12. COLLOCATIONS C2 1

What does the word 'squirmed' mean in the sentence: 'She squirmed with embarrassment when her mistake was pointed out in front of everyone'?

• Apologized

• Cried

• Fidgeted

• Laughed

What does the word 'devoured' mean in the sentence: 'The hungry children devoured the pizza as soon as it was served'?

• Shared

• Threw away

• Ate quickly and eagerly

• Saved for later

What does the word 'conceded' mean in the sentence: 'After a long and bitter argument, he finally conceded defeat and admitted he was wrong'?

• Questioned

• Accepted

• Refused

• Ignored

What does the word 'raze' mean in the sentence: 'The earthquake razed the ancient city, destroying centuries of history in an instant'?

• Rebuilt

• Destroyed

• Protected

• Explored

What does the word 'flouting' mean in the sentence: 'He had no qualms about flouting the law if it meant he could achieve his goals'?

• Following

• Ignoring or disobeying

• Changing

• Understanding

She had a talent for (a)   celebrities' mannerisms and accents.

She (a)   when her mistake was pointed out in front of everyone.

His caring words helped (a)   of the grieving family.

After a long and bitter argument, he finally (a)   and admitted he was wrong.

The earthquake (a)   , destroying centuries of history in an instant.