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strong evidence — clear proof

collocationB2IELTS 6+neutralcommon

facts or information that clearly show something is true or correct.

Say it like a native

Textbook There is a substantial body of evidence supporting the claim.

Native There's strong evidence for it.

Natural in both speech and writing; the formal version is bulky.

Pattern: strong evidence (of/that + clause)

In use

  • There is strong evidence that regular exercise improves mental health.study
  • In my opinion, there is strong evidence that technology has made communication faster and more convenient for most people.IELTS speaking

Common mistake

✗ There is a strong evidence.

✓ There is strong evidence.

'Evidence' is uncountable — no 'a'.

Common collocations

  • strong evidence — for, that, compelling, provide

Don't confuse it

‘Strong evidence’ is more convincing than just ‘evidence’ and is not the same as ‘weak evidence,’ which is less reliable.

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