Collocation Mini-Lessons

Data & Analysis

Lesson 37  ·  Professional & Workplace

B1 – B2

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General Casual News Professional Workplace
4 phrases  ·  5 example sentences each  ·  See how each phrase is used across different real-world contexts.

1 collect data
Example Sentences
  • Before drawing any conclusions, you need to collect enough data to support them.General
  • They've been collecting data on this for years — when are they going to do something with it?Casual
  • Researchers collected data from over ten thousand participants across twelve countries.News
  • The analytics team collected data from multiple sources before beginning the assessment.Professional
  • Staff use handheld scanners to collect data on stock levels throughout the shift.Workplace
2 analyze data
Example Sentences
  • Knowing how to analyze data is becoming one of the most valuable skills in almost any field.General
  • I've been analyzing the data all morning and something doesn't add up.Casual
  • Scientists are analyzing data from the Mars rover to look for signs of ancient water.News
  • The team analyzed data from the past three years to identify patterns in customer behavior.Professional
  • The quality control team analyzes data from each production run to detect any anomalies.Workplace
3 examine data
Example Sentences
  • It's always worth examining the data carefully before jumping to a conclusion.General
  • Have you actually examined the data, or are you just going on gut feeling?Casual
  • An independent body was appointed to examine data related to the electoral process.News
  • The finance team examined the data and identified a significant discrepancy in the figures.Professional
  • The technician examined the data from the machine's sensors before signing off on the report.Workplace
4 review data
Example Sentences
  • Reviewing your data regularly helps you catch mistakes before they become serious problems.General
  • I need to review the data again — I think I may have missed something earlier.Casual
  • The committee reviewed data from all thirty-two regional health authorities before making its recommendation.News
  • All data must be reviewed and approved by a senior analyst before being submitted to the client.Professional
  • The supervisor reviews shift data every morning to assess the previous day's performance.Workplace
Bonus

draw insights from data