Propositional Phrases Flashcards
1
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in the region of
A
The average height of Argentinian men is in the region of 1.74cm
2
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on the brink of
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If something is teetering on the brink/edge of a bad situation, it is likely that the situation will happen soon
3
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to some extent
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Anyone in a good relationship has to compromise to some extent.
4
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in conjunction with
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The medicine is typically used in conjunction with other treatments.
5
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on behalf of
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The man said that he was acting on behalf of a relative
6
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on the verge of
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The company was on the verge of going bankrupt
7
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on the grounds of
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She refused his advances on the grounds of not wanting to complicate their friendship
8
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with the exception of
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It’s all here, with the exception of the sweater.
