Vocabolario Essenziale per l'Esame SAT - Collocazioni

Qui imparerai alcune utili collocazioni inglesi, come "hold promise", "out of tune", "suffer defeat", ecc., di cui avrai bisogno per superare i tuoi SAT.

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to [break] (new|fresh|) ground [Frase]

esplorare nuove vie

Ex: The tech startup aimed to break fresh ground in the industry by developing cutting-edge software solutions .

to [pay] attention [Frase]

to concentrate or focus on a particular task or subject

Ex: Please pay attention during the lecture to understand the material .

to [make] contact [Frase]

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 .

to [wreak] havoc [Frase]

to cause severe destruction, chaos, or disorder

Ex: The hurricane wreaked havoc along the coastline , causing massive flooding and destruction .

to [cast] doubt on {sth} [Frase]

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 [call] {sth} into question [Frase]

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

Ex: Her sudden change of story called her reliability into question .

Il suo improvviso cambio di storia ha messo in dubbio la sua affidabilità.

to [raise] concern [Frase]

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

Ex:

naked eye [sostantivo]

occhio nudo

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

Le stelle sono visibili a occhio nudo in un cielo notturno limpido.

to [lay] the groundwork [Frase]

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 [make] sense [Frase]

essere ragionevoli

Ex: Her explanation did n't make sense to me ; I could n't understand why she made that decision .

to [pay] tribute to {sb/sth} [Frase]

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 [bring] {sth} to bear [Frase]

applicare tutta la forza

out of tune [Frase]

stonato

to [set] {sb} to work [Frase]

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.

trial and error [Frase]

processo ed errore

Ex: He learned to fix the machine through trial and error .

to [pass] judgment [Frase]

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 [Frase]

guadagnarsi da vivere

Ex: She works as a freelance writer to make a living .

to [keep] track of {sb/sth} [Frase]

avere informazioni su qualcosa o persona

Ex: I use a calendar to keep track of my appointments and deadlines .

scared stiff [Frase]

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 [Verbo]

superare

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

Lei riesce sempre a superare le critiche e continua a lavorare diligentemente sui suoi obiettivi.

to [lay] the groundwork [Frase]

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 [turn] {one's} attention [Frase]

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 [hold] promise [Frase]

to have the potential for future success or positive outcomes

Ex: The new medical treatment holds promise for patients with rare diseases .

to [keep] afloat [Frase]

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 [lend] credence [Frase]

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 .

medium of expression [Frase]

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 .

to [reach] a conclusion [Frase]

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 .

to [make] strides [Frase]

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 [Frase]

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 [issue] a warning [Frase]

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 [raise] awareness [Frase]

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 [reap] the (benefits|rewards) [Frase]

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 [suffer] defeat [Frase]

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 [Frase]

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 [hatch] a (plan|plot) [Frase]

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 [see|think] 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 [raise] a question [Frase]

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 .

hustle and bustle [Frase]

a busy, noisy, and active environment or situation

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

to [build] momentum [Frase]

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 [be|feel] obliged {to do sth} [Frase]

obbligato

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 be steeped in [Frase]

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

Ex: His writing is steeped in nostalgia, evoking memories of a bygone era.

to live up to [Verbo]

vivere fino a

Ex:

La performance dell'attore nel film ha sicuramente soddisfatto le aspettative del pubblico.

to [arrive] at {sth} [Frase]

arrivare

Ex: The researchers arrived at the hypothesis based on the collected data .

to [draw] blood [Frase]

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

Ex: The battle was fierce , with both sides determined to draw blood and claim victory .

at {one's} disposal [Frase]

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

Ex: As a high-ranking official , he has numerous resources at his disposal to solve the problem .

to [hold] in high (regard|esteem) [Frase]

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

Ex: She is held in high regard by her colleagues for her integrity and dedication .

to [hold] true [Frase]

to remain valid or accurate over time or in various situations

Ex: The fundamental principles of democracy continue to hold true , despite evolving social and political landscapes .

by the same token [Congiunzione]

allo stesso modo

Ex: She believes in treating others with kindness and respect , and by the same token , she expects to be treated the same way .

Lei crede nel trattare gli altri con gentilezza e rispetto, e allo stesso modo, si aspetta di essere trattata allo stesso modo.

as {sb} [pleases] [Frase]

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

Ex: You can decorate your room as you please—it's your space.

to [do] {one's} bidding [Frase]

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

Ex: As the CEO 's assistant , he was always ready to do her bidding , no matter how demanding the task .

to [take] liberties [Frase]

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

Ex: He took liberties with the company 's expense account , spending money on personal items without authorization .

courtesy of [Frase]

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

Ex: The refreshments at the event were courtesy of the local bakery .

Vocabolario Essenziale per l'Esame SAT
Parole letterarie	Significati insoliti	Significati figurativi	Verbi frasali concreti e fisici
Verbi frasali astratti e mentali	Collocazioni	Espressioni utili	Capire le domande
Connettori di clausola	Intensificatori e Mitigatori	Forza e Miglioramento	Support
Debolezza e Deterioramento	Inhibition	Utilità e Creazione	Sfide e Lotte
Danno e Pericolo	Difficoltà e Complessità	Successo e Affidabilità	Change
Process	Status	Gestione degli articoli