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KPG English Advanced Collocations and Idioms

Sophisticated idiomatic collocations, fixed binomials, and metaphorical phrases frequently evaluated in the Greek KPG C1/C2 exams.

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Cast aspersions on (colloc.)
To criticize, defame, or express malicious doubt regarding someone's character or integrity.
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Wreak havoc on/with (colloc.)
To cause widespread damage, destruction, systemic chaos, or severe disruption.
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At loggerheads with (idiom)
In stubborn, unresolved, and fierce disagreement or conflict with another party.
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Red herring (idiom)
A misleading clue, topic, or argument introduced deliberately to distract attention from the core issue.
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Pass the buck (idiom)
To shift responsibility, accountability, or blame for a problem onto someone else.
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Corridors of power (idiom)
The senior executive and administrative circles where high-level political and financial decisions are made.
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Null and void (binomial)
Having no legal validity, force, or binding effect from the outset; completely unenforceable.
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Cut one's losses (idiom)
To abandon an unprofitable or failing enterprise before incurring further catastrophic damage or debt.
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Curry favor with (colloc.)
To ingratiate oneself through insincere flattery, fawning behavior, or calculated favors.
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Run the gauntlet (idiom)
To endure a severe series of criticisms, attacks, trials, or hostile challenges from an assembly of opponents.
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Play devil's advocate (idiom)
To argue against a proposition not out of personal conviction, but to test its logical validity and strength.
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Tip of the iceberg (idiom)
A small, visible manifestation of a much larger, concealed, and dangerous underlying problem.
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Pay heed to (colloc.)
To give careful, deliberate attention and respectful consideration to advice, warnings, or facts.
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A bitter pill to swallow (idiom)
An unavoidable, unpleasant truth, loss, or humiliation that must be accepted with stoic resignation.
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Rest on one's laurels (idiom)
To become complacent and cease striving due to satisfaction with past accomplishments or successes.
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Steer clear of (idiom)
To carefully avoid a person, dangerous situation, or controversial topic that might cause trouble.
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Bide one's time (idiom)
To wait patiently and strategically for the opportune moment (kairos) before taking decisive action.
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In the pipeline (idiom)
Currently being processed, planned, or developed and expected to appear in the near future.
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Take with a grain of salt (idiom)
To regard an assertion with healthy skepticism and avoid accepting it as entirely accurate or factual.
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At the eleventh hour (idiom)
At the last possible moment or immediately before a critical deadline expires.
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Turn a blind eye to (idiom)
To deliberately ignore, overlook, or pretend not to notice an infraction, wrongdoing, or injustice.
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Bite the bullet (idiom)
To face an inevitable, difficult, or painful situation with courage and fortitude.
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A blessing in disguise (idiom)
An apparent misfortune or misfortune that ultimately results in an unforeseen beneficial outcome.
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Read between the lines (idiom)
To discern the deeper, implicit meaning or emotional intent concealed beneath literal spoken or written words.
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Burn the midnight oil (idiom)
To work or study late into the night with sustained diligence and concentration.
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Hit the nail on the head (idiom)
To describe an exact problem or reality with absolute accuracy, precision, and truth.
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Leave no stone unturned (idiom)
To conduct an exhaustive, thorough investigation or search, exploring every possible avenue.
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Spill the beans (idiom)
To divulge confidential information, trade secrets, or surprises prematurely or indiscreetly.

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