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numbers seem to be fading
What is happening to our sales figures?
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Indicating a decrease trend in something.
It appears that our sales numbers seem to be fading, indicating a decline in performance.
lay off
How are the recent financial challenges affecting employee job security?
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To terminate someone's employment
Unfortunately, due to the recent financial challenges, we have to lay off a few employees.
Out of the 215 firms
Analyst: "Our latest market research covered a wide range of companies. Out of the 215 firms surveyed, 80% reported an increase in digital adoption."
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From among
Analyst: "Our latest market research covered a wide range of companies. ________________ surveyed, 80% reported an increase in digital adoption."
When I was told that
Team Member: "When I was told that our project deadline was moved up, I immediately started reorganizing my tasks to ensure we meet the new timeline."
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An introductory phrase used to share a particular experience
Team Member: "________________ our project deadline was moved up, I immediately started reorganizing my tasks to ensure we meet the new timeline."
Going through the roof
How did the price of gasoline affect consumer spending?
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To increase rapidly or dramatically.
The price of gasoline going through the roof led to a decrease in consumer spending as people had less disposable income.
Keep cut clean
Project Manager: "As we proceed with the new software rollout, let's aim to keep the communication channels and documentation clean. Avoid unnecessary complexities for a smooth implementation."
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Maintain a straightforward and uncomplicated approach. Often used to encourage simplicity and clarity.
Project Manager: "As we proceed with the new software rollout, let's aim to ________________ the communication channels and documentation. Avoid unnecessary complexities for a smooth implementation."
Freak out on me
What happened when you told him the news?
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Reacting with strong negative emotions, panic, or anger, typically in response to a situation or someone's actions.
When I told him the news, he freaked out on me and started yelling uncontrollably.
Ran over the dog
Team Lead: "We ran over the dog when the server crashed during peak hours. Let's discuss a plan to prevent such issues and ensure a smoother experience for our users."
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to encounter an unexpected problem
Team Lead: "We ________________ when the server crashed during peak hours. Let's discuss a plan to prevent such issues and ensure a smoother experience for our users."
Poppin
Colleague 1: "Hey, how's everyone doing today? Anything poppin in your world?"
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Informal slang meaning "happening" or "exciting."
Colleague 1: "Hey, how's everyone doing today? Anything ________________ in your world?"
Gotta bounce
Why are you leaving so soon?
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Need to leave quickly or suddenly.
Sorry, but I gotta bounce because I have another appointment to get to.
Dignity
Manager: "I want to emphasize the importance of treating our clients with dignity, even in challenging situations.
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It involves maintaining one's self-respect and treating others with consideration and kindness.
Manager: "I want to emphasize the importance of treating our clients with ________________. It's crucial to maintain professionalism and respect in all our interactions."
We have been over this
Manager: "Team, we have been over this budget proposal in the last three meetings. Let's focus on the key points and address any outstanding concerns."
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Expressing that a topic or issue has already been discussed or covered thoroughly.
Manager: "Team, ______________ in the last three meetings. Let's focus on the key points and address any outstanding concerns."
Firmly believe
Team Leader: "I firmly believe that with our combined efforts, we can achieve the project goals well within the deadline."
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Holding a strong and unwavering belief in something.
Team Leader: "I __________________ that with our combined efforts, we can achieve the project goals well within the deadline."
Running in
A person quickly enters a room to inform others that a scheduled meeting has been called off.
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Entering a place quickly, usually with urgency.
She came running in with the news that the meeting was canceled.
Get the booze
Employee: "I'll be responsible for catering. I'll make sure to get the booze for the team-building event next Friday."
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Obtain alcoholic beverages.
Employee: "I'll be responsible for catering. I'll make sure to __________________ for the team-building event next Friday."
have a Blast
Did you have a blast at the concert last night?
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An enjoyable and exciting experience.
Yes, I had a blast at the concert last night; the energy and music were incredible!
Inch from
Sales Rep: "We are just an inch from closing the deal with the new client. A little more negotiation, and we're there."
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A very close distance, often used metaphorically to describe proximity to an outcome or achievement.
Sales Rep: "We are just an __________________ closing the deal with the new client. A little more negotiation, and we're there."
Glean the data
Analyst: "I've been working on the market analysis and managed to glean some useful data from the industry reports."
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Extracting valuable information
Analyst: "I've been working on the market analysis and managed to __________________ some useful data from the industry reports."
Handle setback with resilience
How do you deal with challenges?
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To cope with setbacks with strength and adaptability.
I handle setbacks with *resilience*, bouncing back stronger after facing difficulties.
Twisting a knife
Colleague: "Bringing up the budget cuts in the middle of the project presentation felt like twisting a knife. It was already a challenging situation."
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making a situation worse
Colleague: "Bringing up the budget cuts in the middle of the project presentation felt like __________________. It was already a challenging situation."
Slacker
Manager: "We can't afford to have any slackers on the team. Everyone needs to contribute to meet our project deadlines."
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A person who avoids work or responsibility.
Manager: "We can't afford to have any __________________ on the team. Everyone needs to contribute to meet our project deadlines."
Got sideways
Team Member: "The software update got sideways, and now we're dealing with unexpected bugs. We need to address this urgently."
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Encountered a problem or situation that went unexpectedly wrong.
Team Member: "The software update __________________, and now we're dealing with unexpected bugs. We need to address this urgently."
Act up
Colleague: "Please remind your team to stay focused during the client presentation. We can't afford anyone acting up during the meeting."
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Behave disruptively or inappropriately.
Colleague: "Please remind your team to stay focused during the client presentation. We can't afford anyone __________________ during the meeting."
Reinforce
Supervisor: "Let's reinforce the importance of punctuality in our team. Arriving on time is crucial for the success of our projects."
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Strengthen or support, often used in the context of reinforcing positive behaviors or practices.
Supervisor: "Let's __________________ the importance of punctuality in our team. Arriving on time is crucial for the success of our projects."
Overstep
After a meeting, someone realizes they may have spoken out of turn or taken actions beyond their authority.
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To go beyond what is acceptable or allowed.
I didn’t mean to overstep my boundaries during the meeting.
Charmed me
How did you feel about the new hire?
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Captivated or delighted
The new hire charmed me with her enthusiasm and genuine interest in the project.
Go dodge
Manager: "You can't just go dodge the difficult conversations. We need open communication to address challenges and find solutions."
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To avoid a situation or responsibility.
Manager: "You can't just __________________ the difficult conversations. We need open communication to address challenges and find solutions."
Immediate
Team Lead: "We need an immediate response to the client's inquiry. Let's prioritize addressing their concerns to maintain a good relationship."
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Happening or done without delay; instant.
Team Lead: "We need an __________________ response to the client's inquiry. Let's prioritize addressing their concerns to maintain a good relationship."
Booze talking
Colleague: "Don't take his comments too seriously; he had a few drinks. It's just booze talking."
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Speech or behavior influenced by alcohol consumption.
Colleague: "Don't take his comments too seriously; he had a few drinks. It's just __________________."
Noticeable change
Supervisor: "We've implemented the new workflow, and there's already a noticeable change in the team's efficiency. Keep up the good work."
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A change that is easily observed or perceived.
Supervisor: "We've implemented the new workflow, and there's already a __________________ in the team's efficiency. Keep up the good work."
Walk out off
Employee: "I won't tolerate disrespect. If someone continues with offensive remarks, I'll walk out of the meeting."
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Leave a place abruptly or without finishing an event or meeting.
Employee: "I won't tolerate disrespect. If someone continues with offensive remarks, I'll __________________ of the meeting."
discreet
Colleague: "When discussing confidential matters, please be discreet. We need to maintain a high level of trust within the team."
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Being careful and circumspect in one's speech or actions, especially to avoid causing offense or attracting attention.
Colleague: "When discussing confidential matters, please be __________________. We need to maintain a high level of trust within the team."

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