative .
form
form [noun]

the manner in which something is presented, expressed, or structured

Ex: The sculpture was created in abstract form , with the artist exploring the interplay of shape and space .
Cambridge English: FCE (B2 First)
Managing Amounts, Levels & Availability Body Parts & Senses Commerce, Money & Value Challenges, Skills & Abilities
Community, Living & Infrastructure Control, Responsibility or Change Damage, Danger or Failure Adverbs & Adverbial Phrases
Science, Education & Exploration Creative Arts Equipment or Objects Hobbies, Leisure & Social Activities
Emotions & Feelings Live Events & Performances Personal Traits & Behaviors Evaluations & Qualities
Food & Senses Health & Medical Law & Crime Locations & Structures
Individuals & Social Dynamics Managing & Coping with Situations Geographical Features & Water Bodies Natural Phenomena & Human Impact
Style & Personal Presentation Human Impact, Resources & Sustainability Thinking, Understanding & Information Processing Ideas, Planning & Problem Solving
Interpersonal Communication Relationship Dynamics & Social Conduct Sports & Fitness Wildlife
Technology & Computing Time & Sequence Media & Content Movement & Physical Motion
Travel & Adventure Career & Business Environment Hiring & Employment Transitions