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Gain a reputation for = become known for

It became clear that her life would be different as she gained a reputation for climbing trees and hunting rats.

It became clear that her life would be different as she became known for climbing trees and hunting rats.

The new manager is fluent in five languages and quickly gained a raputation for being able to handle the company's overseas partners.

Greg likes to take his time and gain a reputation for always being late.

 

Have an excellent reputation

The car dealer has an excellent reputation for customer service.

This maganize has a bad  reputation for twisting the interviewees' comments.

 

purchase

The couple purchased their first house after they had their first baby.

You can puchase tickets for concert online one month in advance.

 

concentrate

He finally decided to concentrate on his studying.

The company is now concentrating on developing new products.

 

 

fear

phobia

acrophobia : a morbid fear of great heights

claustrophobia : a morbid fear of being closed in a confined space

arachnophobia : a morbid fear of spider

 

 

 

 

 

 

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