Collocations - Adjectives + Nouns

  1. Bright future: A future that appears promising or optimistic.
  2. Bitter experience: An unpleasant or distressing experience.
  3. Heavy rain: Intense or abundant precipitation falling from the sky.
  4. Smooth transition: A seamless or effortless change from one state to another.
  5. Warm welcome: A friendly or enthusiastic greeting extended to someone.
  6. Cold shoulder: A dismissive or unfriendly attitude towards someone.
  7. Golden opportunity: An exceptional chance or prospect for success.
  8. Silent night: A peaceful and quiet evening or period of time.
  9. Dark secret: A hidden or confidential piece of information that is potentially harmful.
  10. Great success: A significant or remarkable achievement.
  11. Sweet dreams: Pleasant or enjoyable dreams experienced during sleep.
  12. Clear explanation: A concise and understandable clarification of a topic or issue.
  13. Red apple: A fruit with a red-colored outer skin.
  14. Green light: Permission or approval to proceed with something.
  15. Blue sky: The clear and unclouded expanse of the sky during daylight.
  16. White lie: A harmless or innocent falsehood told to avoid hurting someone.
  17. Black sheep: A person who is viewed as disreputable or different from the rest of the group.
  18. Silver lining: A positive aspect or outcome found in a challenging or difficult situation.
  19. Golden rule: A fundamental principle or guideline for ethical behavior.
  20. Open door: An opportunity or invitation that is readily available or accessible.
  21. Full moon: The phase of the moon when it appears fully illuminated from the Earth's perspective.
  22. Empty promise: A commitment or assurance that lacks sincerity or intention to follow through.
  23. Strong coffee: Coffee with a bold and intense flavor or high caffeine content.
  24. Broken heart: Emotional distress or anguish resulting from a romantic disappointment or loss.
  25. Dead end: A situation with no further progress or resolution possible.
  26. High priority: A matter or task of significant importance or urgency.
  27. Soft touch: A person who is easily persuaded or manipulated, often due to kindness or generosity.
  28. Tough decision: A difficult choice or selection requiring careful consideration.
  29. Open mind: Willingness to consider new ideas, perspectives, or possibilities without prejudice.
  30. Big picture: An overall perspective or comprehensive view of a situation or issue.
  31. Quick fix: A temporary or expedient solution to a problem or difficulty.
  32. High risk: A situation or activity with a significant likelihood of unfavorable outcomes.
  33. Low blow: An unfair or underhanded attack, often directed at someone's vulnerabilities.
  34. Flat tire: A punctured or deflated tire on a vehicle.
  35. Wide range: A broad or extensive variety of options, choices, or possibilities.
  36. Short notice: A brief or limited period of time given before something is expected or required.
  37. Empty nest: A household where children have grown up and moved out, leaving the parents alone.
  38. Warm climate: A region characterized by mild or pleasant temperatures throughout the year.
  39. Cool breeze: A gentle and refreshing wind, often associated with comfort or relaxation.
  40. Strong bond: A close and enduring connection or relationship between individuals.
  41. Bright idea: A clever or innovative thought or concept.
  42. Golden age: A period of prosperity, achievement, or cultural flourishing.
  43. Hard work: Diligent effort or labor expended to achieve a goal or objective.
  44. Soft spot: A tender or sentimental feeling of affection or empathy towards someone or something.
  45. Sharp mind: A keen intellect or mental acuity.
  46. Deep sleep: A state of unconsciousness characterized by minimal awareness and bodily activity.
  47. Cold feet: A sudden reluctance or fear to proceed with a planned course of action.
  48. High road: The morally upright or honorable course of action.
  49. Low profile: The intentional avoidance of attracting attention or publicity.
  50. White flag: A symbol of surrender or truce, typically displayed during conflict or negotiation.
  51. Red carpet: A ceremonial treatment or extravagant welcome extended to distinguished guests or VIPs.
  52. Green thumb: A natural talent or skill for gardening or plant cultivation.
  53. Black belt: A high-ranking achievement in martial arts, indicating advanced skill and proficiency.
  54. Silver screen: A metaphorical term for the film industry or cinema.
  55. Golden ticket: An exclusive invitation or opportunity with significant privileges or benefits.
  56. Bright side: The optimistic or positive aspect of a situation or circumstance.
  57. Clear winner: The undisputed victor or champion in a competition or contest.
  58. Red flag: A warning signal or indication of potential danger or concern.
  59. White noise: A continuous and uniform sound used to mask or drown out other noises.
  60. Blue collar: Referring to manual labor or working-class occupations.
  61. Green light: A signal allowing someone to proceed with a particular action or endeavor.
  62. Red ink: A financial deficit or loss recorded in accounting, often represented in red.
  63. Black tie: A formal dress code requiring men to wear a black bow tie and dinner jacket.
  64. Silver medal: A second-place award or recognition in a competition or event.
  65. Golden rule: A fundamental principle advocating treating others as one would wish to be treated.
  66. Blue moon: A rare occurrence of two full moons within a calendar month.
  67. White lie: A harmless or trivial falsehood told to avoid hurting or upsetting someone.
  68. Green thumb: A talent or knack for gardening or nurturing plants.
  69. Red carpet: The treatment or reception reserved for VIPs or honored guests.
  70. Black sheep: A person considered odd or disreputable within a group or family.
  71. Silver lining: A hopeful or positive aspect in a challenging or negative situation.
  72. Golden age: A period of great prosperity, progress, or cultural achievement.
  73. Highway robbery: An exorbitant or unfair price charged for goods or services.
  74. Wide awake: Fully alert and conscious, not drowsy or sleepy.
  75. Crystal clear: Perfectly transparent or easily understood without ambiguity.
  76. Heavy heart: A feeling of profound sadness or grief, often associated with loss or disappointment.
  77. Deep breath: Inhaling air deeply to relax or calm oneself.
  78. Bitter truth: An unpleasant or harsh reality that must be acknowledged.
  79. Golden opportunity: A chance or occasion that offers great potential for success or advancement.
  80. Cold sweat: Perspiration caused by fear, anxiety, or nervousness.
  81. Big apple: A nickname for New York City, emphasizing its importance or prominence.
  82. Short cut: A quicker or more direct route to reach a destination or achieve a goal.
  83. Fast lane: The lane on a highway designated for faster-moving vehicles.
  84. Big cheese: A person of importance or influence, often in a leadership position.
  85. Rough estimate: An approximate calculation or assessment, not precise or detailed.
  86. Clear winner: An obvious or indisputable victor in a competition or contest.
  87. Fresh start: A new beginning or opportunity to make a clean break from the past.
  88. Heavy burden: A significant or weighty responsibility that is difficult to bear.
  89. Strong foundation: A solid base or groundwork for building or development.
  90. Green light: Permission or approval to proceed with a particular action or plan.
  91. Red flag: A warning sign or indicator of potential danger or problems.
  92. Golden ticket: A highly coveted or exclusive invitation or opportunity.
  93. Clear conscience: A sense of moral or ethical integrity, free from guilt or wrongdoing.
  94. Soft touch: A person who is easily influenced or manipulated due to kindness or naivety.
  95. Golden handshake: A generous severance or retirement package offered to an employee.
  96. Bright idea: A clever or innovative thought or concept.
  97. Open mind: Willingness to consider new ideas or perspectives without prejudice or bias.
  98. Silver bullet: A simple and effective solution to a complex problem.
  99. Black belt: A high level of proficiency or expertise in martial arts.
  100. Golden rule: A fundamental principle advocating treating others with kindness and respect.

 

Here is the same list but grouped by the adjective used:

 

Collocations with "Bright":

  1. Bright future
  2. Bright idea

Collocations with "Bitter":

  1. Bitter experience
  2. Bitter truth

Collocations with "Heavy":

  1. Heavy rain
  2. Heavy heart
  3. Heavy burden

Collocations with "Smooth":

  1. Smooth transition

Collocations with "Warm":

  1. Warm welcome
  2. Warm climate

Collocations with "Cold":

  1. Cold shoulder
  2. Cold feet
  3. Cold sweat

Collocations with "Golden":

  1. Golden opportunity
  2. Golden age
  3. Golden rule
  4. Golden ticket
  5. Golden handshake

Collocations with "Silent":

  1. Silent night

Collocations with "Dark":

  1. Dark secret

Collocations with "Great":

  1. Great success

Collocations with "Sweet":

  1. Sweet dreams

Collocations with "Clear":

  1. Clear explanation
  2. Clear winner
  3. Crystal clear
  4. Clear conscience

Collocations with "Red":

  1. Red apple
  2. Red flag
  3. Red ink
  4. Red carpet
  5. Red flag

Collocations with "Green":

  1. Green light
  2. Green thumb

Collocations with "White":

  1. White lie
  2. White noise
  3. White flag

Collocations with "Black":

  1. Black sheep
  2. Black tie
  3. Black belt

Collocations with "Silver":

  1. Silver lining
  2. Silver screen
  3. Silver medal
  4. Silver bullet

Collocations with "Open":

  1. Open door
  2. Open mind

Collocations with "Big":

  1. Big picture
  2. Big apple
  3. Big cheese

Collocations with "Quick":

  1. Quick fix

Collocations with "Low":

  1. Low blow
  2. Low profile

Collocations with "Short":

  1. Short notice
  2. Short cut

Collocations with "High":

  1. High priority
  2. High risk
  3. High road
  4. Highway robbery
  5. High lane

Collocations with "Wide":

  1. Wide range
  2. Wide awake

Collocations with "Smooth":

  1. Smooth transition

Collocations with "Rough":

  1. Rough estimate

Collocations with "Fresh":

  1. Fresh start

Collocations with "Soft":

  1. Soft touch
  2. Soft spot

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