Performing an Action (Of & Between): English Vocabulary List

to let something happen or exist

"This admits no excuse."

"The current situation admits of no further procrastination; we must act now."

to ask about what has happened or will happen to someone or something

"What will become of us now?"

"I wonder what has become of my childhood friend who moved abroad years ago."

to be formed from particular parts or things

"The team consists of five members."

"The committee will consist of ten members who will be elected by the board next week."

to take away or deny someone or something the possession or enjoyment of a particular thing

"Do not deprive yourself of sleep."

"The new law should not deprive citizens of their fundamental right to privacy and freedom of speech."

to selflessly contribute one's time, energy, etc. to a task or cause, typically for the benefit of others or a greater purpose

"Give of your time generously."

"The generous philanthropist gave of his time and money to help the poor and needy in his community."

to know about somebody or something because one has received information or news about them

"I have never heard of him."

"I have never heard of that band before but their music sounds really interesting and unique."

to be aware of someone or something and have some information about them, although the knowledge may be limited

"I know of that place."

"I do not know of any reason why the project would be delayed because everything seems to be on schedule."

to indicate, foretell, or suggest something

"Clouds speak of rain."

"The unusual atmospheric conditions and the darkening sky seem to speak of an impending significant weather change."

to be a cause or source of division or conflict between two or more parties

"Do not come between them."

"Do not let a small disagreement come between you and your best friend because your friendship is too valuable to lose."

to be in a confined area with little space between two objects or individuals

"He was sandwiched between two large men."

"The small shop was sandwiched between a large supermarket and a busy restaurant on the main street."

to acknowledge a specific concept, suggestion, or factor

"Did you think of that?"

"We need to think of innovative solutions to overcome the current economic challenges facing our community."