Competition
With new competitors entering the market, the company had to ____the ante to stay relevant.
up (to increase your risks or demands in order to get a greater advantage)
The company plans to ramp ___ production ahead of the holiday season to meet rising demand.
up (to increase)
Instead of bottling everything up, it might be a better option to ____ your feelings early so the issue could be addressed before it escalated .
flag (to warn or tell everyone about your emotions)
I’ll touch ___ with the design team later today to make sure we’re aligned on the timeline.
base (contact)
I ____ the initiative and kicked off the discussion during the workshop.
took
Instead of overplanning every stage of the procedure, he decided to go with the ____ and see what would happen.
flow (to do what other people are doing or agree with what others are doing or saying)
The workshop focused on the nuts and ___ of project management.
bolts (the practical facts about a particular thing, rather than theories about it)
For some people, stress can ____ a switch and completely change their mood in seconds.
flip (to turn feelings on or off)
I’d love to take on another project, but I honestly don’t have the ______ right now.
bandwidth (the capacity)
With the right guidance and opportunities, everyone has the chance to ____ their potential.
fulfil
I chose not to ____the boat during the meeting, even though I had serious reservations about the new plan.
rock (do or say something that will upset people or cause problems)
Throughout the crisis, she proved to be an unwavering ____, guiding the team with calm authority.
captain (a leader who stays firm, steady, and confident, especially in difficult situations.)
After weeks of preparation, the abrupt cancellation of the project left the entire team feeling d_______.
deflated (feeling less confident and positive than before)
Minor interface changes won’t move the _____. We need a fundamental redesign to improve it.
needle (make a noticeable impact)
Adult learners will ______ for excellence by embracing innovative technologies and continuously updating their skills.
strive (to try very hard)