What is a collocation?

adhere to your principles

follow your beliefs strictly

arouse someone’s interest

make someone interested

come up with a suggestion/idea

think of/propose something

depart from normal patterns

act differently than usual

draw up a list/contract

prepare something official in writing

pass up a chance/opportunity

miss an opportunity

withstand pressure/the impact

resist or survive something strong

flatly contradict

something is completely wrong

fundamentally different

totally different in nature

utterly ridiculous

completely silly

strong object

completely disagree

idle threat

empty threat with no intention

vain hope

hope that won’t come true

a barrage of questions

many questions at once

a spate of attacks/thefts

many similar events in a short time

a stroke of luck

sudden good luck

a snippet of information

a small piece of news

words of wisdom

good advice

mounting concern/criticism

growing worry or complaints

plain/simple truth

honest facts

secluded location

a place that is private, quiet, and far away

stylish furnishings

furniture and home decor items that are fashionable, visually appealing, modern, or tastefully designed.

breathtaking views

scenery or vistas leave you feeling amazed, awed, or momentarily speechless

relaxing atmosphere

environment making people feel at ease and free from stress or tension