Set 2
implement
initiate
maintain
monitor
revise
resolve
streamline
verify
adjust
modify
Set 2
11. implement
Meaning: To put a plan, rule, system, or idea into action.
When we use it: Use it when something moves from planning to actually being used.
How we use it: implement a plan / implement changes / implement a system
Example:
The school implemented a new reading program.
12. initiate
Meaning: To begin or start something.
When we use it: Use it when someone starts a process, conversation, change, or action.
How we use it: initiate a conversation / initiate a process / initiate a change
Example:
She initiated the conversation about improving the schedule.
13. maintain
Meaning: To keep something at the same level, condition, or quality.
When we use it: Use it when something needs to stay steady or continue over time.
How we use it: maintain quality / maintain contact / maintain control
Example:
The team worked hard to maintain high standards.
14. monitor
Meaning: To watch, check, or track something over time.
When we use it: Use it when checking progress, results, behavior, or changes.
How we use it: monitor progress / monitor results / monitor the situation
Example:
The nurse monitored the patient’s blood pressure.
15. revise
Meaning: To change or improve something.
When we use it: Use it when editing writing, plans, instructions, or documents.
How we use it: revise a draft / revise a plan / revise instructions
Example:
She revised the paragraph to make it clearer.
16. resolve
Meaning: To solve, fix, or settle something.
When we use it: Use it when a problem, issue, or disagreement is handled successfully.
How we use it: resolve an issue / resolve a conflict / resolve the problem
Example:
They resolved the misunderstanding before the meeting ended.
17. streamline
Meaning: To make a process simpler, smoother, or more efficient.
When we use it: Use it when removing extra steps or making work easier.
How we use it: streamline a process / streamline work / streamline communication
Example:
The new form helped streamline the application process.
18. verify
Meaning: To check and confirm that something is true, correct, or accurate.
When we use it: Use it when confirming facts, dates, names, numbers, or details.
How we use it: verify information / verify details / verify the answer
Example:
Please verify the address before sending the package.
19. adjust
Meaning: To make a small change.
When we use it: Use it when changing something slightly to make it better, easier, or more suitable.
How we use it: adjust the schedule / adjust the settings / adjust your approach
Example:
We adjusted the schedule to give students more time.
20. modify
Meaning: To change something, usually to improve it or fit a specific need.
When we use it: Use it when changing a plan, lesson, document, design, or method.
How we use it: modify a plan / modify a lesson / modify the design
Example:
The teacher modified the activity for advanced students.
