p. 5 Definition
to try to reach the same position, score, etc., as a competitor after you have fallen behind
catch up
You and I must really _____________ with each other sometime soon. We haven't talked in ages.
catch up
: an extra amount of money that is given to an employee
bonus
motivating
If you're worried because your daughter isn't home yet,________________ and call the police.
go with your gut feeling
To remain determined, resolute, or steadfast in one's opinion, belief, or perspective; to refuse to be persuaded by someone else into believing or doing something one does not agree with.
stick to your guns
I wasn't there last night. I have no idea what happened could you please______________
fill me in
: an amount of money that a worker is paid based on the number of hours, days, etc., that are worked
wages
rewarding
nervous about having to make a presentation to the entire board, but it is a challenge I will ____________.
face head-on
1. A place, activity, situation, or psychological state in which a person feels free from anxiety and is within their of ability, experience, security, and/or control.
your comfort zone
If you hate this class so much, you'd better _______________ and get a passing grade so that you don’t have to take it again next year.
grit your teeth
: a group of people who work for an organization or business
staff
challenging
Your store needs a bold sign that will _____________ of anyone walking down the street.
catch the eye
to tell someone the details about someone or something.
fill someone in
At 25 you’re old enough to____________ and make these decisions for yourself.
know your own mind
a type of job that requires special education, training, or skill
profession
monotonous
If you get ____________ any one question, just skip it and move on.
stuck on
Partly; in some way(s); in a certain way of looking at it.
in a sense
Though it is often outside ____________, traveling to foreign countries gives you a much greater perspective on how other people in the world live.
your comfort zone
a process by which someone is taught the skills that are needed for an art, profession, or job
training
qualifications
Lou is very sensitive—you can't say the slightest critical word to him without ______________.
hurting his feelings.