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Idioms: Business English

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    A gap fill exercises using common idioms: Outside the box On the backburner Run it up the flagpole Get the ball rolling Take it to the next level To touch base Hit the ground runni
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  • We've been discussing this project for a while now, but it's time to __________ and start implementing our ideas.
    get the ball rolling
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  • I think it's important not to put __________. You should explore different options for your investments.
    all your eggs in one basket
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  • Let's __________ and see if our new marketing strategy gets a positive response from our target audience.
    run it up the flagpole
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  • Before we make a decision, I'd like to __________ with the marketing team to gather their input.
    touch base
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  • When starting a new job, it's essential to __________ and make a strong impression on your colleagues.
    hit the ground running
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  • I don't want to rush into anything. I'll put this idea __________ for now and revisit it later.
    on the backburner
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  • It's not fair to __________ when a mistake was made by the entire team. We should take collective responsibility.
    throw someone under the bus
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  • Our current approach is not yielding the desired results. We need to think __________ and come up with innovative solutions.
    outside the box
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  • Let's __________ after we've had a chance to gather more information on the project.
    circle back
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  • I don't want to have __________ when it comes to my career. I'm exploring various opportunities.
    all my eggs in one basket
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