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remedy
A person experiencing a headache takes medication to alleviate or cure the pain.
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alleviating something.
He took a painkiller to *remedy* his headache.
counteract
What will implementing a new software system do for our inefficiencies?
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To neutralize the effect of something.
Analyst: "Implementing a new software system will 'Counteract' the inefficiencies we've been experiencing."
ascend
Manager: "Our team's productivity will 'Ascend' if we incorporate the latest project management tools."
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To rise to a higher position.
Manager: "Our team's productivity will '____________________' if we incorporate the latest project management tools."
scrutinized
Have you ever felt like your work was scrutinized?
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To inspect closely and thoroughly.
Yes, I’ve felt like my work was scrutinized during project reviews, but it helped me improve my skills.
making waves
PR Manager: "Our recent marketing campaign is 'Making Waves' in the industry, generating positive feedback and increased brand recognition."
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Attracting attention or causing a significant impact.
PR Manager: "Our recent marketing campaign is '____________________' in the industry, generating positive feedback and increased brand recognition."
evade
How did the suspect manage to avoid capture?
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To avoid through cleverness
The suspect managed to evade capture by hiding in an abandoned building until the police left.
wrap up
How do you typically wrap up a project?
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To conclude.
I typically wrap up a project by reviewing the final deliverables, ensuring all loose ends are tied up, and documenting any remaining tasks or next steps.
want to commend
Supervisor: "I 'Want to Commend' the team for their dedication and hard work in meeting the tight deadlines."
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To express praise or recognition for achievements.
Supervisor: "I '____________________' the team for their dedication and hard work in meeting the tight deadlines."
obstructed
Fallen trees and debris blocked the road.
What happened to the road after the storm?
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Blocked or hindered.
The road was obstructed by fallen trees and debris.
widespread
Analyst: "The software issue is 'Widespread' and affecting users across different regions. We need a comprehensive fix."
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prevalent over a large area
Analyst: "The software issue is '____________________' and affecting users across different regions. We need a comprehensive fix."
hinder the project timeline
Project Lead: "Unexpected challenges can 'Hinder' our project timeline. Let's identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies."
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To cause delay or prevent progress.
Project Lead: "Unexpected challenges can '____________________' our project timeline. Let's identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies."
starved of
A team is struggling to finish a project because they lack the necessary resources and support.
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Lacking or deprived of something essential.
The team felt starved of resources, making it hard to complete the project
verge of changing
CEO: "As a company, we're on the 'Verge of Changing' our business model to adapt to evolving market trends."
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be On the brink of a significant transformation.
CEO: "As a company, we're on the '____________________' our business model to adapt to evolving market trends."
obtain
How did you acquire the necessary documents?
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To get or acquire something, especially through effort.
i had to visit several offices to obtain all the necessary documents for the application.
insights
Data Analyst: "Let's gather customer feedback to gain valuable 'Insights' into their preferences and expectations."
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Valuable understandings derived from analysis
Data Analyst: "Let's gather customer feedback to gain valuable '____________________' into their preferences and expectations."
undertakings
How often do you review the progress of ongoing undertakings?
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ongoing activities
We review the progress of ongoing *undertakings* on a weekly basis during team meetings to ensure everything is on track.
evident
How did you know he was upset?
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Clearly visible or obvious; easily perceived.
It was evident from his expression and tone that he was upset about the decision.
endorse
Have you ever been asked to endorse a product or a service?
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To publicly or officially support or approve something.
Yes, I was once asked to endorse a product on social media, but I only agreed because I genuinely believed in it.
originate from
Researcher: "The idea for the new product 'Originates' from consumer feedback and market trends. Let's refine it for better market acceptance."
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To have its source in a particular place or concept.
Researcher: "The idea for the new product '____________________' from consumer feedback and market trends. Let's refine it for better market acceptance."
a vested interest
A politician is involved in legislation that directly affects their personal interests or financial gain.
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having a personal involvement in something
The politician has a vested interest in the outcome of the legislation

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