Collocations
Collocations
Explore English words that belong together, with meanings, examples, and sentence practice. Browse by CEFR level or pattern, and add collocations to your deck for regular review.
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close your eyes
to shut your eyes
raise your hand
lift your hand to signal attention or indicate a response
shake your head
to move your head from side to side, typically indicating disagreement or disbelief
wave your hand
move your hand back and forth to greet or attract attention
change your mind
to alter a previous decision or opinion
nod your head
to move your head up and down, typically indicating agreement
rub your eyes
to press and move your fingers against your closed eyes, typically when tired
sign your name
to write one's signature on a document
use your brain
to think carefully or make a mental effort to solve a problem
answer your cell
To pick up and respond to an incoming call on a mobile phone
bow your head
to lower your head as a sign of respect, prayer, or sorrow
charge your cell
To recharge the battery of a mobile phone
do your part
contribute your own share of effort or responsibility toward a shared goal
prove your worth
to demonstrate that you are capable or valuable
reveal your age
disclose how old you are
shade your eyes
to cover your eyes with your hand to block strong light
speak your mind
to say honestly what you think or feel
take your pick
to freely choose from several available options
avert your eyes
to look away, especially from something unpleasant or shocking
choose your words
select language carefully, especially in a sensitive situation