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Collocations With Other Verbs - Engagement & Exchange

Master English collocations for engagement and exchange, like "draw a comparison" and "bear in mind".

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to close the gap

to reduce or eliminate differences between two or more things to bring them closer together

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to draw a comparison

to analyze and highlight the similarities and differences between two or more things or concepts

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to jump to a conclusion

to make a hasty or premature judgment or decision without sufficient evidence or information

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to steer clear of somebody or something

to stay away from someone or something unpleasant, particularly one that is dangerous or troublesome

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to wait one's turn

to patiently remain in line or in a queue, allowing others to go ahead before it is one's opportunity to proceed

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to bear in mind

to remember or consider a particular piece of information or advice

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to wring something from somebody

to force someone to give one information, resources, or a response through persistent questioning or pressure

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to cross one's legs

to place one leg over the other, either while sitting or standing

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to lie low

to stay hidden and avoid unnecessary attention or activity

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to look forward to

to wait with satisfaction for something to happen

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to lend credence

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

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to build momentum

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

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