Collocation
give an opinion
to say what you think about something; to express a viewpoint
Definition
'give an opinion' is a common English collocation. to say what you think about something; to express a viewpoint
give + an opinion (on/about + something)
“Everyone had a chance to give an opinion on the new policy.”
Examples
- I do not want to give an opinion until I have all the facts.
- Can I give an opinion about the design before you finalize it?
- She gave an opinion on the proposal during the meeting.
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- He refused to give an opinion on the rumors.
- The judge cannot give an opinion about the case outside the courtroom.
- Before you give an opinion, please listen to both sides.
- We were asked to give an opinion on how to improve customer service.
- If you are not qualified, it is better not to give an opinion on medical issues.
- After reviewing the evidence, the analyst gave an opinion that the market would slow down.
More verb + noun phrases
- make an effort to try hard to do something, especially when it requires extra energy or commitment
- make a choice to decide between options
- make a phone call to call someone using a telephone
- make an appointment to arrange a specific time to meet someone, especially a professional such as a doctor or dentist
- make a complaint to formally say that you are unhappy with a service, product, or situation and want it dealt with