Collocation Dictionary
Common collocations with prime in American Collocation
prime
adjective
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.
These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
aim
Reduced energy consumption was one of the prime objectives of the project.
cause or reason
Human activities are the prime reason the world’s oceans have slowly warmed over the past 40 years.
thing considered important
Animal welfare and the enrichment of their lives will always be our organization’s prime concern.
thing concentrated on
These courses cover a wide range of language skills for non-native speakers, with the prime focus being on oral and writing skills.
thing providing information
They should therefore be considered prime sources for the military historian and author.
job or duty
The Air Force had the prime responsibility for UFO investigation.
importance
It is their editorial skills which are of prime importance when it comes to giving authors really practical help.
influence
He was the planner and prime mover in the military and diplomatic preparation for war.
job
The Wolves front line failed in its prime function of scoring goals.