Phrasal Verbs, Collocations & Expressions - Reading-UOE 13

deciding factor

the most important reason

dim/fading/hazy/vague memory

something that you remember slightly, but not very well

>< clear/vivid memory

narrow escape

lucky to get away safely

prime example

a very good example of something

sharp contrast

striking / shocking difference

strong chance

high probability

spell disaster

to cause something bad to happen in the future

get a buzz

have a strong feeling of excitement, pleasure, or success, or a similar feeling from drinking alcohol or taking drug

out of place

ectopic

a taste of

a short experience of something new

on a whim

a sudden wish to do something without a particular reason; a fanciful idea

play it by ear

to act without preparation

At the top of the bucket list

It refers to the most desired item or priority among someone's wishes or dreams.

a riot of colour

extremely colourful and bright

a stone's throw from

not far away from; close to

come in for

receive - especially criticism, blame

have faith in

to believe (in)

bow to one's wishes

to give in, yield, or do what someone wants—often reluctantly or under pressure.

come up against sth

have to deal with a problem or difficulty

drain on

a heavy use of resources

driven out

compel to leave a place

wipe out

to destroy completely

dawn on

Suddenly realize something for first time

go through with

complete a promise or plan - usually unwillingly

head off

to start a journey or leave a place

set out

explain, describe or arrange sth in a clear and detailed way

catch up with

reach the same point/level as

stumble upon

to find or discover something by chance and unexpectedly

grave disease

disorder of the thyroid gland characterized by the presence of hyperthyroidism, goiter, and exophthalmos

injection of money

Increases demand for goods and services.