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Anglais et Connaissances du Monde pour l'ACT - Collocations Utiles

Ici, vous apprendrez des collocations anglaises utiles, comme "raise concern", "pass judgment", "scared stiff", etc., qui vous aideront à réussir vos ACTs.

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

to cause severe destruction, chaos, or disorder

Ex: The computer virus wreaked havoc on the company's network, leading to data loss. 
to [hatch] a (plan|plot)

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

Ex: The students hatched a plan to prank their teacher on the last day of school. 
to [keep] afloat

to maintain financial stability or solvency

Ex: The government provided emergency funding to help struggling businesses keep afloat during the pandemic. 
to [lay] the groundwork

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

Ex: Before launching the product, the team needed to lay the groundwork with market research. 
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 company's decision to launch a sustainable product line broke ground in the industry and set a new standard. 
to [call] {sth} into question

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

Ex: The new evidence called the integrity of the investigation into question. 

Les nouvelles preuves ont remis en question l'intégrité de l'enquête.

to [raise] awareness

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

Ex: Volunteers handed out flyers in the community to raise awareness about the upcoming charity event. 
to [raise] a question

to bring up a topic or issue for discussion or consideration

Ex: Her unusual behavior at the meeting raised a question about her commitment to the project. 
to [see|think] fit
to see fit
[Phrase]

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

Ex: The manager saw fit to give her team an extra day off. 
to [turn] {one's} attention

to direct one's focus or concentration toward something specific

Ex: The unexpected announcement caused the media to turn their attention to the small town. 
to [pay] attention

to concentrate or focus on a particular task or subject

Ex: Parents often encourage their children to pay attention in school to learn and succeed. 
to [reap] the (benefits|rewards)

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

Ex: Education is an investment that allows individuals to reap the rewards throughout their lives. 
to [hold] promise

to have the potential for future success or positive outcomes

Ex: The innovative technology holds promise for solving some of the world's most pressing environmental challenges. 
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 diplomat attempted to make contact with foreign officials to discuss the peace negotiations. 
medium of expression

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

Ex: In the digital age, social media platforms have become a popular medium of expression for people. 
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 [raise] concern

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

Ex: The environmental report raised concerns about the potential impact of the new development on the local ecosystem. 
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: With the naked eye, you can see the texture and color of the fabric. 

À l'œil nu, vous pouvez voir la texture et la couleur du tissu.

to [make] strides

to make progress or advance in a significant way

Ex: She has made strides in her recovery since the accident, and her doctors are optimistic about her future. 
to [garner] attention

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

Ex: The artist's latest exhibition has garnered attention from critics and art enthusiasts alike. 
to [make] sense

to be understandable in a way that is reasonable

Ex: The instructions were clear and concise, so they made sense to everyone. 
to [pay] tribute to {sb/sth}

to show respect or recognition to someone or something

Ex: At the award ceremony, they paid tribute to the achievements of outstanding individuals. 
to [suffer] defeat

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

Ex: Despite their best efforts, the soldiers suffered defeat at the hands of the enemy. 
to [hold] {sth} sacred

to regard something with great respect, honor, or devotion

Ex: They hold the bond of marriage sacred and believe in its importance for a stable society. 
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

to [set] {sb} to work

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

Ex: The project manager will be setting you to work on the new project starting next week. 
to [pass] judgment

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

Ex: The judge will pass judgment in the courtroom after hearing the evidence. 
to [make] a living

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

Ex: Many people make a living by pursuing careers in various fields such as medicine, engineering, or education. 
to [keep] track of {sb/sth}

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

Ex: The app allows you to keep track of your daily steps and physical activity. 
to [reach] a conclusion

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

Ex: The investigators carefully analyzed the evidence to reach a conclusion about the cause of the fire. 
scared stiff
scared stiff
[Phrase]

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

Ex: The children were scared stiff after watching the horror movie. 
to rise above

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

surmonter, transcender

surmonter, transcender

Ex: Despite facing adversity, they consistently rise above challenges and maintain their positive outlook. 

Malgré l'adversité, ils surmontent constamment les défis et maintiennent leur vision positive.

hustle and bustle

a busy, noisy, and active environment or situation

Ex: She missed the hustle and bustle of the office after working from home for months. 
trial and error

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

tâtonnements

tâtonnements

Ex: The recipe was perfected by trial and error. 
to [build] momentum

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

Ex: The team needs to build momentum early in the game to secure a win. 
to [lend] credence

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

Ex: The scientific study lends credence to the hypothesis that certain foods can affect mood and mental health. 
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: He always feels obliged to attend family gatherings, even when he's busy, because he values spending time with his loved ones. 
to [issue] a warning

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

Ex: The police department issued a warning to drivers about the increase in car thefts in the area. 
to be steeped in

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

Ex: The town's history is steeped in tradition and folklore, passed down through generations. 
to [cast] doubt on {sth}

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

Ex: The lack of evidence cast doubt on the accuracy of the report. 
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 friend lived up to her word, providing unwavering support and guidance during a difficult time. 

L'ami a tenu parole, offrant un soutien et des conseils inébranlables pendant une période difficile.

to [arrive] at {sth}

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

Ex: It took several hours of discussion to arrive at an agreement. 
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