Adjunct Accusative

C1 16+

Collocations of adjunct accusative

important role
Frequency: 75 %

She plays an important role in the project.

close friend
Frequency: 70 %

She confided in her close friend about her problems.

main goal
Frequency: 60 %

His main goal is to finish his degree.

key factor
Frequency: 50 %

Time management is a key factor in his success.

vital component
Frequency: 45 %

Good communication is a vital component of a healthy relationship.

Idiomatic Expressions for adjunct accusative

  • Phrase: bear the brunt
    Meaning: to endure the worst part of a difficult situation
    Usage: During the economic crisis, the middle class bore the brunt of job losses.