Idioms 1
We need to start seeing the ______________ otherwise we won't make any progress. (everything that is involved with a particular situation)
bigger picture / grand scheme
Our manager decided to give us _______________ to begin work on our new web design. (give someone permission to start doing something)
the green light
came up short
Interviews? That is _____________ to me, I've done so many! (doing something without thinking because it is easy for you or obvious to you)
Second nature
Who is ________________ on this project? (making the important decisions)
Calling the shots.
Could you ________________ with the meeting you had yesterday, I wasn't able to attend. (give the most recent information)
Bring me up to speed.
We need to _____________ on this project, it is no longer producing any significant results. (stop, discontinue)
pull the plug
"I need to submit a weekly report on this project, so please keep me __________" (to update/inform)
in the loop
I completely __________ during the presentation! I needed more time to prepare and practice. (failed to take advantage of an opportunity by doing or saying something wrong)
blew it
My idea for the project is still ______________, I might need more time to do further research. (undecided)
up in the air
Our services __________________ last month! This is very exciting news for the company! (increased very quickly)
went through the roof
What idiom do we use to summarise or to sum up?
in a nutshell
We really need to _____________ on this task. The deadline is next week. (start something)
get the ball rolling
I really like to go that ____________, makes me feel productive and good! (to make more effort than is expected of you)
extra mile
What does it mean when someone says, "to set the record straight"?
Correct a mistake and say the truth.
I think this situation is still a _____________, we need to make sure it is completely legal. (not easily categorized)
At times, reaching an agreement can be _______________ because of differences in perspectives. (difficult to achieve because of obstacles and difficulties)
an uphill battle
I feel a bit stressed right now, I've _______________________. (have a lot of responsabilities)
I've got a lot on my plate
Sometimes, people like to do everything ___________, makes them feel more confident. (100% according to the rules)
by the book
Sometimes, one needs to take a low-paying job just to _________________. (take a low-level position with a company with the goal of eventually getting a better position with the same company in the future)
get a foot in the door
What does it mean when someone says "We need to start from scratch"
Start from the beginning.
What idiom do we use when we explain: the control of available supply of a type of product/service or the ability to sell it?
corner the market
Which idiom do we use when you continue to support a particular argument or to have a particular opinion?
stand your ground
What does it mean if someone "runs a tight ship"?
to keep firm control of the way your business or organisation is run, so that it is well
Which idiom do we use to describe reconnecting or make contact?
touch base