18.02.2024

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Question American English Answer American English
Off the Top of My Head
How did you remember all those details?
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spontaneously.
I can’t give you an exact figure off the top of my head, but I can make an educated guess.
Whack
What happened when he hit the ball?
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strong hit.
He gave the ball a good whack, sending it flying over the fence.
No Hard Feelings
Colleague: "I understand why you made that decision, and there are 'No Hard Feelings' between us."
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feeling not offended
Colleague: "I understand why you made that decision, and there are '____________________' between us."
Dime
How much did the candy cost back in the day?
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A slang term for a ten-cent coin, often used figuratively to refer to a small amount of money or something of little value.
Back in the day, you could buy a piece of candy for just a dime.
Elaborated
Presenter: "Let me 'Elaborate' on the key points of our proposal to provide a clearer understanding."
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To add more detail or information to something; to expand or explain further.
Presenter: "Let me '____________________' on the key points of our proposal to provide a clearer understanding."
Following Morning
Supervisor: "We'll reconvene for a progress update 'Following Morning' to ensure everyone is on track."
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The morning that comes after a particular event or day, typically used to refer to the day after another specific day or event.
Supervisor: "We'll reconvene for a progress update '____________________' to ensure everyone is on track."
Walking Through
How did you learn to use the software?
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To proceed or explain something sequentially or systematically.
I learned by walking through the tutorial, step by step, until I understood all the features.
Get Nickeled
Employee: "Watch out for that vendor; they always find a way to 'Get Nickeled' on their contracts."
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To be cheated or swindled out of money or something of value, often in a small or insignificant way.
Employee: "Watch out for that vendor; they always find a way to '____________________' on their contracts."
Sting
How did the criticism affect him?
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comment that leaves you feeling humiliated or embarrassed
The harsh criticism really *stung*, making him feel hurt and defensive.
Diminish our resolve
Did the setback diminish our resolve to complete the project?
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To reduce commitment.
No, the setback didn’t diminish our resolve; we are more determined than ever to complete the project.
Infuse
How do you infuse creativity into your daily routine?
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To fill or permeate with a particular quality or feeling.
I infuse creativity into my daily routine by taking breaks to sketch or write, and by seeking inspiration from nature and art.
make it more Digestible
Trainer: "Let's break down the complex concepts into smaller chunks to make them more 'Digestible' for the trainees."
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Capable of being easily understood or comprehended; easily absorbed or assimilated.
Trainer: "Let's break down the complex concepts into smaller chunks to make them more '____________________' for the trainees."

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