collect

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Collect' is when you assemble things or information together. Like collecting data for a research project or combining your thoughts before a big presentation.

Examples in Different Contexts

In finance, 'collect' often refers to the act of gathering owed money. An accountant might say, 'We need to collect outstanding payments from several clients before the fiscal year-end.'

Practice Scenarios

Tech

Scenario:

To improve our software, we need further comprehension of user behavior. Their inputs could provide invaluable insights.

Response:

We need to collect substantial data from user interactions to derive meaningful insights.

Impact

Scenario:

Our environmental campaign could use more support. We're sending a call out to anyone able to contribute.

Response:

I agree, we should spread the word and collect donations to support the campaign.