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invests

v.
B1 Intermediate US //ˌɪnˈvɛsts// UK //ɪnvˈɛsts// in·vests

v. to put money, time, or energy into something because you hope it will be successful later. You do this to get a profit or a good result in the future.

v. to commit capital, time, or effort to an enterprise or project with the expectation of achieving a profit or material result. Often followed by the preposition 'in'.


SIMPLE

She invests her savings in the stock market every month.

CONTEXTUAL

The local government invests heavily in public transport to reduce traffic congestion in the city center.

COMPLEX

A successful entrepreneur invests not only financial capital but also significant emotional energy into their ventures, recognizing that long-term growth requires sustained personal commitment.

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Usage

The verb is often used with the preposition 'in' before the object of the investment.

Pitfall

he invests on the companyhe invests in the companyThe verb 'invest' typically takes the preposition 'in' rather than 'on' when referring to the destination of the funds.

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