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Adjective + noun collocations for formal writing

Collocations · C2 · 16 words

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Sixteen C2 adjective + noun pairs such as 'a sweeping generalization' for essays, reports and critical reviews.

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  • a sweeping generalisation — a statement that is far too broad and ignores important exceptions or details
  • a cursory glance — a very quick look that pays no attention to detail
  • a glaring omission — something important that has very obviously been left out