What is a collocation?

Collocations with prepositions

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A collocation is a combination of words that are commonly used together in a language.
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Give an example of a collocation with 'make'.
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Make a decision.
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What does 'worn out' mean?
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To be extremely tired or exhausted.
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What is the preposition used with 'absorb'?
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In (e.g., absorbed in his work).
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What does 'pay attention' mean?
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To focus or concentrate on something.
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What is a common collocation with 'do'?
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Do homework.
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What does 'made progress' mean?
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To have improved or advanced in a task or goal.
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