Necessary Verbs: English Vocabulary List

to examine or study something in detail in order to explain or understand it

"The scientist will analyze the data."

"The scientist spent months analyzing the data collected during the experiment to draw meaningful conclusions."

to intentionally stay away from or refuse contact with someone

"You should avoid processed foods."

"To avoid traffic congestion you should leave for the airport at least two hours before your flight departure time."

to make something happen, usually something bad

"Smoking can cause serious lung cancer."

"The heavy rain may cause flooding in low lying areas near the river."

to have power over a person, company, country, etc. and to decide how things should be done

"Learn to control your emotions."

"The new software helps drivers control their vehicle's speed and maintain a safe distance from other cars."

to be based on or related with different things that are possible

"Success depends on effort."

"The success of the project will depend on the team's ability to collaborate effectively and meet all deadlines."

to cause damage to something in a way that it no longer exists, works, etc.

"He destroys the old documents completely."

"The powerful earthquake managed to destroy hundreds of old buildings in the city center."

to have actual presence or reality, even if no one is thinking about it or noticing it

"Dinosaurs existed a very long time ago."

"Many people still wonder whether intelligent life could exist on other planets."

to give someone a sign of welcoming or a polite word when meeting them

"He will greet the guests warmly."

"It is polite to greet your neighbors when you see them in the hallway or on the street."

to do something for a special reason

"He will act now."

"The politician decided to act decisively to address the growing public concern."

to cause a change in a person, thing, etc.

"Rain will affect picnic."

"The new government policy is expected to affect millions of low income families who rely on public assistance programs for food and housing support."

to formally request something, such as a place at a university, a job, etc.

"Apply for the job online."

"She decided to apply for the management position because she felt she had the necessary qualifications and experience."

to make plans for a future event

"We arrange the party."

"She will arrange a meeting with the stakeholders to discuss the project's future."

to get more points, votes, etc. than the other side, in a game, race, competition, etc. and win

"Our team will beat them."

"The underdog team managed to beat the reigning champions in a thrilling final match."

to act in a particular way

"Children behave well at school today."

"Parents expect their children to behave politely in public places by not shouting running around or disturbing other people who are nearby."

to exhale forcefully through the mouth

"Blow out the candle."

"He had to blow with all his might to extinguish the stubborn flames."

to cook food in very hot water

"Boil water for the pasta."

"You need to boil the water before adding the pasta because cold water will make the noodles stick together."

to be on fire and be destroyed by it

"The house will burn."

"Do not leave the candles burning when you leave the room because they could cause a serious fire that might destroy your entire house."

to gather together things from different places or people

"She collects stamps as a hobby."

"She loves to collect rare stamps from different countries as a hobby."

to join two or more things together

"Connect the wires."

"The technician will connect the new server to the existing network infrastructure."

to think about something carefully before making a decision or forming an opinion

"Consider all options before deciding."

"Before making a final decision please consider all the possible consequences of your actions carefully."

to put something over something else in a way that hides or protects it

"She covers the food with foil."

"Please cover the leftover food with plastic wrap before putting it in the refrigerator."

to change and become stronger or more advanced

"Children develop new skills quickly."

"Children develop language skills at different rates so parents should not worry if their child speaks later than others."

to take out the liquid from something in a way that it is not wet anymore

"I dry my wet clothes."

"You should hang your wet clothes outside to dry under the warm sun."

to think or believe that it is possible for something to happen or for someone to do something

"I expect you to arrive on time."

"You should expect some delays due to the heavy snow that fell overnight on the highways."

to show or make a thought, feeling, etc. known by looks, words, or actions

"Learn to express your feelings clearly."

"Art allows people to express their emotions and ideas without using words which can be very liberating."

to take part in a violent physical action against someone

"They fight bravely."

"The soldiers were trained to fight effectively against overwhelming enemy forces."

to repair something that is broken

"He fixes the broken chair today."

"The mechanic promised to fix my car's engine problem by Friday afternoon."

to complete or conduct a task, job, etc.

"They carry out the plan carefully."

"The scientist needed special permission to carry out his dangerous experiment safely."

to search for something or someone

"I look for my keys."

"She had to look for her lost dog in the entire neighborhood."

to cause something to come to an end or prevent it from happening

"Please stop the music."

"The teacher had to stop the students from talking during the exam."

to no longer be able to be seen

"The sun disappears at night completely."

"The magician made the rabbit disappear from the hat with a clever trick."

to give a name to something or someone

"Name the dog please."

"The proud parents decided to name their newborn baby after his grandfather."