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Some potential clients ask for a discounts every now and then, but I s____ my g___ and get the full asking price.
I stand my ground
Even at the weekend I receive a lot of messages from my colleagues! I can't get my mind off work!
I am bombarded with messages
What kind of achievements do you have under your belt?
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It rings a bell!
To seem familiar, remind one of something, or stimulate an incomplete or indistinct memory.
That was a warning bell, hands down.
a warning bell
When you're the boss, staying late at the office just c___ with the t____.
comes with the territory
Even during challenging times, the team's (loyal, unwavering in attitude) supporters never wavered in their loyalty.
staunch
When was the last time you took a walk down memory lane?
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meticulous
very precise about details, even trivial ones; painstaking
I've been out of sorts lately.
out of sorts
Sarah quickly r___ e____ before heading to work, stopping at the bank, the grocery store, and the post office.
ran errands
After years of working in the same job, Sam felt (tired and lacking enthusiasm due to overexposure or having experienced too much of something) and unmotivated, longing for a fresh start.
jaded
Are you considering taking the plunge and making a significant life change or decision?
to take the plunge
to throw in the towel
To give up on some endeavor; to quit or abandon something; to admit defeat or failure.
They seem to be joined at the hip!
to be joined at the hip
If you're lonely, you should go out and try to s___ u__ a f______ with someone you like.
to strike up a friendship
We don't have the budget for a big marketing campaign, so we'll just have to hope that buzz about our shop gets spread by (talking/ verbal communication).
by word of mouth
Have you seen any recent movies or performances that were considered a flop by critics and audiences?
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sketchy memories
unclear/ dim/ distant/ vague/ hazy/ fuzzy/ blurry
memories
When I heard about the plane crash, I had a sinking feeling that my friends were on that flight.
to have a sinking feeling
It's written all over his face! It e___ a lot of confidence and charisma
exudes
This month, I am going to carve out more time to improve my marketing skills.
to enhance/ to hone/ to take skills up a notch
Do you easily fly off the handle?
to fly off the handle
abiding memories
clear/ lasting/ vivid/ bright
memories
I've started noticing that some anxious thoughts are creeping into my life.
to be creeping into