Collocations: Mastery — Literary & Idiomatic Precision (C2)

Her sudden departure from the company ___ a great deal of speculation.

The new evidence appeared to ___ the defence lawyer's argument.

She has always ___ an innate sense of justice.

The prime minister's decision to resign ___ the government into chaos.

The philosopher's work has ___ a lasting mark on Western thought.

His refusal to compromise was perceived as ___ contempt for his colleagues.

The committee's recommendations ___ short of what was needed.

The scandal ___ the reputation of the entire profession.

She was determined to ___ her principles, regardless of the consequences.

The documentary ___ uncomfortable truths about the fashion industry.

His ___ grasp of classical literature impressed even the professors.

She managed to ___ a smile despite her grief.

Her groundbreaking paper ___ the stage for decades of further research.

The opposition leader ___ the prime minister's decision as an act of cowardice.

The region's ancient traditions have ___ the test of time.