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Questions and Answers
What does the phrase 'smooth sailing' imply in a given context?
What does the phrase 'smooth sailing' imply in a given context?
- Achieving success after addressing initial challenges. (correct)
- Experiencing constant obstacles.
- Making quick and sudden decisions.
- Navigating through unpredictable situations.
In which scenario would one most likely 'wing it'?
In which scenario would one most likely 'wing it'?
- Participating in an unexpected group discussion. (correct)
- Having ample time to prepare a detailed proposal.
- Delivering a well-prepared speech.
- Engaging in a formal debate with research.
What does 'turning down a job' indicate about a person's decision-making process?
What does 'turning down a job' indicate about a person's decision-making process?
- They are uncertain about their career goals.
- They are actively seeking job offers elsewhere.
- They have a lack of interest in any employment opportunities.
- They have evaluated the offer against their personal objectives. (correct)
What is implied by the phrase 'in the driver's seat'?
What is implied by the phrase 'in the driver's seat'?
Which expression would best describe the action of 'bringing up a topic'?
Which expression would best describe the action of 'bringing up a topic'?
What does it mean to be 'busy as a bee'?
What does it mean to be 'busy as a bee'?
What does 'losing your train of thought' refer to?
What does 'losing your train of thought' refer to?
What does 'pushing the envelope' signify?
What does 'pushing the envelope' signify?
Which phrase describes the action of 'brushing up on' a skill?
Which phrase describes the action of 'brushing up on' a skill?
What does 'getting off track' indicate in a conversation?
What does 'getting off track' indicate in a conversation?
Flashcards
Busy as a bee
Busy as a bee
To be very busy or active.
Losing your train of thought
Losing your train of thought
To forget what you were thinking about or saying.
Getting on track
Getting on track
To return to the correct path or course.
Getting off track
Getting off track
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Banking on
Banking on
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Brushing up on
Brushing up on
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In the driver's seat
In the driver's seat
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Bringing up a topic
Bringing up a topic
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Turning down a job
Turning down a job
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Winging it
Winging it
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Study Notes
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs
- Busy as a bee: Very busy or active
- Losing your train of thought: Forgetting what one was thinking or saying
- Getting on track: Returning to a desired course of action
- Getting off track: Straying from a planned course or focus
- Banking on: Relying on something to happen
- Brushing up on: Reviewing or practicing to improve skill or knowledge
- In the driver's seat: Being in control of a situation
- Bringing up a topic: Introducing or mentioning a subject for discussion
- Turning down a job: Declining an offer of employment
- Winging it: Doing something without preparation
- Off-the-cuff: Made spontaneously, without preparation
- Pushing the envelope: Going beyond usual limits; innovating
- Smooth sailing: Easy progress without difficulties
- Laying the groundwork: Preparing the foundation for future work
- Paradigm shift: A fundamental change in approach or assumptions
- Connecting the dots: Understanding the relationships between different ideas or information
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Test your knowledge of idioms and phrasal verbs with this engaging quiz. Each question will challenge your understanding and use of these expressions in various contexts. Brush up on your language skills and see how well you can connect the dots in everyday conversation!
