IDIOMS TESTED ON THE GMAT
Memorizing these can be very useful for evaluating many GMAT sentences.
201. Target as
Examples
The Aurora program is targeted at improving women's health.
Incorrect Usage:
The uncomplimentary remarks were targeted to the host.
Correct Usage: The
uncomplimentary remarks were targeted at the host.
202. Train to
Examples
I train to perform like an athlete.
Incorrect Usage: He
was trained as an athlete ever since he was a child..
Correct Usage: He
was trained to become an athlete ever since he was a child.
203. Use as
Examples
The airline staff supplies cotton balls to use as ear plugs.
Incorrect Usage:
language can be used like a weapon..
Correct Usage:
language can be used as a weapon.
204. The use of
Examples
The bar is for the use of members only.
Certain business issues are arising through the use of social media.
205. View as
For example
Crews continue to drill a relief well, viewed as the best chance to stop the leak altogether.
206. In violation of
Examples
They were in open violation of the treaty.
Steve Mason notified that his property is in violation of the local land laws.
207. Wait on
Examples
He seems to expect me to wait on him hand and foot.
We'll wait on the results of blood tests and then proceed with the investigation.
208. Wait for
Examples
I would just hang around and wait for the game to get over.
We are waiting for the rain to stop before we go out.
209. To be willing to do sth
Examples
On eBay, international customers are willing to pay a premium to get their hands on an iPad.
They keep a list of people willing to work nights.
210. Worry about
Examples
Economists are worried about the rising unemployment figures.
Don't worry about me. i'll be alright.
The end of idioms tested on the GMAT section. Learn hard and good luck!
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