Synonyms
is called = _____ as
known
wooden
Alex's electricity was cut _____ because he forgot to pay the bill.
off
A lorry had _____ down on the motorway and we had to wait for over an hour.
broken
I can't wait to see you. (forward)
I look forward to seeing you.
intend to = _____ to
plan
The old astronomer patiently made his (observe) and wrote down what he saw.
observation
Wear a mask because these chemicals give _____ fumes that can be harmful.
off
I have _____ it down to two computer games, but I still can't make up my mind.
narrowed
Communication changed completely when the telephone was introduced. (with)
Communication changed completely with the introduction of the telephone.
caused = _____ in
resulted
(research) have announced that a major breakthrough has been made
Researchers
The researchers have come _____ the conclusion that your personality is affected by your genes.
to
The scientists are trying to _____ out ways to reduce pollution from aircraft.
work
Dr Frankenstein was finally successful in bringing the monster to life. (managed)
Dr Frankenstein finally managed to bring the monster to life.
thinking of = taking into _____
consideration
I'm planning to train as a (psychology) when I grow up.
psychologist
Many lives were saved _____ the introduction of antibiotics.
with
Who _____ up with the idea of the ball-point pen?
came
Einstein eventually realised that he was wrong. (conclusion)
Einstein eventually came/reached to the conclusion that he was wrong.
succeeded in = _____ to
managed
importance
in
No wonder the vacuum cleaner isn't working. You haven't _____ it in!
plugged
Our physics teacher made an attempt to explain the Theory of Relativity.