John Muir, a passionate naturalist, fought to create national parks, believing that nature can ACCOUNT FOR our peace and happiness. His efforts led to the establishment of Yosemite National Park. How can you contribute to preserving nature?
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Master English Phrasal Verbs
Phrasal Verb
ACCOUNT FOR
Definition
To explain the reason for something or to include in a total.
When to Use
- When discussing factors contributing to environmental changes.
- When explaining visitor statistics or park resources.
Study Method Proposal
- Listen and repeat the audio as many times as needed to improve your pronunciation
- Use the audio as a dictation exercise, trying to write what you hear and understand
- Create a new sentence following the structure of the example sentences
Examples in Context
• 1
Listen to example
National Parks ACCOUNT FOR a significant portion of biodiversity in the United States.
How National Parks Came to Be →• 2
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Researchers must ACCOUNT FOR climate change when studying wildlife in national parks.
How to Become a Hiker →• 3
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Visitor data shows that national parks ACCOUNT FOR millions of outdoor enthusiasts each year.
Bringing Animals Back to Life →Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
Explain Include
Antonyms
Neglect
Quick Check
Complete the sentence with the correct phrasal verb:
"Many visitors ___ the stunning landscapes when they visit national parks."
