figuratively to describe a situation in which someone no longer has
interest in doing something.
lose your mind-
The loss of sanity.
lose touch with something/someone-
To no longer have contact.
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loved one(s)-
Used to describe a person who you feel very close or attached to,
including family members.
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Quick Review
Test your knowledge- put the correct collocation in the blank.
You might need to change the form of the words.
1.
I was _______that the office would be closed tomorrow.
2.
We want to buy a new couch for the _______.
3.
Although she used to love painting, she seems to have ______in
it.
4.
Christmas is a time to visit ______ in traditionally Christian
countries.
5.
This watch ________, it never breaks.
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