Share Workplace Idioms
Save to Folder
"Cutting corners on your project will cause careless errors"
To do something the easiest or quickest way
“Just look up the answer online; it’s not rocket science.”
Something is not complicated to understand
“It’s time to get the ball rolling on the project."
To get started
“We have a new team member starting this week. Can everyone help him get up to speed?"
To be familiar with current information, to understand what is going on
“Put that report on the back burner and focus on new business.”
Low priority, not as important
“The client rejected our original concept, so it’s back to the drawing board.”
To start again after a plan or idea was not successful
“The new business pitch will be hard work, but we’re in it for the long haul.”
A long period of time
“Company outings are a nice change of pace from our regular work week.”
To do something different from a normal routine
“Stop looking at past examples and think outside the box.”
To go beyond a normal idea, think of something different or creative
“Let’s all communicate constantly so we are on the same page.”
To have a shared understanding with others
“She went out on a limb to defend my different plan
To do or say something risky
“Next time, do more research instead of jumping the gun.”
To do something early or before the right time
“After receiving negative feedback, she was ready to throw in the towel.”
To quit or accept failure
“Please redo the presentation since you missed the mark the first time.”
To fail to achieve an intended goal
“There will be random testing on this, so stay on your toes.”
To stay alert
“The team must raise the bar if we want to win a customer service award.”
To raise standards or expectations
