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Vocabulaire Essentiel pour l'Examen SAT - Collocations

Ici, vous apprendrez des collocations anglaises utiles, telles que "hold promise", "out of tune", "suffer defeat", etc., dont vous aurez besoin pour réussir vos SATs.

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SAT Exam Essential Vocabulary
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 film director's innovative approach to storytelling broke ground and challenged traditional filmmaking techniques.
to [pay] attention

to concentrate or focus on a particular task or subject

Ex: The lecture was so engaging that it was easy to pay full attention throughout.
to [make] contact

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

Ex: The athlete made contact with his coach to discuss training strategies for the upcoming competition.
to [wreak] havoc

to cause severe destruction, chaos, or disorder

Ex: A mismanaged construction project can wreak havoc on a neighborhood's infrastructure.
to [cast] doubt on {sth}

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

Ex: The new evidence is casting doubt on the accuracy of the report.
to [call] {sth} into question

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

Ex: The scandal has called the leadership's ethics into question.Le scandale a **remis en question** l'éthique de la direction.
to [raise] concern

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

Ex: The sudden policy change raised concerns among employees regarding job security and future career prospects.
naked eye

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

œil nu, vue à l'œil nu

œil nu, vue à l'œil nu

Ex: The mountain range stretched out far beyond what could be discerned with the naked eye.La chaîne de montagnes s'étendait bien au-delà de ce qui pouvait être discerné à l'**œil nu**.
to [lay] the groundwork

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

Ex: Planning the wedding involved laying the groundwork by setting a budget and selecting a venue.
to [make] sense

to be understandable in a way that is reasonable

Ex: It makes sense to save money for emergencies rather than spending it all at once.
to [pay] tribute to {sb/sth}

to show respect or recognition to someone or something

Ex: The museum's exhibit pays tribute to the cultural heritage of the region.
to [bring] {sth} to bear

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

exercer, faire peser

exercer, faire peser

out of tune
out of tune
[Phrase]

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

faux, discordant, désaccordé

faux, discordant, désaccordé

to [set] {sb} to work

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

Ex: Before leaving for the day, the team lead sets everyone to work on tidying up their workstations.
trial and error

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

tâtonnements

tâtonnements

Ex: The team improved the design by trial and error.
to [pass] judgment

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

Ex: In the coming weeks, the court will be deliberating before passing judgment on the corporate fraud case.
to [make] a living

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

Ex: Despite facing challenges, he made a living as a street musician, playing his guitar in the city square.
to [keep] track of {sb/sth}

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

Ex: Parents can use a chore chart to keep track of their children's responsibilities.
scared stiff
scared stiff
[Phrase]

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

Ex: The child, scared stiff, hid behind his mother when the dog barked.
to rise above

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

surmonter, transcender

surmonter, transcender

Ex: Let 's encourage each other to rise above the small setbacks and keep pushing forwardEncourageons-nous les uns les autres à **surmonter** les petits revers et à continuer d'avancer.
to [lay] the groundwork

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

Ex: Planning the wedding involved laying the groundwork by setting a budget and selecting a venue.
to [turn] {one's} attention

to direct one's focus or concentration toward something specific

Ex: Her sudden outburst made everyone in the room turn their attention toward her.
to [hold] promise

to have the potential for future success or positive outcomes

Ex: The discovery of ancient artifacts in the region holds promise for uncovering new insights into human history.
to [keep] afloat

to maintain financial stability or solvency

Ex: During tough times, it's important to find ways to keep afloat and weather the storm.
to [lend] credence

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

Ex: The video evidence lends credence to the allegations of police brutality during the protest.
medium of expression

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

Ex: Film is a powerful medium of expression, combining visual and auditory elements to evoke emotional responses.
to [reach] a conclusion

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

Ex: The committee reviewed the proposals and debated extensively before reaching a conclusion.
to [make] strides

to make progress or advance in a significant way

Ex: The team has made strides in improving its performance on the field this season.
to [garner] attention

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

Ex: The athlete's remarkable performance at the Olympics garnered attention from sports fans worldwide.
to [issue] a warning

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

Ex: The financial analyst issued a warning to investors about the potential risks of investing in the volatile market.
to [raise] awareness

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

Ex: The school organized an assembly to raise awareness about the dangers of drug addiction.
to [reap] the (benefits|rewards)

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

Ex: After years of education and skill development, she is now reaping the benefits of a successful career.
to [suffer] defeat

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

Ex: The company suffered defeat in the court case, resulting in significant financial losses.
to [hold] {sth} sacred

to regard something with great respect, honor, or devotion

Ex: The indigenous people hold the land they inhabit sacred, believing it to be a gift from their ancestors.
to [hatch] a (plan|plot)

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

Ex: The villains hatched a plot to take over the city and control its resources.
to [see|think] fit
to see fit
[Phrase]

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

Ex: She saw fit to donate a large sum of money to the charity.
to [raise] a question

to bring up a topic or issue for discussion or consideration

Ex: The scientist's findings raised a question regarding the validity of previous research.
hustle and bustle

a busy, noisy, and active environment or situation

Ex: After living in the suburbs, the hustle and bustle of downtown was a big adjustment for him.
to [build] momentum

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

Ex: The movement for social justice is building momentum across the country.
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

obligé

obligé

Ex: After receiving excellent service at the restaurant, she felt obliged to leave a generous tip to show her appreciation.
to be steeped in

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

Ex: His speeches are steeped in rhetoric and persuasion, compelling audiences to action.
to live up to

to fulfill expectations or standards set by oneself or others

être à la hauteur de, répondre aux attentes de

être à la hauteur de, répondre aux attentes de

Ex: The product claimed to be revolutionary, and it surprisingly lived up to the promises made in the advertisement.Le produit prétendait être révolutionnaire, et il a étonnamment **tenu ses promesses** faites dans la publicité.
to [arrive] at {sth}

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

Ex: The researchers arrived at the hypothesis based on the collected data.
to [draw] blood

to cause injury, harm, or pain in a physical struggle or conflict

Ex: The boxer was known for his aggressive fighting style, always aiming to draw blood from his opponents.
at {one's} disposal

used to show that something is available for someone to use whenever necessary

Ex: The general had a large army at his disposal, ready to be deployed at a moment's notice.
to [hold] in high (regard|esteem)

to have a great amount of respect, admiration, or esteem for someone or something

Ex: The author is held in high regard by literary critics.
to [hold] true
to hold true
[Phrase]

to remain valid or accurate over time or in various situations

Ex: The notion that 'practice makes perfect' holds true in mastering any skill or craft.
by the same token
by the same token
[Conjonction]

used to connect two related statements, showing that the same reasoning or principle applies to both

de la même manière,  par la même occasion

de la même manière, par la même occasion

Ex: If you expect your children to follow the rules , then by the same token, you should set a good example for them to follow .Si vous attendez de vos enfants qu'ils suivent les règles, **par la même occasion**, vous devriez leur donner un bon exemple à suivre.
as {sb} [pleases]

used to indicate that someone is free to do something in whichever way they prefer

Ex: The garden is yours to tend to as you please, planting whatever flowers or vegetables you like.
to [do] {one's} bidding

to carry out someone's orders or commands, often without question or hesitation

Ex: She felt uncomfortable doing his bidding, as if she had lost control over her own actions.
to [take] liberties

to act in a way that is overly familiar or inappropriate without permission or proper authority

Ex: He took liberties with his power, using his position to exploit others for personal gain.
courtesy of
courtesy of
[Phrase]

used to indicate that something is provided or made possible by a specific person as a gesture of courtesy or generosity

Ex: The complimentary wine served at the dinner was courtesy of the vineyard sponsoring the event.
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