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Some more examples with collocations
Adjective + smoker:
- heavy smoker
- inveterate smoker
- lifelong smoker
- habitual smoker
to smoke + Object:
- to smoke pipe
- to smoke cigarette
- to smoke marijuana
- to smoke cigar
hot + Noun:
- hot water
- hot day
- hot iron
- hot coffee
Noun + shop:
- gift shop
- coffee shop
- repair shop
- barber shop
memory + Verb + [s]:
- memory fades
- memory fails
- memory serves
- memory remains
[to] Verb [a/the] light:
- to throw the light
- to see the light
- to shed the light
- to reflect the light
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Collocations for «computer»Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word «computer» in context. WordReference English Collocations © 2023 computerⓘMost examples are given in US English. We have labeled exceptions as UK. n
n as adj
‘computer‘ also found in these entries (note: many are not synonyms or translations): |
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a machine that stores and processes information in electronic form
Adjectives frequently used with computer
powerful: fast, powerfulYou need a fast computer to enjoy this game.connected to the internet: connected, internet-connected, internet-enabled, wirelessEnsure that internet-connected computers are equipped with anti-virus software.designed to be used in the home or office: desktop, home, personalChildren with access to a home computer do better at school.with special features: multimedia, touch-screenTouch-screen computers enhance the visitor experience.small and portable: handheld, laptop, netbook, palmtop, portableIncreasingly the division between mobile devices and handheld computers is being blurred.
Verbs frequently used with computer
start a computer: boot up, log onto, reboot, restart, start up, switch on, switch onAt the end of the installation you have to restart your computer.stop using a computer: log off, shut down, switch offAlways be sure to shut down your computer properly at the end of the day.use a computer: access, operate, run, useChildren can touch the screen to operate the computer.
When someone is using a computer, you can say that they are doing something on a/the computer: For most of the lesson the children were working on the computer.
connect computers: connect, link, networkAll students are provided with a networked personal computer.prepare a computer: configure, programWe supply, install, and configure computers.infect/protect a computer: infect, protectThis virus could infect your computer and cause it to malfunction.buy a more modern computer: upgradeI can’t afford to upgrade my computer.
Verbs that frequently follow computer
work: process, run, workI have a new hard drive and my computer is running really well now.stop working: be down, crash, freeze, go downPlease could you call back later? All our computers are down.
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