Phrases

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10,100 phrases

Cut corners.

B1

Do something poorly to save time or money.

Learn the ropes.

B1

Learn the basics of a job or task.

Take on more responsibility.

B1

Accept more tasks or duties.

Pick up the slack.

B1

Do the work of someone who is not doing their job properly.

Go the extra mile.

B1

Do more than is expected.

To be on the same page

B2

To be in agreement or have the same understanding.

To get the ball rolling

B2

To start something; to initiate a process.

To think outside the box

B2

To think creatively and unconventionally.

To touch base

B2

To make contact; to briefly communicate.

To hit the ground running

B2

To start working energetically and effectively immediately.

To go the extra mile

B2

To do more than is expected or required.

To move forward

B2

To make progress; to proceed.

To brainstorm

B2

To generate ideas spontaneously.

To be in charge of

B2

To be responsible for.

To keep someone in the loop

B2

To keep someone informed.

To delegate

B2

To assign responsibility or tasks to others.

To meet a deadline

B2

To complete a task by a specific time.

To collaborate

B2

To work jointly on an activity or project.

To take the initiative

B2

To be proactive and take action without being prompted.

To be under pressure

B2

To experience stress due to demanding circumstances.

To take on a challenge

B2

To accept a difficult task or undertaking.

To work independently

B2

To work alone and without assistance.

To meet expectations

B2

To fulfill or achieve the requirements.

To gain experience

B2

To acquire practical knowledge and skills.

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