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reach an agreement

Discover how to use the formal business phrase 'reach an agreement' in negotiations, contract discussions, and professional meetings to describe successful compromises.
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red tape

Learn how to use the common business term 'red tape' to discuss excessive bureaucracy, official rules, and administrative delays in professional English.
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run a business

Learn how to use the phrase 'run a business' in daily and professional English. Discover examples, common mistakes, and practice exercises.
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sales target

Discover the meaning of 'sales target' in professional English. Learn how to talk about sales goals with natural examples and useful practice.
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send an attachment

Discover how to use 'send an attachment' in professional email communication and avoid common non-native learner mistakes.
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set up a meeting

Learn how to use 'set up a meeting' in a professional business setting. Includes definitions, natural examples, and practice.
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share an idea

Learn how to present your thoughts casually in workplace meetings using the phrase 'share an idea'. Includes practice and examples.
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sign a contract

Learn the formal business expression 'sign a contract'. See natural examples, correct usage, and practice exercises.
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solve a problem

Master the common business English collocation 'solve a problem'. Find clear explanations, realistic examples, and interactive practice here.
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start a business

Master the phrase 'start a business' with natural examples, pronunciation tips, and common learner mistakes.
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state of the art

Learn how to use the business term 'state of the art' to describe cutting-edge technology, modern facilities, and top-tier equipment in professional English.
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take notes

Learn the correct way to use 'take notes' in business meetings, lectures, and professional settings with natural examples.
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take over

Understand how to use the phrasal verb 'take over' in business contexts when assuming control, responsibility, or leadership.
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think outside the box

Master the business idiom 'think outside the box'. Learn how to use this phrase to describe creative, unconventional thinking and problem-solving in English.
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touch and go

Discover the meaning of 'touch and go' in business English. Learn how to use this phrase to describe risky, uncertain, or precarious situations.
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touch base

Master the business idiom 'touch base'. Learn how to use it to briefly contact or catch up with someone in a professional setting.
business C1

uphill battle

Discover how to use the English idiom 'uphill battle' to describe highly challenging tasks and difficult business situations that require immense effort to win.
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vicious circle

Learn how to use the professional English phrase 'vicious circle' to describe a recurring problem where one bad situation continuously causes another worse one.
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win-win situation

Understand the meaning and usage of 'win-win situation' in professional negotiations and daily conversations.
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work as a team

Learn how to use 'work as a team' in English. Improve your business communication with clear examples and practice exercises.