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Out of
Manager: "We're 'Out of' stock for the popular product. Let's prioritize restocking to meet customer demand."
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Indicating a lack or absence of something.
Manager: "We're '____________________' stock for the popular product. Let's prioritize restocking to meet customer demand."
Sleazy
Why did you decide not to buy from that dealer?
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Morally corrupt or dishonest; disreputable.
I decided not to buy from that dealer because he seemed really sleazy and untrustworthy.
Shattered
How did you feel after hearing the news?
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deeply upset
I was completely shattered when I heard the news, and it took me a while to process it.
Outpaced feeling
Project Manager: "Our competitors are advancing rapidly. We can't afford an 'Outpaced feeling.' Let's step up our efforts."
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A sense of being overwhelmed or left behind.
Project Manager: "Our competitors are advancing rapidly. We can't afford an '____________________' feeling.' Let's step up our efforts."
Out we go
How do you feel when someone says, “Out we go”?
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An expression signaling the start of an action or departure.
When someone says “Out we go,” it makes me feel ready for a new adventure or task outside.
Got laid off
Colleague: "Unfortunately, I 'Got laid off' in the recent restructuring. I appreciate the support from everyone."
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To be terminated from employment, often due to downsizing or organizational changes.
Colleague: "Unfortunately, I '____________________' in the recent restructuring. I appreciate the support from everyone."
Screwed
Manager: "Due to unexpected delays, we're a bit 'Screwed' on the project timeline. Let's strategize to get back on track."
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In a difficult or challenging situation; often used informally to express frustration or predicament.
Manager: "Due to unexpected delays, we're a bit '____________________' on the project timeline. Let's strategize to get back on track."
Squashing
How do you handle squashing rumors in the workplace?
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To firmly suppress or put an end to something.
I handle squashing rumors in the workplace by addressing them directly, providing clear information, and fostering open communication.
Dawn on me
After searching for keys, a person realizes they left them at home.
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To suddenly understand or realize something.
It suddenly dawned on me that I had forgotten my keys at home.
Creeping me out
How do you feel about the abandoned house?
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Making someone feel uneasy or frightened.
The strange noises and eerie atmosphere of the abandoned house are really creeping me out.
Bet it was
Team Member: "I couldn't find the report. 'Bet it was' accidentally deleted. I'll work on recovering it."
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An expression indicating a strong belief or assumption about a situation or outcome.
Team Member: "I couldn't find the report. '____________________' accidentally deleted. I'll work on recovering it."
Cannot with you
Manager: "Your constant delays are driving me crazy. I 'Cannot with you' if we don't meet the deadline this time."
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An informal expression conveying exasperation or frustration with someone's actions or behavior.
Manager: "Your constant delays are driving me crazy. I '____________________' if we don't meet the deadline this time."
Break the curse
How did the team finally break the curse?
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To end a streak of bad luck
The team finally broke the curse by winning the championship after years of losses
Contest
Colleague: "Our marketing team will 'Contest' in the upcoming industry awards. Let's collaborate to create a winning entry."
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To engage in competition
Colleague: "Our marketing team will '____________________' in the upcoming industry awards. Let's collaborate to create a winning entry."
Don't freak out
Manager: "We're facing a tight deadline, but 'Don't freak out.' We have a solid plan, and I believe we can meet the timeline."
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not to panic
Manager: "We're facing a tight deadline, but '____________________.' We have a solid plan, and I believe we can meet the timeline."
Flick you
Team Member: "I think we should consider a different approach." Colleague: "'Flick you.' This strategy has proven success."
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to dismiss or reject someone
Team Member: "I think we should consider a different approach." Colleague: "'____________________.' This strategy has proven success."
None taken
Did you take offense at that comment?
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no one was offended or bothered
No, I understood it wasn’t meant to be hurtful—none taken.
Dripping with the spirit
Project Manager: "The new marketing campaign is 'Dripping with the spirit' of creativity. It will resonate well with our audience."
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Filled with enthusiasm, energy, or a particular quality.
Project Manager: "The new marketing campaign is '____________________' of creativity. It will resonate well with our audience."
Flogged
What happened when they broke the rules?
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To criticize severely
Breaking the rules would result in being flogged as a form of punishment.
Thug behaviour
Team Lead: "We won't tolerate any 'Thug' behavior in our workplace. Treat colleagues with respect and professionalism."
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An informal term referring to a violent or criminal person, often used pejoratively to describe aggressive or intimidating behavior.
Team Lead: "We won't tolerate any '____________________' behavior in our workplace. Treat colleagues with respect and professionalism."
Severity
How serious was the storm’s impact on the town?
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The seriousness or intensity of a situation or condition.
The severity of the storm’s impact was significant, causing widespread damage and power outages.
One step at a Time
Manager: "As we approach the project deadline, remember to take it 'One step at a time.' It ensures accuracy and quality."
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A phrase emphasizing the importance of taking things slowly and steadily, focusing on one task or aspect at a time.
Manager: "As we approach the project deadline, remember to take it '____________________.' It ensures accuracy and quality."
Toss ideas
Colleague: "Before we wrap up, let me 'Toss' some ideas on the table for our next marketing campaign. Open to feedback."
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To throw something with a quick, casual motion.
Colleague: "Before we wrap up, let me '____________________' some ideas on the table for our next marketing campaign. Open to feedback."
Went east for you
What did they do to accommodate your request?
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To make a special effort or sacrifice for someone else’s benefit.
They went east for you, rearranging their schedule to ensure your needs were met.
Giggle
How did she react to the joke?
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To laugh in a silly or playful way.
She couldn’t help but giggle at the funny punchline.
Speaking of weird
Colleague: "Speaking of weird, I came across an interesting article about innovative workplace practices. Let's explore some ideas."
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An expression used to transition into a topic or discussion that may be unconventional or unusual.
Colleague: "____________________, I came across an interesting article about innovative workplace practices. Let's explore some ideas."
Is that too much to ask
Manager: "Completing the report by end of day — 'Is that too much to ask?' Your input is crucial for our upcoming client meeting."
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A rhetorical question implying that a request or expectation is reasonable and should be fulfilled without difficulty.
Manager: "Completing the report by end of day — '____________________?' Your input is crucial for our upcoming client meeting."
Magician never reveal his secret
Project Manager: "Just like a magician never reveals his secret, it's crucial that we maintain confidentiality about our upcoming product launch."
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A saying emphasizing the importance of keeping certain information or processes confidential.
Project Manager: "Just like a '____________________,' it's crucial that we maintain confidentiality about our upcoming product launch."
reminiscent
Does this song remind you of anything from your past?
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Tending to remind one of something
Yes, this song is reminiscent of my childhood summers spent at my grandparents’ house.
Concealing
Manager: "There's no room for 'Concealing' issues. Let's have open discussions to address challenges and find solutions."
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Keeping something hidden or secret; not revealing or disclosing information.
Manager: "There's no room for '____________________' issues. Let's have open discussions to address challenges and find solutions."
Queasiness
Have you ever experienced queasiness while traveling?
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A feeling of nausea or unease, often in the stomach.
Yes, I’ve experienced queasiness while traveling on a boat; the motion sickness can be quite uncomfortable.

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