Collocations: Academic & Formal Precision (C1)

She had to ___ her disappointment and smile for the cameras.

The new evidence ___ serious doubts on the company's official account.

The politician tried to ___ blame for the failure on his opponents.

He ___ a deep fascination with ancient Greek philosophy.

The merger is expected to ___ sweeping changes to the company structure.

Her research ___ a challenge to the dominant theory in the field.

The discovery ___ entirely new avenues for scientific research.

She has always ___ a firm belief in the power of education.

The study ___ light on previously misunderstood aspects of the disease.

The crisis ___ the fragility of the global financial system.

She ___ enormous pressure to resign from her position.

The two countries agreed to ___ diplomatic relations.

The company's aggressive expansion plans ___ serious concerns among investors.

The chairman's vague answers only served to ___ suspicion.

The evidence ___ beyond any reasonable doubt.