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Formal expressions for professional contexts

daily-life B2

employ a strategy

Learn how to use the formal expression 'employ a strategy' to describe planning and executing a method to achieve a specific goal.
food-cooking C1

emulsify the sauce

Master the formal culinary term 'emulsify the sauce' to describe the process of blending oil and water-based liquids into a smooth mixture.
daily-life B2

encounter difficulties

Learn how to use the formal phrase 'encounter difficulties' to describe facing unexpected problems or obstacles.
daily-life B2

encourage active participation

Discover how to use 'encourage active participation' to describe motivating people to get involved and contribute.
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daily-life B2

engage in conversation

Discover how to use the formal phrase 'engage in conversation' in English. Master its meaning, practice with examples, and learn common mistakes.
daily-life B2

enforce the law

Understand the formal English phrase 'enforce the law.' Learn how to use it in daily life, see natural examples, and avoid common errors.
daily-life B2

enhance your performance

Learn the formal English collocation 'enhance your performance.' Improve your vocabulary with natural examples, explanations, and practice exercises.
daily-life B2

ensure safety

Learn how to use the formal expression 'ensure safety' in English. Improve your daily life vocabulary with natural examples and practice.
daily-life B2

enter into an agreement

Understand the formal expression 'enter into an agreement'. Discover how to use it in daily life and business contexts with examples.
daily-life B2

entitle you to a discount

Discover the meaning of 'entitle you to a discount' and how to use this formal English expression in shopping and business contexts.
food-cooking C1

epicurean tastes

Learn the formal C1 phrase "epicurean tastes" to describe someone who appreciates high-quality, luxurious food and drink.
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entertainment C1

escapist entertainment

Learn the meaning of 'escapist entertainment' and how to describe movies, books, or games designed to help people forget real-world worries and anxiety.
daily-life B2

establish a business

Master the formal expression 'establish a business' to describe starting, founding, or setting up a company. Learn correct prepositions and natural usage.
business C1

exacerbate the problem

Learn how to use 'exacerbate the problem' in professional contexts to describe actions that make an already bad situation worse. Perfect for business emails and reports.
business C1

exacerbate the situation

Master the C1 business expression 'exacerbate the situation'. Learn how to formally describe making a bad situation worse with natural examples and clear explanations.
travel C1

executive lounge

Discover what an executive lounge is, who can access it, and how to use this formal travel term in business and luxury travel contexts.
entertainment B2

executive producer

Learn what an executive producer does in film and television, with examples of how to use this professional industry term.
relationships C1

exercise extreme caution

Learn the formal expression 'exercise extreme caution' to describe acting with immense care and alertness in sensitive relationship dynamics.
relationships C1

exhibit a childish outburst

Understand 'exhibit a childish outburst', a formal way to describe an immature emotional reaction. Master its usage with our guide.
travel B2

exit visa

Learn what an exit visa is, when it is required, and how to use this travel term correctly in formal contexts.