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Kollokationer med Andra Verb - Handlingar, Erfarenheter och Beslut

Utforska engelska kollokationer för att beskriva handlingar, upplevelser och beslut med exempel som "göra ett prov" och "spela en roll".

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Collocations With Other Verbs
to [arrive] at an agreement

to reach a mutual understanding or consensus in a negotiation or discussion

Ex: The labor union and the company management struggled to arrive at an agreement on wages and benefits. 
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to [broach] the subject

to bring up or introduce a topic or issue for discussion or consideration

Ex: The manager broached the subject with the employees. 
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to [deliver] a speech

to present a formal, spoken presentation or address to an audience on a specific topic or subject

Ex: The CEO delivered an inspiring speech at the company's annual meeting. 
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to [sit] an exam

to take or participate in an examination or test

Ex: He is nervous about sitting the medical board exam. 
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to [draw] a conclusion

to form an opinion or decision based on the available information, facts, or evidence

Ex: Scholars often draw conclusions based on their research findings and analysis. 
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to [join] forces

to cooperate with others to achieve a common goal

Ex: To address climate change, countries must join forces to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. 
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to [reach] an agreement

to come to a mutual decision or understanding after negotiations or discussions, typically involving two or more parties

Ex: In international diplomacy, diplomats strive to reach agreements that promote peace and cooperation. 
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to [broker] an agreement

to help negotiate and facilitate a deal or compromise between parties with differing interests or positions

Ex: The real estate agent successfully brokered an agreement between the buyer and seller. 
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to [cover] costs

to pay for expenses or expenditures related to a particular item, service, or endeavor

Ex: They insisted on covering the cost of the medical treatment. 
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to [cut] costs

to reduce expenses or spending

Ex: The manufacturing plant implemented a comprehensive plan for cutting costs, focusing on optimizing production processes and minimizing waste. 
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to [pass] a law

to officially establish a new rule or regulation within the legal system

Ex: Lawmakers must debate and vote to pass laws in accordance with the constitution. 
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to [play] a part

to contribute and be involved in a specific activity, situation, or event

Ex: She played a part in organizing the charity event, helping with the planning and coordination. 
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to [pursue] a career

to engage in an occupation as a way of earning money

Ex: Pursuing a career often involves setting long-term goals. 
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to [initiate] an inquiry

to start an official investigation or formal examination into a particular matter or issue

Ex: The police initiated an inquiry as soon as they received the complaint about the missing documents 
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to [conduct] an inquiry

to carry out a systematic and organized investigation or examination

Ex: The independent auditor will conduct a thorough inquiry into the company's financial records. 
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to [cut] (through|) red tape

to simplify a procedure and enhance efficiency by eliminating unnecessary rules or steps

Ex: Bureaucratic inefficiencies can be reduced by cutting red tape and streamlining processes. 
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to [enter] into an agreement

to formally and mutually agree to specific terms, conditions, or commitments in a contract or arrangement with another party

Ex: The two companies are entering into an agreement to collaborate on a joint research project. 
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to [pull] a muscle

to strain or injure a muscle by overexertion or sudden movement

Ex: He felt a sharp pain in his shoulder after attempting to lift weights and suspected he had pulled a muscle. 
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to [push] (back|) the frontiers

to expand the boundaries or limits of knowledge, discovery, or understanding, typically in science, technology, or exploration

Ex: The invention of the telescope helped astronomers push back the frontiers of our knowledge about the universe. 
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to [strike] a balance

to achieve a state of harmony by managing different aspects or priorities effectively

Ex: He successfully struck a balance between rigorous training and adequate rest. 
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to [reap] the (benefits|rewards)

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

Ex: When you put in the effort, you'll eventually reap the rewards of your dedication. 
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to [find] a compromise

to reach an agreement by both parties giving in a little during a disagreement or negotiation

Ex: The two countries found a compromise that allowed for peaceful coexistence. 
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to [reach] a compromise

to come to an agreement by both parties giving in a little during a disagreement or negotiation

Ex: After hours of negotiation, the two parties reached a compromise that satisfied both their interests. 
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to [earn] a living

to make a sufficient income to support one's basic needs and maintain a comfortable or satisfactory standard of living

Ex: The artist struggled to earn a living from their art until they gained recognition. 
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to [save] {sb} a seat

to reserve or hold a place for someone in a specific location to ensure that they have a place to sit

Ex: She arrived at the stadium early to save a seat for her friends at the football game. 
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to [cross] {one's} mind

to come into one's thoughts or mind momentarily

Ex: As she walked through the park, a strange thought crossed her mind. 
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to [serve] a purpose

to fulfill a specific function or role, often in a way that is useful or meaningful

Ex: In a team, each member should serve a purpose to achieve the project's objectives. 
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to [see] to it

to check or make sure that something is done or is taken care of

Ex: Let me see if I locked the door before we leave. 
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to [mind|watch] {one's} manners

to make sure to behave appropriately and politely

Ex: The etiquette coach emphasized the importance of minding your manners at formal events and gatherings. 
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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. 
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to [beat] the heat

to manage to stay cool during the period of hot weather

Ex: We planned a trip to the mountains to beat the heat and escape to a cooler climate for a few days. 
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to live up to

to fulfill expectations or standards set by oneself or others

leva upp till förväntningarna, vara värd sitt rykte

leva upp till förväntningarna, vara värd sitt rykte

Ex: The product claimed to be revolutionary, and it surprisingly lived up to the promises made in the advertisement. 

Produkten påstods vara revolutionerande, och överraskande nog infriade det de löften som gjordes i reklamen.

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to [open] fire

to start shooting a weapon, such as a gun in a rapid and continuous manner, often with the intent to harm or kill

Ex: The security team will only open fire as a last resort to protect their clients. 
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to [wreak] havoc

to cause severe destruction, chaos, or disorder

Ex: The wildfire swept through the forest, wreaking havoc on the local ecosystem. 
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to [turn] {sth} upside down

to reverse the position of something, making what was on top now at the bottom and vice versa

Ex: Please turn the jar upside down before opening to mix the ingredients. 
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to [draw] on (a|the) (cigarette|cigar|pipe)

to inhale smoke from a cigarette or another object that produces smoke

Ex: As he contemplated his next move, he absentmindedly reached for the pack and drew on a cigarette, letting the smoke momentarily distract him from his thoughts. 
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to [roll] around in {one's} (mind|head)

to be thought about by someone without much coherence

Ex: Worries and concerns about the future often roll around in my mind at night. 
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to [arrive] at {sth}

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

Ex: After extensive analysis, the team arrived at the conclusion that the project was not feasible. 
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to [reach] a conclusion

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

Ex: It's important to gather all the facts before reaching a conclusion about what happened. 
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to [suffer] defeat

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

Ex: The chess player suffered defeat after a series of strategic mistakes. 
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to [see|think] fit

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

Ex: Parents can discipline their children as they see fit, within reason. 
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