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Inglés y Conocimientos del Mundo para ACT - Colocaciones Útiles

Aquí aprenderás algunas colocaciones útiles en inglés, como "raise concern", "pass judgment", "scared stiff", etc., que te ayudarán a sobresalir en tus ACTs.

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ACT Vocabulary for English and World Knowledge
to [wreak] havoc

to cause severe destruction, chaos, or disorder

Ex: The hurricane wreaked havoc along the coastline, causing massive flooding and destruction. 
to [hatch] a (plan|plot)

to devise or create a scheme, often one that is secretive or mischievous

Ex: The thieves hatched a plan to rob the bank without getting caught. 
to [keep] afloat

to maintain financial stability or solvency

Ex: Despite the economic downturn, the company managed to keep afloat by cutting costs and diversifying its revenue streams. 
to [lay] the groundwork

to establish the necessary foundation or preparation for a future project, plan, or idea

Ex: They spent months laying the groundwork for the new startup company. 
to [break] (new|fresh|) ground

to start something new and innovative that sets an example or leads to significant advancements in a particular field or industry

Ex: The tech startup aimed to break fresh ground in the industry by developing cutting-edge software solutions. 
to [call] {sth} into question

to raise doubts about the validity, truthfulness, or reliability of something

Ex: Her sudden change of story called her reliability into question. 
to [raise] awareness

to increase knowledge or understanding about a particular issue, cause, or topic

Ex: The organization's campaign aims to raise awareness about the importance of mental health. 
to [raise] a question

to bring up a topic or issue for discussion or consideration

Ex: The discovery of the new evidence raised a question about the defendant's innocence. 
to [see|think] fit
to see fit
[Frase]

to consider something appropriate or suitable according to one's own judgment

Ex: You can organize your workspace as you see fit. 
to [turn] {one's} attention

to direct one's focus or concentration toward something specific

Ex: The loud noise in the distance caused everyone to turn their attention toward it. 
to [pay] attention

to concentrate or focus on a particular task or subject

Ex: Please pay attention during the lecture to understand the material. 
to [reap] the (benefits|rewards)

to enjoy the positive outcomes or advantages resulting from one's efforts or actions

Ex: After years of hard work, they finally began to reap the benefits of their successful business. 
to [hold] promise

to have the potential for future success or positive outcomes

Ex: The new medical treatment holds promise for patients with rare diseases. 
to [make] contact

to connect with someone, often by reaching out through various means such as phone calls, emails, or in-person meetings

Ex: He decided to make contact with his old friends from high school through social media. 
medium of expression

the form or means through which ideas, emotions, or artistic creativity are conveyed or communicated

Ex: Music has long been recognized as a universal medium of expression, transcending language and cultural barriers. 
out of tune

in a state in which the correct musical sound is not played or sung

desafinado, desentonado

desafinado, desentonado

to [raise] concern

to express or bring attention to worries, doubts, or objections regarding a specific issue, situation, or decision

Ex: During the meeting, several team members raised concerns about the feasibility of the proposed project timeline. 
naked eye
naked eye
[Sustantivo]

the human eye unaided by any optical device, used for observing objects and details directly

ojo desnudo, vista a simple vista

ojo desnudo, vista a simple vista

Ex: The stars are visible to the naked eye on a clear night sky. 
to [make] strides

to make progress or advance in a significant way

Ex: The company has made strides in reducing its carbon footprint by implementing sustainable practices. 
to [garner] attention

to attract or receive attention, often by means of effort, achievement, or significance

Ex: The new movie garnered attention for its innovative storytelling and stunning visuals. 
to [make] sense

to be understandable in a way that is reasonable

Ex: Her explanation didn't make sense to me; I couldn't understand why she made that decision. 
to [pay] tribute to {sb/sth}

to show respect or recognition to someone or something

Ex: The community gathered to pay tribute to the local hero with a heartfelt ceremony. 
to [suffer] defeat

to experience a loss or failure in a competitive or confrontational situation

Ex: The team suffered defeat in the final match of the tournament. 
to [hold] {sth} sacred

to regard something with great respect, honor, or devotion

Ex: In their family, Sunday dinners are held sacred as a time for everyone to gather and connect. 
to [bring] {sth} to bear

to use something such as power or influence that one has in order to achieve a particular result

aplicar toda la fuerza

aplicar toda la fuerza

to [set] {sb} to work

to assign or instruct someone to start working on a specific task or job

Ex: She set the volunteers to work in the community garden. 
to [pass] judgment

to form and express an opinion or decision about someone or something, often in a critical manner

Ex: It's not fair to pass judgment on someone without knowing their whole story. 
to [make] a living

to earn an amount of money that enables one to support oneself and pay for one's needs

Ex: She works as a freelance writer to make a living. 
to [keep] track of {sb/sth}

to ensure that one has the latest news concerning someone or something

Ex: I use a calendar to keep track of my appointments and deadlines. 
to [reach] a conclusion

to come to a decision or judgment after considering evidence, arguments, or facts

Ex: After hours of deliberation, the jury reached a conclusion and delivered their verdict. 
scared stiff

extremely frightened to the point of being unable to move or react

Ex: She was scared stiff when she heard footsteps behind her in the dark. 
to rise above

to stay strong when faced with problems or criticism and ultimately surpass them

superar, elevarse por encima de

superar, elevarse por encima de

Ex: She always manages to rise above criticism and continues to work diligently on her goals. 
hustle and bustle

a busy, noisy, and active environment or situation

Ex: The hustle and bustle of the city can be overwhelming for some people. 
trial and error

the process of testing a method, an idea, etc. in several ways to achieve the desired outcome

prueba y error, ensayo y error

prueba y error, ensayo y error

Ex: He learned to fix the machine through trial and error. 
to [build] momentum

to gradually increase the strength, force, or speed of an activity or process

Ex: The campaign started slowly but began to build momentum as more volunteers joined. 
to [lend] credence

to give support or credibility to a belief, theory, or statement

Ex: Her eyewitness account lends credence to the idea that there was foul play involved in the incident. 
to [be|feel] obliged {to do sth}

to have a moral duty or be forced to do a particular thing, often due to legal reasons

obligado

obligado

Ex: After receiving such generous help from her neighbor, she felt obliged to return the favor by watching their pets while they were away. 
to [issue] a warning

to formally or officially provide a cautionary notice or advice regarding a potential danger, threat, or undesirable outcome

Ex: The weather service issued a warning about the approaching hurricane, urging residents to evacuate. 
to be steeped in

to be filled with a specific quality, flavor, etc.

Ex: His writing is steeped in nostalgia, evoking memories of a bygone era. 
to [cast] doubt on {sth}

to create uncertainty or skepticism by questioning the truth or validity of something

Ex: His conflicting statements cast doubt on his innocence in the case. 
to live up to

to fulfill expectations or standards set by oneself or others

estar a la altura de, cumplir con las expectativas de

estar a la altura de, cumplir con las expectativas de

Ex: The athlete lived up to his reputation as a champion, delivering a stunning performance that captivated the audience. 
to [arrive] at {sth}

to reach a decision, understanding, or conclusion after consideration or discussion

Ex: The scientists arrived at a consensus after months of research. 
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