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Break the ice
to start a conversation or activity in a way that makes people feel more comfortable.
On the same page
to have the same understanding or agreement about something.
Think outside the box
to come up with creative or unconventional ideas.
Hit the ground running
to begin a task or job with energy and efficiency right away.
Pull your weight
to do your fair share of the work.
Go the extra mile
to do more than what is required or expected.
In the long run
over a long period of time or after some time has passed.
Back to the drawing board
to start over after a plan or idea has failed.
Keep an open mind
to be willing to consider new ideas or opinions.
Under the weather
feeling sick or unwell.
The ball is in your court
it’s your turn to take action or make a decision.
Learn the ropes
to become familiar with how something is done.
A win-win situation
a situation where everyone benefits.
Out of the blue
unexpectedly or without warning.
Call it a day
to stop working for the day or decide to end something.
Cut corners
to do something in a quicker, cheaper, or easier way that sacrifices quality.
