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ACT Engelska och Världskunskap - Användbara Kollokationer

Här kommer du att lära dig några användbara engelska kollokationer, såsom "raise concern", "pass judgment", "scared stiff", etc., som kommer att hjälpa dig att klara dina ACTs.

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ACT Vocabulary for English and World Knowledge
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 [hatch] a (plan|plot)

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

Ex: The conspirators hatched a plot to assassinate the king. 
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to [keep] afloat

to maintain financial stability or solvency

Ex: The small bookstore struggled to keep afloat in the era of online retail giants. 
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to [lay] the groundwork

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

Ex: The teacher focused on laying the groundwork for a strong understanding of the subject. 
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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 artist's unique style of painting broke ground and reshaped the art world's perception of beauty. 
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to [call] {sth} into question

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

Ex: The financial discrepancies in the report called the accuracy of the numbers into question. 

De finansiella avvikelserna i rapporten ifrågasatte siffrornas noggrannhet.

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to [raise] awareness

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

Ex: The celebrity's endorsement helped to raise awareness for the humanitarian crisis in the region. 
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to [raise] a question

to bring up a topic or issue for discussion or consideration

Ex: he student's comment raised a question that the teacher hadn't considered before. 
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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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to [turn] {one's} attention

to direct one's focus or concentration toward something specific

Ex: The politician's scandalous behavior turned the public's attention away from the important issues at hand. 
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to [pay] attention

to concentrate or focus on a particular task or subject

Ex: Paying attention in class is vital for retaining information and doing well on exams. 
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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 [hold] promise

to have the potential for future success or positive outcomes

Ex: The experimental drug holds promise as a potential treatment for Alzheimer's disease. 
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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 entrepreneur made contact with potential investors to discuss funding for the startup. 
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medium of expression

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

Ex: Dance serves as a dynamic medium of expression, allowing performers to communicate emotions and stories. 
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out of tune

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

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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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naked eye
naked eye
[Substantiv]

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

blotta ögat, synlig för blotta ögat

blotta ögat, synlig för blotta ögat

Ex: He inspected the machinery with the naked eye before using diagnostic tools. 

Han inspekterade maskineriet med blotta ögat innan han använde diagnostiska verktyg.

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to [make] strides

to make progress or advance in a significant way

Ex: The student has made strides in improving her grades since she started tutoring sessions. 
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to [garner] attention

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

Ex: The fashion designer's bold designs have garnered attention on the international runway. 
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to [make] sense

to be understandable in a way that is reasonable

Ex: After hearing all the evidence, the verdict made sense to the jury. 
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to [pay] tribute to {sb/sth}

to show respect or recognition to someone or something

Ex: The artist's work pays tribute to the beauty of nature and the environment. 
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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 [hold] {sth} sacred

to regard something with great respect, honor, or devotion

Ex: The ancient temple is held sacred by the local community and is a site of pilgrimage for many. 
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to [bring] {sth} to bear

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

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to [set] {sb} to work

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

Ex: She set the new intern to work on data analysis. 
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to [pass] judgment

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

Ex: He refused to pass judgment on the controversial political decision. 
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to [make] a living

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

Ex: After retiring, he continued to make a living by offering consulting services in his expertise. 
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to [keep] track of {sb/sth}

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

Ex: It's important to keep track of your expenses to manage your budget effectively. 
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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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scared stiff

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

Ex: Even the bravest in the group were scared stiff when the lights went out. 
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to rise above

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

övervinna, höja sig över

övervinna, höja sig över

Ex: He decided to rise above the negative comments about his art, focusing on his passion for creativity. 

Han bestämde sig för att höja sig över de negativa kommentarerna om sin konst och fokusera på sin passion för kreativitet.

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hustle and bustle

a busy, noisy, and active environment or situation

Ex: The hustle and bustle of the airport made it difficult to find a quiet place to relax. 
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trial and error

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

Ex: Trial and error helped him find the right workout routine. 
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to [build] momentum

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

Ex: Her career began to build momentum after she landed a role in a major film. 
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to [lend] credence

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

Ex: The expert's endorsement lends credence to the product's effectiveness and safety. 
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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

Ex: Employees are obliged to follow workplace safety protocols to ensure a secure environment for themselves and their colleagues. 
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to [issue] a warning

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

Ex: he airline issued a warning to passengers about the turbulent weather conditions expected during the flight. 
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to be steeped in

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

Ex: The novel is steeped in suspense, keeping readers on the edge of their seats until the very end. 
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to [cast] doubt on {sth}

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

Ex: The professor encouraged students to cast doubt on traditional theories and think critically. 
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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 [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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