Category 1
Just look up the answer online; it’s not rocket science.
What does "it's not rocket science" mean?
something is not complicated to understand
This new job will be hard at first, but I'm in it for the long haul.
What does "for the long haul" mean?
A long period of time
She went out on a limb to defend my unusual idea.
What does "out on a limb" mean?
to do or say something risky
It’s time to get the ball rolling by putting up some posters.
What does "to get the ball rolling" mean?
to get started
Our manager is burning the midnight oil to meet every deadline.
What does "burn the midnight oil" mean?
to consistently work beyond normal business hours
Next time, do more research instead of jumping the gun.
What does "jump the gun" mean?
to do something early or before the right time
We have a new team member starting this week. Can everyone help him get up to speed on our job duties?
What does "up to speed" mean?
to be familiar with current information
Company outings are a nice change of pace from our regular work week.
What does "change of pace" mean?
to do something different from a normal routine
After receiving negative feedback, she was ready to throw in the towel.
What does "throw in the towel" mean?
to quit or accept failure
Put that report on the back burner and focus on new business.
What does "on the back burner" mean?
low priority
Stop looking at past examples and think outside the box.
What does "think outside the box" mean?
to go beyond a normal idea
There will be random testing on this, so stay on your toes.
What does "stay on your toes" mean?
to stay alert