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Some vocabulary questions

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The new product launch is going to __________ in the market.

flop

make a splash

showcase

take a dive

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It's ___________ a few times and still runs like a charm

no spring chicken

seen a few seasons

been around the block

long in the tooth

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Despite tough competition, our company was able to __________ the others and secure the contract.

edge out

edge in

prevail upon

take over

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The hiker had to __________ a group of bees while trekking through the forest.

back off

play off

knock off

fend off

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The new __________ impressed everyone with their performance in the championship.

young maiden

old codger

old maid

kid on the block

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The sudden drop in temperature was an __________ that winter was approaching.

indicator

precursor

sure sign

warning

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Despite his impressive qualifications, the hiring committee chose to _____ him _____ for the job due to his lack of experience.

pass/over

send/out

move/on

give/a go

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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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