Vocabulary

Word Combinations

For sentence 1-10 underline the correct alternative

N1. There is a heavy/hard/strong/tough possibility I’ll get a pay rise in January

N2. He hasn’t got the fairest/slightest/longest/thinnest chance of winning the election. He is far too unpopular

N3. There is every/each/all/very likelihood that the government will introduce the measures this year

N4. There were far more of them than us. We didn’t stand/face/hold/keep the chance against them

N5. She was clearly rather worried and seemed close to edge/nerves/tension/tears

N6. I’m elated/ delighted/pleasant/anxious to meet you at last, Mr. Wood. Let me take your bag

N7. The young singer fulfilled/ enjoyed/was/ became overnight success last year when her debut single ‘Burning Ambition’ reached number 1

N8. He had never acted before, but he rose/arose/aroused/raised to the challenge and gave a very convincing performance

N9. At 85 she says she is unlikely to realize her resounding/ longing/lifelong/overall ambition of learning to fly

N10. Snacks and easy/loose/light/full refreshments are available in the lounge area

: Answers

N1. Strong
N2. Slightest
N3. Every
N4. Stand
N5. Tears
N6. Delighted
N7. Enjoyed
N8. Rose
N9. Lifelong
N10. light