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10.3  Odd One Out

 

In this exercise, you'll see four example sentences for each word. Only three of them are correct. Try to click on these three correct sentences and avoid the 'odd one out'.

 

outcome

 

Given the complexity of the issues, the outcome of her research was rather predictable – more research needed!

No matter what the outcome of the election is, one thing is sure: there won’t be any significant change in foreign policy.

What outcomes did you get in the test? Did you at least pass?

We measured the economic outcomes of three forms of investment over a 10-year period.

 

allocate

 

Tickets for the end-of-semester party will be allocated on a first-come-first-served basis, so please don’t delay or you could miss out on the best event of the year.


The company regularly allocates 50 % of its annual profits to research and development in order to maintain its technological advantage.

Each participant in the research study was allocated an access number to allow them to receive up-to-date information from the system at any time.

Unfortunately, Professor Chambers was unable to attend the conference, so he allocated his assistant, also a well-known expert in the field.

 

 

prior

 

I was so disappointed to have missed her class. I wish I’d known about it prior.

He’d held a number of research posts prior to his appointment to a lecturer position.

Prior to coming in contact with any foodstuffs, it’s vital that all staff wash their hands thoroughly with the anti-bacterial soap provided.

Visits to the laboratory are welcome on prior arrangement with the university.

 

undertake


 You should never undertake electrical repairs yourself as this is one of the major causes of serious injuries in the home.

The university has recently undertaken a substantial expansion programme, in partnership with the local community.

The research paper provides students with an opportunity to undertake an in-depth study of a relevant topic.

The recent scandal undertook a great deal of damage to the University’s reputation.

   

assess

 

The main purpose of the project is to assess the effectiveness of the programme and any financial risks involved.

The research projects are directly assessed by their tutor and full feedback is given to the students on their strengths and weakness.

Can you assess if the door is locked before you leave? Just give it a quick pull.

My first objective will be to assess any progress made since my last visit 6 months ago.

 

eliminate

 

The development of online services has eliminated the need for much time-consuming and expensive paperwork and meetings.

We’ll need to eliminate the old photocopier to make space for the new one.

It’s hoped that a more complete testing programme will eliminate – or at least greatly reduce - drug-taking within the sport.

With the complete automation of the process the risk of human error has been effectively eliminated.


endeavour


  

We’ve agreed to endeavour the new programme with a view to replacing our current one if the performance proves to be as good as the manufacturers claim.

Our local manager will endeavour to provide a full service despite the difficult conditions.

The company endeavours to despatch all orders within 24 hours of receipt.

The experts endeavoured to identify the cause of the problem for several days without any success.

  

occur

 

The company is not liable for any damage which might occur through the misuse of this product.

If any change occurs during the next few hours, please inform me immediately.

What’s occurred to my office? It was perfectly tidy when I left on Friday.

Unfortunately, failures occurred in the manufacturing process which meant that the products sold to the public were not entirely safe.

 

 

 

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Materials by Martin McMorrow, Massey University Auckland.