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Collocations with 'Break'

Learn natural everyday phrases using the verb 'Break'.

Collocations with "Break"
  • break a habit: Stop a regular bad routine.
  • break a promise: Fail to honor an agreement.
  • break a record: Exceed previous best performance.
  • break the ice: Relieve tension among strangers.
  • break someone's heart: Cause deep emotional grief.
  • break the news: Announce significant updates.
Collocations with "Catch"
  • catch a cold / flu: Contract a viral illness.
  • catch fire: Ignite and begin burning.
  • catch someone's eye: Attract attention visually.
  • catch a train / bus: Board scheduled transport.
  • catch sight of: Catch a brief glimpse of.
  • catch your breath: Rest after heavy exertion.
Collocations with "Save"
  • save money / funds: Set aside financial wealth.
  • save time: Conserve hours through efficiency.
  • save someone's life: Rescue from death.
  • save space: Use compact arrangement.
  • save energy: Conserve power or electricity.
  • save oneself the trouble: Avoid unnecessary effort.