ADVANCED VOCABULARY - COLLOCATIONS - ADJECTIVE + NOUN 2

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1)	a vicious circle	a situation in which one problem causes another problem
2)	wishful thinking	a belief that something that you want to be true is true
3)	an irresistible temptation	a strong desire that is impossible to control
4)	a working knowledge	enough knowledge of a system, subject, language etc.
5)	a compulsive liar	someone who lies about everything for no reason
6)	capital punishment	the legally authorized killing of sb. as punishment for a crime
7)	a resounding success	a great success
8)	a golden opportunity	an excellent chance to do or get something
9)	a crushing blow	a major defeat or setback
10)	a recurrent dream	a dream that you have again and again