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At first: They didn't like Harpole at first, but now
they're quite happy.
As a result of: The plans were changed as a result of
his complaint.
At most: I've been to the cinema twice in four years,
or at most three times.
A spot of: "I can't see you tonight. I've got a spot of
work to do".
Annoyed (with) … about: He was annoyed with you
about the letter you wrote.
Aim at: Malcolm is aiming at winning a scholarship.
Bring about: the snow and ice brought about a
number of accident.
Cool down: The soup is too hot to eat, but it'll soon
cool down.
Fill with: He filled his pockets with money and ran
off.
Hear about: I haven't heard about your new job yet.
Tell me about it.
Inflict on: war always inflicts pain and suffering on
innocent people.
Out of luck: He fished for hours, but he was out of
luck.

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