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collocation
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to collocate with
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to make an effort
4-
to set an example
5-
to pass the buck
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blame
7-
to spread
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rumor
9-
to keep a secret
10-
to keep a promise
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to keep a record
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to break the news
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close friend
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detailed
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description
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brief
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strong
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slight
19-
accent
20-
main
21-
principal
22-
concern
23-
typical
24-
perfect
25-
utter
26-
chaos
27-
nonsense
28-
narrow escape
29-
familiar
30-
face
31-
vast
32-
majority
33-
pure gold
34-
pure
35-
silk
36-
cotton
37-
complete
38-
opposite
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credit
40-
example
41-
exact
42-
to treat somebody like (a piece of) dirt
43-
to treat somebody with respect
44-
to take responsibility
45-
to keep one's appointment
46-
to roar with laughter
collocation
nom
c
k
o
ɑ
ll
l
o
ə
c
k
a
t
ʃ
io
ə
n
n
collocation

collocation

a particular combination of words that are used together very often

What is a "collocation"?

Collocation refers to the habitual combination of words that frequently occur together in a language. These combinations may involve two or more words that are often used in close proximity to convey specific meanings or to sound more natural to native speakers. For example, in English, one might say "make a decision" rather than "do a decision", or "strong coffee" instead of "powerful coffee". Understanding collocations is important for language learners and speakers, as it helps them use words in ways that sound more fluent and idiomatic. Collocations can vary between languages and can change over time, reflecting the dynamic nature of language use.

to collocate with
verbe
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/kˈɑːloʊkˌeɪt wɪð/
N/A

N/A

go or occur together

to make an effort
Phrase
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/mˌeɪk ɐn ˈɛfɚt/
N/A

N/A

Collocation

to try to do or accomplish something, particularly something difficult

to set an example
Phrase
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/sˈɛt ɐn ɛɡzˈæmpəl/
N/A

N/A

Collocation

to show how to behave or act so that others can learn from it

to [pass] the buck
to pass the buck
Phrase
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/pˈæs ðə bˈʌk/
N/A

N/A

Disapproving
Idiom

to refuse to hold oneself responsible for something when one should and expect others to deal with it instead

What is the origin of the idiom "pass the buck" and when to use it?

The idiom "pass the buck" has its origin in American poker during the 19th century. In poker games, a marker or token called a "buck" was used to indicate the player who was the dealer. When a player did not want to assume the responsibility of dealing, they would "pass the buck" to the next player. It is commonly employed in discussions related to decision-making, accountability, and problem-solving.

blame
blame
nom
b
b
l
l
a
m
m
e
(blâme)

(blâme)

culpabilité

responsibility or fault attributed to someone for a mistake, wrongdoing, or undesirable outcome

to spread
verbe
s
s
p
p
r
r
ea
e
d
d
N/A

N/A

to make more people know or be aware of something by sharing or promoting it

Informations Grammaticales:

Transitif
rumor
nom
r
r
u
u
m
m
o
ɜ
r
r
(bruit)

(bruit)

rumeur

a piece of information or story that is circulated among a group of people, often without being confirmed as true or accurate

to keep a secret
Phrase
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/kˈiːp ɐ sˈiːkɹət/
N/A

N/A

Collocation

to refrain from revealing confidential or sensitive information to others

to keep a promise
Phrase
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/kˈiːp ɐ pɹˈɑːmɪs/
N/A

N/A

Collocation

to fulfill or uphold a commitment or agreement that one has made to someone

to keep a record
Phrase
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/kˈiːp ɐ ɹˈɛkɚd/
N/A

N/A

Collocation

to maintain a written or digital account of information, events, or data for future reference

to break the news
Phrase
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/bɹˈeɪk ðə nˈuːz/
N/A

N/A

Collocation

to inform someone of important or disturbing information

close friend
close friend
nom
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/klˈoʊs fɹˈɛnd/
(ami intime)

(ami intime)

ami proche

a friend that one has a strong relationship with

Informations Grammaticales:

Nom Composé
detailed
detailed
Adjectif
d
d
e
ɪ
t
t
ai
l
l
e
d
d
détaillé

détaillé

including many specific elements or pieces of information

description
nom
d
d
e
ɪ
s
s
c
k
r
r
i
ɪ
p
p
t
ʃ
io
ə
n
n
description

description

a written or oral piece intended to give a mental image of something

brief
Adjectif
b
b
r
r
ie
i
f
f
(concise)

(concise)

bref

concise and to the point

strong
Adjectif
s
s
t
t
r
r
o
ɑ:
n
n
g
g
(puissant)

(puissant)

fort

not faint or feeble

slight
slight
Adjectif
s
s
l
l
i
gh
t
t
léger

léger

not a lot in amount or extent

much
accent
nom
a
ə
c
k
c
s
e
ɛ
n
n
t
t
accent

accent

a manner of speaking that indicates social class, nationality, or locality of the speaker

What is an "accent"?

An accent refers to the way in which words are pronounced, often influenced by a person's geographical origin, social background, or cultural identity. Accents can affect vowel and consonant sounds, rhythm, and intonation patterns. For example, a person from the southern United States may have a different accent compared to someone from New York City, resulting in distinct pronunciations of the same words. Accents can also reveal information about a person's identity and can vary widely even within the same language, adding richness and diversity to spoken communication.

main
main
Adjectif
m
m
ai
n
n
principal

principal

having the highest level of significance or central importance

principal
principal
Adjectif
p
p
r
r
i
ɪ
n
n
c
s
i
ə
p
p
a
ə
l
l
(en chef)

(en chef)

principal

having the highest importance or influence

concern
nom
c
k
o
ə
n
n
c
s
e
ɜ
r
r
n
n
N/A

N/A

something that causes worry or anxiety

typical
typical
Adjectif
t
t
y
ɪ
p
p
i
ə
c
k
a
ə
l
l
typique

typique

having or showing the usual qualities of a particular group of people or things

atypical
perfect
perfect
Adjectif
p
p
e
ɜ
r
r
f
f
e
ɪ
c
k
t
t
parfait

parfait

completely without mistakes or flaws, reaching the best possible standard

imperfect
utter
Adjectif
u
ə
tt
t
e
ɜ
r
r
(absolu)

(absolu)

total

emphasizing the extreme or total nature of a situation

chaos
nom
ch
k
ao
eɪɑ
s
s
N/A

N/A

a situation of extreme confusion and lack of order

nonsense
nom
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/ˈnɑnsɛns/
(absurdité)

(absurdité)

non-sens

a message that seems to convey no meaning

narrow escape
nom
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/nˈæɹoʊ ɛskˈeɪp/
N/A

N/A

a situation that almost leads to danger or trouble

Informations Grammaticales:

Nom Composé
familiar
familiar
Adjectif
f
f
a
ə
m
m
i
ɪ
l
l
i
j
a
ɜ
r
r
familier

familier

easily recognized due to prior contact or involvement, often evoking a sense of comfort or ease

unfamiliar
face
nom
f
f
a
c
s
e
(figure)

(figure)

visage

a person's facial appearance, often used to refer to or identify an individual

vast
Adjectif
v
v
a
æ
s
s
t
t
(énorme)

(énorme)

vaste

very great in amount or number

majority
majority
nom
m
m
a
ə
j
ʤ
o
ɔ
r
r
i
ə
t
t
y
i
majorité

majorité

the larger part or number of a given set or group

minority
pure gold
nom
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/pjˈʊɹ ɡˈoʊld/
N/A

N/A

100 per cent gold

pure
pure
Adjectif
p
p
u
r
r
e
pur

pur

not combined or mixed with anything else

impure
silk
silk
nom
s
s
i
ɪ
l
l
k
k
soie

soie

a type of smooth soft fabric made from the threads that silkworms produce

What is "silk"?

Silk is a luxurious and natural fiber that is produced by silkworms. It is known for its softness, luster, and draping qualities, which make it a popular choice for high-end clothing and home decor items. Silk fabric is breathable, lightweight, and moisture-wicking, which makes it comfortable to wear in warm weather. It is also a strong and durable material that can withstand frequent wear and washing, as long as it is handled with care. Silk can be dyed in a wide range of colors and patterns, and it is often used for formal and dressy clothing like dresses, blouses, and suits, as well as for bedding, curtains, and upholstery. While silk is a luxurious and high-maintenance material that requires special care, it is a timeless and elegant fabric that has been prized for thousands of years.

cotton
cotton
nom
c
k
o
ɑ
tt
t
o
ə
n
n
coton

coton

cloth made from the fibers of the cotton plant, naturally soft and comfortable against the skin

What is "cotton"?

Cotton is a soft, breathable, and versatile natural fiber that comes from the cotton plant. It is the most widely used textile fiber in the world and is commonly used to make a variety of clothing, including T-shirts, jeans, dresses, and bedding. Cotton is appreciated for its comfort, durability, and ease of care, as it can be washed and dried in a machine. Cotton can be woven into a variety of textures, from lightweight gauze to heavy twill, and can be dyed in a wide range of colors. Additionally, cotton can also be blended with other fibers, such as polyester or spandex, to give it added stretch, wrinkle resistance, or other desirable properties.

complete
Adjectif
c
k
o
ə
m
m
p
p
l
l
e
i
t
t
e
(total)

(total)

complet

total or absolute, often used to emphasize that something is fully or entirely so

opposite
nom
o
ɑ
pp
p
o
ə
s
z
i
ə
t
t
e
N/A

N/A

(mathematics) a number that, when added to a given number, results in zero

credit
nom
c
k
r
r
e
ɛ
d
d
i
ə
t
t
(approbation)

(approbation)

crédit

approval

example
nom
e
ɪ
x
gz
a
æ
m
m
p
p
ə
l
l
e
(modèle)

(modèle)

exemple

a representative form or pattern

exact
exact
Adjectif
e
ɪ
x
gz
a
æ
c
k
t
t
(précis)

(précis)

exact

completely accurate in every detail

inexact
to [treat] {sb} like (a piece of|) (dirt|trash)
to treat somebody like (a piece of) dirt
Phrase
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/tɹˈiːt ˌɛsbˈiː lˈaɪk ɐ pˈiːs ʌv ɔːɹ dˈɜːt ɔːɹ tɹˈæʃ/
N/A

N/A

Idiom

to not care about someone at all or have absolutely no respect for them

What is the origin of the idiom "treat someone like dirt" and when to use it?

The idiom "treat someone like dirt" has origins rooted in the concept of soil or earth being associated with lowliness and insignificance. Throughout history, soil or dirt has symbolized something base or inferior, while humans have often been linked to higher status and worth. The idiom metaphorically likens a person to the lowly status of dirt, implying that they are being treated with extreme disrespect or disdain. It is commonly employed in discussions related to interpersonal relationships, workplace dynamics, and personal interactions, emphasizing a complete lack of respect, empathy, or consideration for another person's feelings, dignity, or worth.

to treat somebody with respect
Phrase
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/tɹˈiːt ˌɛsbˈiː wɪð ɹɪspˈɛkt/
N/A

N/A

Collocation

to behave in a way that shows care, consideration, and acknowledgment of someone's worth

to take responsibility
Phrase
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/tˈeɪk ɹɪspˌɑːnsəbˈɪlɪɾi/
N/A

N/A

Collocation

to accept, fulfil, and acknowledge an obligation, task, or duty

to keep one's appointment
Phrase
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/kˈiːp wˈʌnz ɐpˈɔɪntmənt/
N/A

N/A

Collocation

to go to a scheduled meeting or event

to roar with laughter
Phrase
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/ɹˈoːɹ wɪð lˈæftɚ/
N/A

N/A

Collocation

to laugh in a loud and uncontrollable manner

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