Opinions, Arguments & Priorities — Collocations
The adjective partnerships of debates, essays, and boardrooms. · Pattern: Adjective + Noun · Level B2
a strong argument
A convincing, well-supported point in a debate.
Example: She presented a strong argument for the new law.
⚠️ Not: “a powerful argument (close, but strong is the native default)” — say “a strong argument”.
a strong opinion
A firm, confident view about something.
Example: He has a strong opinion about social media.
⚠️ Not: “a big opinion” — say “a strong opinion”.
common sense
Practical judgment everyone expects you to have.
Example: Using common sense, always wear a helmet on a bike.
⚠️ Not: “shared sense” — say “common sense”.
a serious problem
An important, worrying problem.
Example: Traffic is a serious problem in this city.
⚠️ Not: “a big problem (weaker — serious shows the stakes)” — say “a serious problem”.
a strong chance
A high probability.
Example: There's a strong chance of rain tomorrow.
⚠️ Not: “a high chance (chance takes strong)” — say “a strong chance”.
a high priority
Something very important that must be done first.
Example: Safety is a high priority for airlines.
⚠️ Not: “a strong priority” — say “a high priority”.
a key factor
One of the most important causes or influences.
Example: Price is a key factor for most buyers.
⚠️ Not: “a main key” — say “a key factor”.
a major problem
A very large or important problem.
Example: Housing cost is a major problem for young workers.
⚠️ Not: “a grand problem” — say “a major problem”.
a golden opportunity
A perfect, rare chance to do something.
Example: The internship is a golden opportunity for students.
⚠️ Not: “a gold opportunity” — say “a golden opportunity”.
hard evidence
Real proof that can be checked, not feelings or rumors.
Example: The court needs hard evidence, not stories.
⚠️ Not: “strong evidence” — say “hard evidence”.
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