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Strong Collocations

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Choose the correct answer or phrase to fill in the blank. Each question has only one correct answer.

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We _____ deny any involvement in the scandal.

  • utterly
  • categorically
  • sincerely

I _____ regret the loss of your loved one.

  • strongly
  • freely
  • deeply

I _____ endorse the local cancer society.

  • enthusiastically
  • honestly
  • freely

We _____ appreciate the current difficulties in this market.

  • freely
  • readily
  • categorically

I _____ recognize your need to improve your career.

  • fully
  • positively
  • strongly

I _____ believe he is telling the truth.

  • utterly
  • categorically
  • honestly

We'd like to _____ encourage you to buy this stock.

  • positively
  • utterly
  • totally

Our company _____ endorses his run for office.

  • readily
  • honestly
  • deeply

I _____ hope you are able to find employment soon.

  • deeply
  • sincerely
  • utterly

I'd like to _____ recommend you visit an employment specialist.

  • strongly
  • categorically
  • freely

They _____ reject any compromise in these negotiations.

  • enthusiastically
  • positively
  • totally

I'm afraid I _____ refuse to believe anything he says.

  • utterly
  • sincerely
  • readily

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