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Collocations for horizon - noun

1. line where earth and sky meet

ADJECTIVE

northern, southern, etc.
distant, far
The sea stretched away to the distant horizon.

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VERB + horizon

scan
The captain scanned the horizon for any sign of other vessels.

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PREPOSITION

above the horizon
I watched the pale sun climb over the horizon.
below the horizon
The sun was sinking rapidly below the western horizon.
beyond the horizon
Land was still out of sight beyond the horizon.
on the horizon
A cloud of dust on the horizon announced the arrival of the cavalry.
over the horizon
The moon was rising over the horizon.

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2. (horizons) limits to knowledge/experience

ADJECTIVE

limited, narrow
new
cultural, intellectual, musical, political
Her trips to Asia have broadened her cultural horizons.

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VERB + HORIZONS

broaden, expand, open up, widen
It is hoped that the course will open up new horizons for students.
limit, narrow
Their horizons were limited to events within the town community.

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HORIZONS + VERB

stretch
His horizons didn't stretch beyond his next game.

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PREPOSITION

beyond your horizon
They had become aware of possibilities beyond their own limited horizons.

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