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Verb-noun list for nominalisation lesson (Reading, Theme 2, p. 23)
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Verb
accept
amplify
arrive
Noun
acceptance
Sentence Examples
She accepted what happened. This made it easier to deal with
the problem.
Her acceptance of what happened made it easier to deal with
the problem.
amplification Technology can amplify knowledge. This can lead to more
productivity.
arrival
The amplification of knowledge by technology can lead to more
productivity.
The arrival of the internet in people's life has changed many
things.
Khalid arrived to my house before the weekend. This was not
expected.
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back up
connect
backup
connection
I backed up the files I have on my PC. It will protect sensitive
data.
The backup of the information by the technicians was to protect
it from viruses.
The mobile phone connects to the server. It is how you can
browse the internet on the mobile phone.
The connection of evidence to the crime by the police helped
find the killer.
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design
design
I designed the book cover. It was accepted by the publisher.
The design printed on my shirt is by my cousin.
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die
death
The scientist died in 2009 in a car accident. This was shocking to
many people.
The death of the little dog upset the little boy a lot.
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discover
discovery
A giant dinosaur's skeleton was discovered in Texas. It led to
further excavations in the area.
The discovery of fire by the human being was one of the
greatest accomplishments.
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fail
failure
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The team failed in the world cup. It made them lose support
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from many companies.
The failure of the technician in finding the problem with the
computer meant that we had to buy a new one.
10 fly
11 invent
12 launch
13 mix
flight
The plane flew from Oman to New York. It was a tiring journey.
invention
The flight we took to London on Gulf Air was uncomfortable.
I invited friends to dinner. It was made by sending a message.
launch
The invitation she sent to me last week has not arrived yet.
We launched a new programme. It was very successful.
mixture
The launch of the new product by the company was
broadcasted live on TV.
We mixed salt, lemon juice and vinegar. This was used for the
salad.
My mixture of different colours resulted in spoiling the painting.
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15 publish
production
publication
The company produces soap and shampoo. It is sold all over the
wold.
Bahrain's production of petrochemical is used in different
industries.
We publish new titles every year. It is important to compete in
the market.
The publication of Harry Potter by J. K. Rowling made her very
rich and famous.
Dr Lamya Alkooheji, UoB