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Ageism

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    Some vocabulary questions
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  • The new product launch is going to __________ in the market.
    showcase
    take a dive
    flop
    make a splash
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  • It's ___________ a few times and still runs like a charm
    been around the block
    long in the tooth
    seen a few seasons
    no spring chicken
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  • Despite tough competition, our company was able to __________ the others and secure the contract.
    take over
    edge out
    prevail upon
    edge in
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  • The hiker had to __________ a group of bees while trekking through the forest.
    fend off
    knock off
    play off
    back off
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  • The new __________ impressed everyone with their performance in the championship.
    young maiden
    kid on the block
    old codger
    old maid
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  • The sudden drop in temperature was an __________ that winter was approaching.
    indicator
    precursor
    warning
    sure sign
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  • Despite his impressive qualifications, the hiring committee chose to _____ him _____ for the job due to his lack of experience.
    give/a go
    move/on
    pass/over
    send/out
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  • What does you can’t teach an old dog new tricks mean?
    It's difficult to teach someone new skills or to change their habits or behavior when they are set in their ways.
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  • What does new kid on the block mean?
    It refers to a person or thing that is new or inexperienced in a particular area or situation.
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  • What does to be getting on a bit mean?
    To be getting older or approaching old age but not yet elderly.
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