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Comprehend
She comprehended the complex concept quickly and was able to explain it to others effectively.
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to grasp the meaning of
She grapsed the meaning of the complex concept quickly and was able to explain it to others effectively.
Indirection
His response was full of indirection, avoiding a direct answer.
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Avoidance of a clear or direct approach.
His response wasn’t full of direct approach, avoiding a direct answer.
Spearheaded
She 'Spearheaded' the development of the new software platform."
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To lead
She 'lead' the development of the new software platform.
Consequently
The policy was poorly received, and consequently, the company faced backlash from both employees and customers.
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As a result or consequence of something
The policy was poorly received, and as the result, the company faced backlash from both employees and customers.
Being Swift with My Words
i managed to win the debate by being swift with my words, delivering my points quickly and effectively.
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To speak quickly without hesitation
i managed to win the debate by being quickly, delivering my points quickly and effectively.
Constrained By
We're 'Constrained By' budget limitations, so we need to prioritize our spending.
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Restricted or limited by something
We're restricted budget limitations, so we need to prioritize our spending.
Chasm
They needed to bridge the chasm between the two opposing sides to reach a compromise.
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A deep divide or gap; a significant difference.
They needed to bridge the divided between the two opposing sides to reach a compromise.
Admittedly
How does she feel about the project’s outcome?
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Used to concede a point, often before making a counterpoint
Admittedly, she was disappointed with the outcome, but she learned valuable lessons from the experience.
Overhead costs
CFO: "We need to reduce 'Overhead' costs to improve our profit margins and financial health."
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The ongoing operational costs
CFO: "We need to reduce '____________________' costs to improve our profit margins and financial health."
Cope with
How do you handle stress?
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To deal effectively with something
I cope with stress by practicing mindfulness and engaging in regular exercise.
Rally
How can we effectively rally our employees during challenging times?
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To inspire and motivate employees
We can effectively rally our employees by communicating openly, providing support and encouragement, and leading by example.
Stab
Sales Rep: "We're going to 'Stab' at entering the new market segment with a bold marketing campaign."
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To make a sudden and forceful attempt at doing something, often metaphorically; to try or attempt something decisively or aggressively.
Sales Rep: "We're going to '____________________' at entering the new market segment with a bold marketing campaign."
Break the Deadlock
The negotiations resolve the situation when both parties agreed to compromise on key issues.
How did the negotiations finally break a deadlock?
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To resolve a situation in which no progress can be made.
The negotiations broke a deadlock when both parties agreed to compromise on key issues.
Down the Road
Have you ever considered what your life might be like down the road?
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In the future
Yes, I’ve considered what my life might be like down the road, and I’m working towards my long-term goals.
Tweak
We can tweak the design by adjusting the colors and font sizes to make it more visually appealing.
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To make small adjustments in order to improve
We can make small adjustments in the design by adjusting the colors and font sizes to make it more visually appealing.
Elusive
Have you ever pursued an elusive goal?
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Difficult to find, achieve, or capture
Yes, I’ve pursued an elusive goal of learning a new language; it’s been challenging, but I’m making progress.
Betray
How did the spy compromise the mission?
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To reveal something, unintentionally, that is confidential
The spy *betrayed* the mission by leaking confidential information to the enemy.
Easier Said Than Done
Manager: "'Implementing the new system is 'Easier Said Than Done', but we're committed to making it happen."
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sound simple in theory but is much more difficult to accomplish in practice.
Manager: "'Implementing the new system is '____________________', but we're committed to making it happen."
Extrinsic Rewards
How does the company motivate its employees?
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Rewards that come from external sources, such as money
The company motivates its employees primarily through extrinsic rewards, such as bonuses and promotions.
Intrinsic Motivation
How do you cultivate intrinsic motivation in students?
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Motivation driven by internal rewards and personal satisfaction.
Cultivating intrinsic motivation in students involves encouraging their interests, providing meaningful feedback, and creating a supportive learning environment.

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