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Expressions and Idioms

In the long run, take into account, fall short of.

Fixed phrases · FCE Use of English · Context
B2 Vocabulary

Why expressions matter

FCE Use of English Part 1 (multiple choice cloze) often tests fixed expressions and idioms. The correct answer is often the only one that forms the right collocation or phrase.
Français
English
d'autre part
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on the other hand — introduces a contrasting point
à long terme
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in the long run — over a long period of time
prendre en compte
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take into account — consider a factor when deciding
joindre les deux bouts
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make ends meet — earn just enough money to live on
suivre
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keep up with — stay at the same pace as
accepter
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come to terms with — accept something difficult

More useful expressions

Français
English
garder à l'esprit
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bear in mind — remember to consider
aller à l'essentiel
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get to the point — say the most important thing without delay
une question de temps
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a matter of time — something that will certainly happen eventually
au bord de
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on the verge of — very close to something happening
être en dessous de
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fall short of — fail to meet a target or expectation
aller de pair
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go hand in hand — be closely connected or always occur together

Examples in context

Switching to renewable energy costs more now, but in the long run it will save money.
Many families are struggling to make ends meet because of rising inequality.
It is only a matter of time before AI replaces many white-collar jobs.
Poverty and poor health tend to go hand in hand.

Summary

Français
English
contraste
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Contrast — on the other hand
temps
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Time — in the long run · a matter of time · on the verge of
considération
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Consideration — take into account · bear in mind
connexion
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Connection — go hand in hand · keep up with · come to terms with
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