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pledge of
The company promised to support the environmental conservation efforts.
What did the company make to support the cause?
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A solemn promise or commitment to do something.
The company made a pledge of $1 million to support the environmental conservation efforts.
opt for remote work
Manager: "After careful consideration, we 'Opted' for a hybrid work model to accommodate both in-office and remote work preferences."
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make a choice
Manager: "After careful consideration, we '____________________' for a hybrid work model to accommodate both in-office and remote work preferences."
toll
Finance Director: "Let's evaluate the financial 'Toll' of the proposed expansion project before making a final decision."
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The negative impact or cost of a particular action or situation.
Finance Director: "Let's evaluate the financial '____________________' of the proposed expansion project before making a final decision."
commuter
HR Manager: "We're exploring new benefits for our 'Commuter' employees, such as flexible hours or remote work options."
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A person who travels regularly, typically to work or school, often over a considerable distance.
HR Manager: "We're exploring new benefits for our '____________________' employees, such as flexible hours or remote work options."
put off
Why did you delay starting the project?
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To postpone or delay an action or decision.
I put off starting the project because I had other urgent tasks to complete first.
at the expense of
Have you ever achieved success at the expense of your personal life?
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To the detriment or sacrifice of something else.
Yes, I’ve achieved success at the expense of my personal life by dedicating long hours to work and neglecting other aspects of my life.
Creasy
What steps can you take to prevent your clothes from becoming creasy when packing for a trip?
Team Member: "Let's avoid becoming 'Creasy' during challenging discussions and maintain a positive atmosphere in the team."
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Easily irritated or annoyed.
What steps can you take to prevent your clothes from becoming creasy when packing for a trip?
Team Member: "Let's avoid becoming '____________________' during challenging discussions and maintain a positive atmosphere in the team."
Hindered
Project Lead: "Identify factors that may have 'Hindered' our project timeline and propose solutions to overcome potential challenges."
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To create obstacles that slow down progress.
Project Lead: "Identify factors that may have '____________________' our project timeline and propose solutions to overcome potential challenges."
I have been waiting upon many years
Colleague: "I'm excited about the upcoming project launch. 'I have been waiting upon many years' for an opportunity like this."
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Expressing a long period of waiting or anticipation.
Colleague: "I'm excited about the upcoming project launch. '____________________' for an opportunity like this."
turn to
Who do you seek advice from?
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To seek help, advice, or support from someone
Whenever I need advice, I turn to my mentor for guidance.
Look out for
Manager: "During the market analysis, 'Look Out for' emerging trends that could impact our business strategy."
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Be watchful or attentive; anticipate or expect.
Manager: "During the market analysis, '____________________' emerging trends that could impact our business strategy."
Evade
Team Member: "Let's not 'Evade' addressing the client's concerns. We need a direct and honest approach to resolve the issues."
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To escape or avoid, especially by cleverness or trickery.
Team Member: "Let's not '____________________' addressing the client's concerns. We need a direct and honest approach to resolve the issues."
Belittles the meaning
Manager: "Avoid language that 'Belittles' the efforts of team members. Let's acknowledge and appreciate everyone's contributions."
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To make something seem less important.
Manager: "Avoid language that '____________________' the efforts of team members. Let's acknowledge and appreciate everyone's contributions."
Disparage
Have you ever encountered someone who constantly disparages others?
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To criticize
Yes, I’ve encountered individuals who constantly *disparage* others, often to make themselves feel superior.
Unwavering
Despite facing difficulties, she continued to strongly support the cause without any hesitation or doubt.
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Steady and resolute; not fluctuating.
Despite the challenges, her support for the cause remained unwavering.
Balance and Excel
What is our goal for maintaining a productive and positive work environment while achieving high performance?
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To maintain equilibrium and achieve outstanding performance.
Team Lead: "Our goal is to 'Balance and Excel.' Let's ensure a harmonious work environment while delivering exceptional results."
Inhibit the progress
Project Lead: "Identify factors that may be 'Inhibiting' our progress and propose solutions to overcome these obstacles."
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Hindering, restricting, or preventing progress or development.
Project Lead: "Identify factors that may be '____________________' our progress and propose solutions to overcome these obstacles."
Preserve
Operations Manager: "It's essential to 'Preserve' the confidentiality of sensitive information. Follow proper data security protocols."
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To protect or keep something in its original or existing state.
Operations Manager: "It's essential to '____________________' the confidentiality of sensitive information. Follow proper data security protocols."
Adhere to the regulations
In a workplace, a manager reminds employees to follow established rules to maintain a safe environment.
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To stick to or follow a rule, plan, or agreement; to conform or comply.
All employees must adhere to the regulations to ensure workplace safety.
Expedite
How can we ensure the project meets its deadline?
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To speed up the progress
We can expedite the project by reallocating resources and streamlining the approval process.

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