IELTS Band 6-7 Core
ADVANCEDThis deck is designed for learners who already have strong, functional English but want to move beyond Band 6 and reach a solid Band 7 level. At this stage, the main goal is not learning basic grammar, but improving accuracy, clarity, and natural expression. Many students at Band 6 can communicate well, but still make small mistakes, use vague language, or struggle to connect ideas smoothly. This deck helps fix those problems. You will practise more advanced grammar structures in real sentence contexts, such as conditionals, passive forms, and complex sentence patterns. There is also a strong focus on choosing the right words, improving collocations, and avoiding overused or unclear vocabulary. A large part of the deck is based on real IELTS materials, including model Band 7 answers and common mistakes identified by examiners. You will work on error correction, improving cohesion, and using more precise and natural phrases in both speaking and writing. This deck is best for learners who feel stuck at Band 6 and want to sound more fluent, more accurate, and more confident, with clearer and better-organised ideas.
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252
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make a significant impact
make a significant impact
The programme is expected to make a significant impact on youth unemployment.
She has went to three different schools in the past two years.
She has went to three different schools in the past two years.
She has gone to three different schools in the past two years.
It's the lack of investment, not the policy itself, that has caused the problem.
It's the lack of investment, not the policy itself, that has caused the problem.
While that's a fair point, it doesn't necessarily mean the whole approach is wrong.
While that's a fair point, it doesn't necessarily mean the whole approach is wrong.
The new policy has exacerbated tensions between the two communities.
The new policy has exacerbated tensions between the two communities.
draw a conclusion
draw a conclusion
It is difficult to draw any firm conclusions from such limited data.
I have seen him yesterday at the market.
I have seen him yesterday at the market.
I saw him yesterday at the market.
Not only is the treatment expensive, it also has serious side effects.
Not only is the treatment expensive, it also has serious side effects.
To some extent, I agree, but there are important exceptions to consider.
To some extent, I agree, but there are important exceptions to consider.
Several measures have been introduced to mitigate the effects of air pollution.
Several measures have been introduced to mitigate the effects of air pollution.
raise awareness
raise awareness
The campaign was designed to raise awareness of mental health issues.
The government should do more efforts to reduce pollution.
The government should do more efforts to reduce pollution.
The government should make more effort to reduce pollution.
Had the government acted sooner, the crisis might have been avoided.
Had the government acted sooner, the crisis might have been avoided.
There's a tendency for people to underestimate the long-term consequences.
There's a tendency for people to underestimate the long-term consequences.
Corruption continues to undermine trust in public institutions.
Corruption continues to undermine trust in public institutions.
pose a threat
pose a threat
Antibiotic resistance poses a serious threat to global health.
It is generally widely considered by many people that social media is harmful.
It is generally widely considered by many people that social media is harmful.
It is widely considered that social media is harmful.
Having lived in several countries, she had a broad understanding of cultural differences.
Having lived in several countries, she had a broad understanding of cultural differences.
That said, the benefits may outweigh the drawbacks in many situations.
That said, the benefits may outweigh the drawbacks in many situations.
The report revealed a chronic shortage of affordable housing in the city.
The report revealed a chronic shortage of affordable housing in the city.
conduct research
conduct research
Scientists have been conducting research into the causes of the disease for over a decade.
The reason crime has increased is because unemployment has risen.
The reason crime has increased is because unemployment has risen.
The reason crime has increased is that unemployment has risen.
It is widely believed that diet has a significant effect on long-term health.
It is widely believed that diet has a significant effect on long-term health.
What I mean by that is it affects people differently depending on the context.
What I mean by that is it affects people differently depending on the context.
There is an inherent contradiction in demanding both lower taxes and better public services.
There is an inherent contradiction in demanding both lower taxes and better public services.
reach a consensus
reach a consensus
Negotiators were unable to reach a consensus on the key issues.
Scientists have discovered a massive amount of evidence for climate change.
Scientists have discovered a massive amount of evidence for climate change.
Scientists have gathered substantial evidence for climate change.
Concerns have been raised about the long-term sustainability of the programme.
Concerns have been raised about the long-term sustainability of the programme.
In most cases, this approach works well, though there are exceptions.
In most cases, this approach works well, though there are exceptions.
These policies tend to perpetuate inequality rather than reduce it.
These policies tend to perpetuate inequality rather than reduce it.
have a profound effect
have a profound effect
Early childhood experiences can have a profound effect on adult behaviour.
The city is very crowded. Furthermore, it has excellent public transport.
The city is very crowded. Furthermore, it has excellent public transport.
The city is very crowded. However, it has excellent public transport.
If they had invested in infrastructure earlier, the city would not be struggling now.
If they had invested in infrastructure earlier, the city would not be struggling now.
Even if that were true, it wouldn't justify the policy as a whole.
Even if that were true, it wouldn't justify the policy as a whole.
The new evidence consolidates the argument for earlier intervention.
The new evidence consolidates the argument for earlier intervention.
tackle a problem
tackle a problem
The government has pledged to tackle the problem of long-term unemployment.
The government introduced the policy but they didn't explain it properly.
The government introduced the policy but they didn't explain it properly.
The government introduced the policy but did not explain it properly.
The complexity of the issue makes it difficult to reach a simple conclusion.
The complexity of the issue makes it difficult to reach a simple conclusion.
It depends largely on the circumstances, but generally speaking...
It depends largely on the circumstances, but generally speaking...
Public trust in the media has declined significantly over the past decade.
Public trust in the media has declined significantly over the past decade.
take a toll on
take a toll on
Working long hours can take a toll on your physical and mental health.
Due to the fact that it was raining, the match was cancelled.
Due to the fact that it was raining, the match was cancelled.
Because it was raining, the match was cancelled.
While it is true that technology creates jobs, it also eliminates many others.
While it is true that technology creates jobs, it also eliminates many others.
The key point here is that access is not the same as quality.
The key point here is that access is not the same as quality.
The findings indicate that exercise has a positive effect on mental health.
The findings indicate that exercise has a positive effect on mental health.
play a crucial role
play a crucial role
Education plays a crucial role in reducing social inequality.
This has a big affect on the environment.
This has a big affect on the environment.
This has a significant effect on the environment.
The research, though limited in scope, provides valuable insight into the problem.
The research, though limited in scope, provides valuable insight into the problem.
To give you an example, in countries where this policy has been tested, outcomes improved.
To give you an example, in countries where this policy has been tested, outcomes improved.
The government has failed to address the underlying causes of poverty.
The government has failed to address the underlying causes of poverty.
address an issue
address an issue
The committee met to address the issue of rising housing costs.
The policy has made a lot of impact on local communities.
The policy has made a lot of impact on local communities.
The policy has had a significant impact on local communities.
Automation threatens many jobs. However, it creates new ones in the technology sector.
Automation threatens many jobs. However, it creates new ones in the technology sector.
It's worth noting that the situation varies considerably from country to country.
It's worth noting that the situation varies considerably from country to country.
Rising inequality poses a significant challenge to social cohesion.
Rising inequality poses a significant challenge to social cohesion.
bridge the gap
bridge the gap
More investment in education is needed to bridge the gap between rich and poor.
Many peoples believe that education is the key to success.
Many peoples believe that education is the key to success.
Many people believe that education is the key to success.
The programme, though well-intentioned, has had limited success so far.
The programme, though well-intentioned, has had limited success so far.
I take the point, but the evidence suggests a more complicated picture.
I take the point, but the evidence suggests a more complicated picture.
The decision had profound implications for the future of the industry.
The decision had profound implications for the future of the industry.
make a decision
make a decision
It can be difficult to make a decision when you don't have all the information.
She is interested about learning new languages.
She is interested about learning new languages.
She is interested in learning new languages.
Rarely do governments invest enough in preventive healthcare.
Rarely do governments invest enough in preventive healthcare.
This is not to say that technology is harmful — quite the opposite, in fact.
This is not to say that technology is harmful — quite the opposite, in fact.
Access to clean water remains a pressing concern in many regions.
Access to clean water remains a pressing concern in many regions.
meet a deadline
meet a deadline
The team worked through the weekend to meet the deadline.
The results depend of several external factors.
The results depend of several external factors.
The results depend on several external factors.
The number of people working from home has risen sharply in recent years.
The number of people working from home has risen sharply in recent years.
On balance, the advantages seem to outweigh the disadvantages.
On balance, the advantages seem to outweigh the disadvantages.
It is increasingly prevalent for young people to work remotely.
It is increasingly prevalent for young people to work remotely.
gain experience
gain experience
Volunteering abroad is a good way to gain experience in a new field.
Despite of the difficulties, they managed to complete the project.
Despite of the difficulties, they managed to complete the project.
Despite the difficulties, they managed to complete the project.
Both the economic and the social consequences of the policy must be considered.
Both the economic and the social consequences of the policy must be considered.
That might be true in some situations, but it doesn't apply universally.
That might be true in some situations, but it doesn't apply universally.
The new regulation is deeply rooted in concerns about public safety.
The new regulation is deeply rooted in concerns about public safety.
have access to
have access to
Not all students have equal access to quality education.
He doesn't agree with the decision and it upsets him deeply.
He doesn't agree with the decision and it upsets him deeply.
He disagrees with the decision, which upsets him deeply.
The longer the commute, the more stress employees experience.
The longer the commute, the more stress employees experience.
It's a complex issue, and I think the answer depends on several factors.
It's a complex issue, and I think the answer depends on several factors.
The issue of digital privacy remains highly contested among experts.
The issue of digital privacy remains highly contested among experts.
take responsibility for
take responsibility for
Companies must take responsibility for the environmental impact of their products.
There is too much informations available online.
There is too much informations available online.
There is too much information available online.
It was the introduction of smartphones, not the internet itself, that changed communication most.
It was the introduction of smartphones, not the internet itself, that changed communication most.
The evidence for this is mixed, but on the whole it seems to support the argument.
The evidence for this is mixed, but on the whole it seems to support the argument.
Many argue that the current approach is fundamentally flawed.
Many argue that the current approach is fundamentally flawed.
face a challenge
face a challenge
Developing countries face significant challenges in building healthcare infrastructure.
The new law will effect how businesses operate.
The new law will effect how businesses operate.
The new law will affect how businesses operate.
Carbon emissions continue to rise despite years of international agreements.
Carbon emissions continue to rise despite years of international agreements.
This is a widely held view, though it is not without its critics.
This is a widely held view, though it is not without its critics.
The study revealed mounting pressure on healthcare systems worldwide.
The study revealed mounting pressure on healthcare systems worldwide.
have a detrimental effect on
have a detrimental effect on
Excessive screen time can have a detrimental effect on children's sleep.
She works very good under pressure.
She works very good under pressure.
She works very well under pressure.
Only by investing in education can governments hope to reduce inequality in the long term.
Only by investing in education can governments hope to reduce inequality in the long term.
From my perspective, the benefits clearly outweigh the drawbacks.
From my perspective, the benefits clearly outweigh the drawbacks.
Globalisation has led to the homogenisation of many local cultures.
Globalisation has led to the homogenisation of many local cultures.
strike a balance
strike a balance
It is important to strike a balance between economic growth and environmental protection.
The team is working hardly to meet the deadline.
The team is working hardly to meet the deadline.
The team is working hard to meet the deadline.
The data suggests that urban populations are growing faster than rural ones.
The data suggests that urban populations are growing faster than rural ones.
To put it another way, the system rewards those who already have advantages.
To put it another way, the system rewards those who already have advantages.
The government has an acute awareness of the risks involved.
The government has an acute awareness of the risks involved.
come to a conclusion
come to a conclusion
After months of negotiation, the committee came to a conclusion.
The benefits of the scheme is well-documented.
The benefits of the scheme is well-documented.
The benefits of the scheme are well-documented.
Such is the scale of the problem that immediate action is required.
Such is the scale of the problem that immediate action is required.
It's not so much the cost that's the problem — it's the lack of transparency.
It's not so much the cost that's the problem — it's the lack of transparency.
The scheme has done little to alleviate the burden on low-income families.
The scheme has done little to alleviate the burden on low-income families.
put pressure on
put pressure on
Rising costs are putting increasing pressure on small businesses.
She suggested me to apply for the position.
She suggested me to apply for the position.
She suggested that I apply for the position.
The more we rely on technology, the less we develop our own problem-solving skills.
The more we rely on technology, the less we develop our own problem-solving skills.
All things considered, the policy has had more positive than negative outcomes.
All things considered, the policy has had more positive than negative outcomes.
The two sides have yet to reconcile their conflicting positions on the issue.
The two sides have yet to reconcile their conflicting positions on the issue.
take into account
take into account
Any effective solution must take local conditions into account.
The amount of cars on the road has increased dramatically.
The amount of cars on the road has increased dramatically.
The number of cars on the road has increased dramatically.
It is not the availability of information that is the problem, but how people interpret it.
It is not the availability of information that is the problem, but how people interpret it.
The issue is more nuanced than it first appears.
The issue is more nuanced than it first appears.
The economic crisis prompted a fundamental reassessment of government priorities.
The economic crisis prompted a fundamental reassessment of government priorities.
set a precedent
set a precedent
The court's ruling sets a dangerous precedent for future cases.
Despite she was tired, she continued working.
Despite she was tired, she continued working.
Despite being tired, she continued working.
No sooner had the announcement been made than protests broke out across the country.
No sooner had the announcement been made than protests broke out across the country.
Broadly speaking, wealthier countries have more resources to address these challenges.
Broadly speaking, wealthier countries have more resources to address these challenges.
Many rural communities remain largely overlooked in national policy discussions.
Many rural communities remain largely overlooked in national policy discussions.
lose sight of
lose sight of
We must not lose sight of the human cost of these economic decisions.
The researches show a clear link between diet and disease.
The researches show a clear link between diet and disease.
The research shows a clear link between diet and disease.
The growth in online shopping has been accompanied by a rise in packaging waste.
The growth in online shopping has been accompanied by a rise in packaging waste.
It's a reasonable argument, but I think it overlooks some important factors.
It's a reasonable argument, but I think it overlooks some important factors.
The programme has been instrumental in reducing youth unemployment in the region.
The programme has been instrumental in reducing youth unemployment in the region.
give rise to
give rise to
Rapid population growth has given rise to serious environmental concerns.
If I would have more time, I would study abroad.
If I would have more time, I would study abroad.
If I had more time, I would study abroad.
Governments are increasingly being called upon to regulate social media platforms.
Governments are increasingly being called upon to regulate social media platforms.
Having said that, the situation is more complicated than it might initially seem.
Having said that, the situation is more complicated than it might initially seem.
Rapid urbanisation has strained the capacity of existing infrastructure.
Rapid urbanisation has strained the capacity of existing infrastructure.
bear in mind
bear in mind
It is important to bear in mind that these figures represent only a small sample.
The economic growth. It has slowed significantly in recent years.
The economic growth. It has slowed significantly in recent years.
Economic growth has slowed significantly in recent years.
What is needed is not more legislation but more consistent enforcement.
What is needed is not more legislation but more consistent enforcement.
This raises an important question about who ultimately bears the cost.
This raises an important question about who ultimately bears the cost.
The two reports present divergent views on the causes of the financial crisis.
The two reports present divergent views on the causes of the financial crisis.
call into question
call into question
The new findings call into question the effectiveness of the existing treatment.
He is a person who he works very hard.
He is a person who he works very hard.
He is a person who works very hard.
Scarcely had the debate ended when a new controversy emerged.
Scarcely had the debate ended when a new controversy emerged.
In theory, the approach sounds effective, but in practice it faces serious obstacles.
In theory, the approach sounds effective, but in practice it faces serious obstacles.
Critics argue that the proposal is too ambitious and lacks adequate funding.
Critics argue that the proposal is too ambitious and lacks adequate funding.
shed light on
shed light on
The study sheds light on the relationship between stress and physical illness.
We discussed about the main issues facing the city.
We discussed about the main issues facing the city.
We discussed the main issues facing the city.
Were the government to invest more in public transport, congestion would fall significantly.
Were the government to invest more in public transport, congestion would fall significantly.
The extent to which this is true varies significantly depending on the context.
The extent to which this is true varies significantly depending on the context.
The legislation was designed to deter companies from engaging in price-fixing.
The legislation was designed to deter companies from engaging in price-fixing.
contribute to a problem
contribute to a problem
Several factors contribute to the growing problem of urban congestion.
The politician which made the speech was well received.
The politician which made the speech was well received.
The politician who made the speech was well received.
Not until the results were published did the extent of the problem become clear.
Not until the results were published did the extent of the problem become clear.
I would argue that the long-term costs far outweigh the short-term gains.
I would argue that the long-term costs far outweigh the short-term gains.
A lack of transparency continues to erode public confidence in the system.
A lack of transparency continues to erode public confidence in the system.
achieve a goal
achieve a goal
The team worked together to achieve their long-term goals.
The children were told to find informations about their local area.
The children were told to find informations about their local area.
The children were told to find information about their local area.
Seldom has a government faced such a difficult combination of challenges simultaneously.
Seldom has a government faced such a difficult combination of challenges simultaneously.
It is hard to overstate the importance of early intervention in these cases.
It is hard to overstate the importance of early intervention in these cases.
The findings challenge the assumption that economic growth always reduces poverty.
The findings challenge the assumption that economic growth always reduces poverty.
spark a debate
spark a debate
The study has sparked a major debate about the ethics of genetic engineering.
She is very used to work late on Fridays.
She is very used to work late on Fridays.
She is very used to working late on Fridays.
The greater the investment in early education, the stronger the long-term economic outcomes.
The greater the investment in early education, the stronger the long-term economic outcomes.
There is a risk that the economy may collapse if nothing is done.
There is a risk that the economy may collapse if nothing is done.
The two countries have maintained an uneasy relationship for decades.
The two countries have maintained an uneasy relationship for decades.
have implications for
have implications for
This decision has serious implications for the future of public healthcare.
The number of students who drop out have increased this year.
The number of students who drop out have increased this year.
The number of students who drop out has increased this year.
It is essential that governments act swiftly to prevent further environmental damage.
It is essential that governments act swiftly to prevent further environmental damage.
As things stand, the situation is unlikely to improve without significant reform.
As things stand, the situation is unlikely to improve without significant reform.
The policy has been largely effective in curbing illegal immigration.
The policy has been largely effective in curbing illegal immigration.
reach a compromise
reach a compromise
After weeks of negotiation, both sides were finally able to reach a compromise.
He was born in a small village at the north of Spain.
He was born in a small village at the north of Spain.
He was born in a small village in the north of Spain.
The decision, once made, proved extremely difficult to reverse.
The decision, once made, proved extremely difficult to reverse.
This is particularly true in the case of developing nations.
This is particularly true in the case of developing nations.
There is a growing consensus that mental health deserves the same attention as physical health.
There is a growing consensus that mental health deserves the same attention as physical health.
pose a risk
pose a risk
Inadequate safety measures pose a significant risk to workers in the industry.
It is important that every citizen knows their rights.
It is important that every citizen knows their rights.
It is important that every citizen know their rights.
Not since the 1970s has unemployment risen so sharply in so short a time.
Not since the 1970s has unemployment risen so sharply in so short a time.
By the same token, we cannot ignore the social consequences of this approach.
By the same token, we cannot ignore the social consequences of this approach.
The long-term viability of the project depends on sustained government support.
The long-term viability of the project depends on sustained government support.
reap the benefits
reap the benefits
Countries that invested in renewable energy early are now beginning to reap the benefits.
The company invested on new technology to improve efficiency.
The company invested on new technology to improve efficiency.
The company invested in new technology to improve efficiency.
The consequences of inaction are likely to be felt for generations to come.
The consequences of inaction are likely to be felt for generations to come.
Whether or not this is the right approach remains open to debate.
Whether or not this is the right approach remains open to debate.
The relationship between poverty and crime is well-established, though the direction of causality is debated.
The relationship between poverty and crime is well-established, though the direction of causality is debated.
overcome a barrier
overcome a barrier
Many students from disadvantaged backgrounds struggle to overcome the barriers to higher education.
She explained me the process step by step.
She explained me the process step by step.
She explained the process to me step by step.
Assuming that the trend continues, the population will double within thirty years.
Assuming that the trend continues, the population will double within thirty years.
It could be argued that the benefits of this policy have been overstated.
It could be argued that the benefits of this policy have been overstated.
The government's response to the crisis has been widely criticised as inadequate.
The government's response to the crisis has been widely criticised as inadequate.
draw attention to
draw attention to
The report draws attention to the growing gap between rich and poor.
These kind of problems are very difficult to solve.
These kind of problems are very difficult to solve.
This kind of problem is very difficult to solve.
There are those who argue that stricter regulation would stifle innovation.
There are those who argue that stricter regulation would stifle innovation.
The root cause of the problem lies not in individual behaviour but in systemic inequality.
The root cause of the problem lies not in individual behaviour but in systemic inequality.
The disparity in income between the richest and poorest households has widened considerably.
The disparity in income between the richest and poorest households has widened considerably.
be subject to
be subject to
All employees are subject to the same rules and regulations.
He suggested that we should to go to the meeting early.
He suggested that we should to go to the meeting early.
He suggested that we go to the meeting early.
The policy, if implemented correctly, could significantly reduce carbon emissions.
The policy, if implemented correctly, could significantly reduce carbon emissions.
The scale of the problem should not be underestimated.
The scale of the problem should not be underestimated.
A sustainable approach to development must account for future generations.
A sustainable approach to development must account for future generations.
widen the gap
widen the gap
Without targeted intervention, existing inequalities are likely to widen the gap between rich and poor.
The staff are requested to not use their phones during meetings.
The staff are requested to not use their phones during meetings.
The staff are requested not to use their phones during meetings.
What remains unclear is whether the benefits will outweigh the considerable costs.
What remains unclear is whether the benefits will outweigh the considerable costs.
What is often overlooked is the role that local communities play in addressing this issue.
What is often overlooked is the role that local communities play in addressing this issue.
The evidence overwhelmingly supports the conclusion that smoking causes cancer.
The evidence overwhelmingly supports the conclusion that smoking causes cancer.
carry out a study
carry out a study
Researchers carried out a study into the long-term effects of sleep deprivation.
She is one of the students who studies the hardest in the class.
She is one of the students who studies the hardest in the class.
She is one of the students who study the hardest in the class.
Under no circumstances should personal data be shared without the user's explicit consent.
Under no circumstances should personal data be shared without the user's explicit consent.
This is, of course, a simplification — the reality is considerably more complex.
This is, of course, a simplification — the reality is considerably more complex.
The success of the scheme is contingent on the cooperation of local authorities.
The success of the scheme is contingent on the cooperation of local authorities.
raise a concern
raise a concern
Several members of the committee raised concerns about the safety of the new procedure.
The media has a tendency of sensationalising stories to attract viewers.
The media has a tendency of sensationalising stories to attract viewers.
The media has a tendency to sensationalise stories to attract viewers.
The question is not whether this will happen, but when.
The question is not whether this will happen, but when.
Critics contend that the proposed reforms will do little to address structural inequality.
Critics contend that the proposed reforms will do little to address structural inequality.
run the risk of
run the risk of
Ignoring the warning signs runs the risk of making the situation considerably worse.
Both of the options have their own advantages and disadvantages.
Both of the options have their own advantages and disadvantages.
Both options have their own advantages and disadvantages.
There is no easy answer here, but that is precisely why the issue deserves serious attention.
There is no easy answer here, but that is precisely why the issue deserves serious attention.
The transition to renewable energy will inevitably involve short-term economic costs.
The transition to renewable energy will inevitably involve short-term economic costs.
have a bearing on
have a bearing on
Cultural background can have a significant bearing on how individuals respond to stress.
The policy makers must to consider the long-term consequences of their decisions.
The policy makers must to consider the long-term consequences of their decisions.
The policy makers must consider the long-term consequences of their decisions.
It is perhaps too early to draw firm conclusions, but the initial signs are encouraging.
It is perhaps too early to draw firm conclusions, but the initial signs are encouraging.
The proliferation of misinformation online poses a serious threat to public discourse.
The proliferation of misinformation online poses a serious threat to public discourse.
bring about change
bring about change
Education alone is unlikely to bring about the level of change needed to address inequality.
He was congratulated for his work by the teacher.
He was congratulated for his work by the teacher.
He was congratulated by the teacher for his work.
One could make the case that the current approach does more harm than good.
One could make the case that the current approach does more harm than good.
The policy has done little to incentivise businesses to reduce their carbon footprint.
The policy has done little to incentivise businesses to reduce their carbon footprint.
come under scrutiny
come under scrutiny
The company's hiring practices have come under increasing scrutiny in recent months.
The government's new housing plan is aimed to reduce homelessness by 2030.
The government's new housing plan is aimed to reduce homelessness by 2030.
The government's new housing plan is aimed at reducing homelessness by 2030.
This is not a new problem, but it has become considerably more urgent in recent years.
This is not a new problem, but it has become considerably more urgent in recent years.
Climate change is a complex phenomenon that demands immediate and coordinated action.
Climate change is a complex phenomenon that demands immediate and coordinated action.
fall short of
fall short of
The government's response fell short of what was needed to address the housing crisis.
Despite the fact of being expensive, the treatment is widely recommended.
Despite the fact of being expensive, the treatment is widely recommended.
Despite being expensive, the treatment is widely recommended.
The evidence points in one direction, even if the conclusions remain contested.
The evidence points in one direction, even if the conclusions remain contested.
The policy has been criticised for being too narrow in its scope.
The policy has been criticised for being too narrow in its scope.
make a case for
make a case for
The report makes a compelling case for greater investment in public transport.
She is used to live in cold climates after spending years in Scandinavia.
She is used to live in cold climates after spending years in Scandinavia.
She is used to living in cold climates after spending years in Scandinavia.
Ultimately, this comes down to a question of priorities.
Ultimately, this comes down to a question of priorities.
The report highlights a stark contrast between living standards in urban and rural areas.
The report highlights a stark contrast between living standards in urban and rural areas.
take effect
take effect
The new regulations will take effect from the beginning of next year.
The minister, together with several advisers, were present at the meeting.
The minister, together with several advisers, were present at the meeting.
The minister, together with several advisers, was present at the meeting.
The two positions are not mutually exclusive — both can be true simultaneously.
The two positions are not mutually exclusive — both can be true simultaneously.
The government has pledged to tackle the systemic issues that drive long-term unemployment.
The government has pledged to tackle the systemic issues that drive long-term unemployment.
stem from
stem from
Many of the region's economic problems stem from decades of underinvestment in infrastructure.
In my opinion, I think that further research is needed before any decision is made.
In my opinion, I think that further research is needed before any decision is made.
I think that further research is needed before any decision is made.
The new framework is intended to foster greater collaboration between public and private sectors.
The new framework is intended to foster greater collaboration between public and private sectors.
The proposal was meet with strong opposition from local residents.
The proposal was meet with strong opposition from local residents.
The proposal was met with strong opposition from local residents.
Many experts view the current situation as an opportunity to reshape the economy.
Many experts view the current situation as an opportunity to reshape the economy.
There are less opportunities for young people in rural areas than in cities.
There are less opportunities for young people in rural areas than in cities.
There are fewer opportunities for young people in rural areas than in cities.
The lack of regulation has allowed harmful practices to flourish largely unchecked.
The lack of regulation has allowed harmful practices to flourish largely unchecked.
The increasing of global temperatures is one of the most pressing issues of our time.
The increasing of global temperatures is one of the most pressing issues of our time.
The increase in global temperatures is one of the most pressing issues of our time.
The initiative seeks to empower local communities to take control of their own development.
The initiative seeks to empower local communities to take control of their own development.
He denied to have taken the money from the account.
He denied to have taken the money from the account.
He denied having taken the money from the account.
Rapid technological change has rendered many traditional skills obsolete.
Rapid technological change has rendered many traditional skills obsolete.
The majority of young people nowadays prefer to spend their free time on the internet rather than to go outside.
The majority of young people nowadays prefer to spend their free time on the internet rather than to go outside.
The majority of young people nowadays prefer to spend their free time on the internet rather than go outside.
The referendum result was ambiguous and open to multiple interpretations.
The referendum result was ambiguous and open to multiple interpretations.
Critics claim the government has been too lenient in its approach to corporate taxation.
Critics claim the government has been too lenient in its approach to corporate taxation.
The organisation has been at the forefront of efforts to combat online fraud.
The organisation has been at the forefront of efforts to combat online fraud.