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#businessidioms

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put out a fire

Learn how the idiom 'put out a fire' is used in business to describe solving sudden, urgent problems.
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go down the drain

Understand the casual business idiom 'go down the drain' to describe wasted time, money, or effort.
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have a say

Learn the casual business idiom 'have a say' to describe having influence or the right to express an opinion in decision-making.
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skate on thin ice

Master the idiom 'skate on thin ice'. Learn its meaning in professional contexts, explore real-world examples, and test your knowledge.
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under the wire

Learn how to use 'under the wire' in casual business English. Understand its origin, look at examples, and test your skills.
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up against the wall

Master the casual idiom 'up against the wall'. Understand its meaning in high-pressure business situations with examples and practice.
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keep your ear to the ground

Learn how to use 'keep your ear to the ground' to describe staying informed about trends, rumors, and industry changes.
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low-hanging fruit

Discover the business idiom 'low-hanging fruit', used to describe easy targets, quick wins, or problems that are simple to solve.
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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.