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LET'S UNLOCK WORDS AND PHRASES 🔐
navigate
[ 'nav-i-geyt ]
verb
I don't like having to navigate London's crowded streets.
contain
[ kuhn-'teyn ]
verb
Farms in the area have been closed off in an attempt to contain the disease.
venture
[ 'ven-cher ]
verb
The company has finally decided to venture overseas.
leap of faith
phrase
Anyone investing in new media has to make a leap of faith.
roll up one's sleeves
phrase
We've got a lot of work to do, so roll up your sleeves and get busy.
LET'S UNDERSTAND! 📚
A. work around the clock
- to work all day and night
Dialogue
Michael
John
Absolutely, we had to work around the clock to contain it. The heat was intense, and the smoke made it difficult to navigate through the building.
Michael
It's times like these when our training really pays off. I'm grateful for our dedicated team and the tireless effort we put in to keep people safe.
B. get/have one's ducks in a row
- have everything prepared and organized
Dialogue
Sally
Have you finalized the list of people attending the upcoming lunch gathering?
Ken
It has already been sent out. And because the weather forecast wasn't favorable, we made sure to had our ducks in a row by booking a pleasant indoor venue for the luncheon instead of the garden.
Sally
Wonderful! I'll see you then. Just a friendly reminder to pick me up on the way.
C. embark on a career
- to start a new career
Dialogue
Alex
It is with a heavy heart that I'll inform you that today is my last day of working here, as I am going to embark on a career abroad as a business consultant.
Ken
You have been patiently waiting for this opportunity, and though we are saddened by your departure, we are thrilled for your new endeavor.
Alex
Thank you so much everyone. Please give me a ring if you ever find yourself in San Francisco.
D. go the extra mile
- does more than is expected
Dialogue
Alex
What are your thoughts on our new teammate?
John
I believe he's highly skilled in his role. He consistently meets deadlines and goes the extra mile to fulfill client expectations.
Alex
Indeed. His strong work ethics are truly commendable.
E. business as usual
- the normal routine of a company or workplace
Dialogue
Sally
How's everything going in the office?
Cindy
Well, apart from being under new management, its business as usual. We had to roll up our sleeves for all the paperworks we have to accomplish for the quarterly report.
Sally
Good thing I have finished my report before I went on a holiday. Anyway, let's catch up when I get back in the office.
LET'S PRACTICE! 📝
Part I
Direction: Fill in the blanks with the correct idiomatic expression.
| embark on a career | go the extra mile |
| work around the clock | business as usual |
| get one's ducks in a row |
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The company faced a minor setback, but they quickly resolved the issue and returned to .
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She was determined to impress her boss, so she decided to and complete the project ahead of schedule.
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Before the meeting, he made sure to by preparing the necessary documents and organizing his thoughts.
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The emergency response team to restore power to the affected areas after the storm.
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She took a leap of faith and decided to , leaving her comfortable job to pursue her passion in photography.
Part II
Direction: Listen as your mentor reads the statements twice. Then, repeat after your mentor.
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Part III
Direction: Paraphrase the following sentences. Make sure to paraphrase the underlined idiomatic expressions.
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She always goes the extra mile to deliver exceptional customer service and ensure customer satisfaction.
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She took a bold step to embark on a new career in entrepreneurship, starting her own business and pursuing her passion.
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The fire last night was one of the biggest we've ever seen. The flames were spreading rapidly, and it was a real challenge to bring it under control.