GENERAL/ABSTRACT- 3rd PART- Definitions Flashcards

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To have something as the main subject of discussion or interest

SYNONYMS:
focus, concentrate, pivot, hinge, be based

A

Centre around/on sth /ˈsentəʳ/

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To stop giving your attention to someone or something.

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Switch off (informal)

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3
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Exclude something unpleasant from one’s thoughts or memory.

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Block sth out

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4
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To treat something or someone as if they are not important.

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Blow sth/sb off

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To take someone’s attention away from what they want to be doing or should be doing.

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Put sb off (sth)

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