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Essential Vocabulary for TOEFL - Suggestions and Rules

Here you will learn some English words about suggestions and rules, such as "consult", "urge", "due", etc. that are needed for the TOEFL exam.

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Essential Words Needed for TOEFL
counseling

a process of providing guidance, support, and advice to someone facing personal, emotional, or psychological challenges

Ex: He decided to attend counseling to manage anxiety and develop coping strategies for better mental health .
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consultant

someone who gives professional advice on a given subject

Ex: As a healthcare consultant, his role involved offering specialized advice to hospitals and medical institutions on improving patient care and optimizing operational workflows .
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to consult

to seek information or advice from someone, especially before making a decision or doing something

Ex: Before starting the project , we should consult the project manager to clarify any uncertainties .
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proposal
proposal
[noun]

something suggested or put forward for consideration, such as an idea, plan, or assumption

Ex: They considered the proposal and offered feedback .
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proposition

a suggestion, plan, or proposal, especially in business or negotiation contexts

Ex: The board rejected the proposition as too risky .
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to challenge

to invite someone to compete or strongly suggest they should do something, often to test their abilities or encourage action

Ex: By this time , they have challenged each other in numerous debates .
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to put forward

to present an idea, suggestion, etc. to be discussed

Ex: The committee put forward new guidelines for remote work .
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to act on
to act on
[Verb]

to adjust one's actions or behavior based on specific information, ideas, or advice

Ex: Wise investors act on market trends and make informed decisions .
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to urge
to urge
[Verb]

to strongly recommend something

Ex: The professor urged reflection on historical events to better understand contemporary social issues .
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alternatively

as a second choice or another possibility

Ex: If the weather is unfavorable for outdoor activities , you can alternatively explore indoor entertainment options .
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feedback
feedback
[noun]

information, criticism, or advice about a person's performance, a new product, etc. intended for improvement

Ex: Feedback from the audience can help shape the performance .
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guidance
guidance
[noun]

help and advice about how to solve a problem, given by someone who is knowledgeable and experienced

Ex: The career counselor offered guidance to job seekers , assisting them with resume writing , interview skills , and job search strategies .
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to hint
to hint
[Verb]

to indirectly suggest something

Ex: The author skillfully hinted at the plot twist throughout the novel , keeping readers engaged until the surprising conclusion .
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to mentor
to mentor
[Verb]

to act as the supervisor or teacher of someone less experienced

Ex: The veteran musician offered to mentor the talented young singer , sharing knowledge about the music industry and performance techniques .
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to preach
to preach
[Verb]

to give advice to people about what they should or should not do in a way that might annoy or bore them

Ex: He annoyed his friends with his tendency to preach about the dangers of technology and social media , urging them to disconnect and live in the moment .
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due
due
[Adjective]

(of a payment, debt, etc.) scheduled or required to be paid immediately or at a specific time

Ex: The next installment for the project funding is due in two weeks .
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to permit
to permit
[Verb]

to allow something or someone to do something

Ex: The manager permits employees to take an extra break if needed .
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obligation

an action that one must perform because they are legally or morally forced to do so

Ex: Attending the meeting was not just a suggestion but an obligation for all department heads .
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forbidden
forbidden
[Adjective]

not permitted to be done

Ex: Exploring the forbidden forest was an exhilarating but risky endeavor for the adventurous hikers .
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to [be|feel] obliged {to do sth}

to have a moral duty or be forced to do a particular thing, often due to legal reasons

Ex: After receiving excellent service at the restaurant, she felt obliged to leave a generous tip to show her appreciation.
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to impose
to impose
[Verb]

to force someone to do what they do not want

Ex: Parents should guide and support rather than impose their career choices on their children .
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guideline
guideline
[noun]

a principle or instruction based on which a person should behave or act in a particular situation

Ex: The teacher provided clear guidelines for completing the research project , including deadlines and formatting requirements .
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regulation

a rule made by the government, an authority, etc. to control or govern something within a particular area

Ex: Environmental regulations limit the amount of pollutants that factories can release into the air and water .
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requirement

an activity or action that must be performed

Ex: The application includes a writing requirement.
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restriction

a rule or law that limits what one can do or the thing that can happen

Ex: The rental agreement included a restriction on subletting the apartment without the landlord 's approval .
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prohibition

an official rule or law that forbids something

Ex: The government announced a prohibition on imported goods .
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to prohibit

to formally forbid something from being done, particularly by law

Ex: The regulations prohibit parking in front of fire hydrants to ensure easy access for emergency vehicles .
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to observe

to comply with laws or regulations

Ex: The restaurant must observe food safety regulations to maintain hygiene standards and prevent foodborne illnesses .
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strictness

the quality or characteristic of being uncompromising in enforcing rules, regulations, or standards

Ex: Some admired his strictness, while others found it intimidating .
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necessity
necessity
[noun]

the fact that something must happen or is needed

Ex: The doctor explained the necessity of taking medication regularly .
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commitment

the state of being dedicated to someone or something

Ex: Volunteering at the shelter every weekend showed her deep commitment to helping those in need .
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compliance

the act of following rules or regulations

Ex: Healthcare professionals must ensure compliance with patient confidentiality laws to protect sensitive information .
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to violate

to disobey or break a regulation, an agreement, etc.

Ex: The organization was fined for violating data protection laws .
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