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Cards were stacked against him
During a competition, a participant faces numerous obstacles and challenges that make success very difficult.
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bad Luck despite your best efforts
Despite his efforts, it seemed like the cards were stacked against him in the competition.
At large
A criminal managed to escape from prison and has not yet been captured.
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Not yet captured or found.
The suspect is still at large after escaping from custody
Reluctantly accepted
How did he respond to the request for overtime?
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Unwillingly or with hesitation.
He reluctantly agreed to work overtime, even though he had other plans.
Arms folded and show his skepticism
How was his body language during the meeting?
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Standing or sitting with one's arms crossed over the chest, often indicating defensiveness, skepticism, or disagreement.
He stood with his arms folded, which made him appear defensive and closed off.
Impervious
Emotional or Psychological Resistance
How did he react to the criticism?
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Unable to be affected by.
He seemed impervious to the criticism, continuing his work unaffected.
came Out of the air
Analyst: "His suggestion came 'Out of the Air,' surprising everyone in the room."
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unexpectedly, out of nowhere.
Analyst: "His suggestion came '____________________,' surprising everyone in the room."
boost employees Self-esteem
recognizing achevements
What can managers do to improve workplace morale?
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To increase employees’ confidence
Managers can boost employees’ self-esteem by recognizing their achievements and providing positive feedback.
Impostor
Security Officer: "The company's cybersecurity was breached by an 'Impostor' posing as an authorized user."
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A person who pretends to be someone else in order to deceive others, often for personal gain or advantage.
Security Officer: "The company's cybersecurity was breached by an '____________________' posing as an authorized user."
Remorseful for mistake
Team Member: "He was 'Remorseful' for his mistake and apologized sincerely to the team."
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Feeling regret or guilt for something
Team Member: "He was '____________________' for his mistake and apologized sincerely to the team."
Intensely Motivated
How did she achieve such impressive results?
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Having a very strong determination.
She was intensely motivated, dedicating all her energy and focus to achieving her goals.
Skeptical
How did the board react to the new proposal?
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Doubtful or questioning of something.
The board was skeptical about the new proposal, questioning its feasibility and potential benefits.
Wrestle
"He 'Wrestled' with the decision to restructure the team, weighing the pros and cons before making a final choice."
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struggle with a challenge or dilemma.
"He '____________________' with the decision to restructure the team, weighing the pros and cons before making a final choice."
Hammered Out
How did the team hammer out the details of the new contract?
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To reach an agreement after considerable effort.
The team hammered out the details of the new contract through intense negotiations and several meetings.
Attributed
Scientist: "The success of the experiment can be 'Attributed' to meticulous planning and collaboration."
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Ascribed or credited to a particular cause, source, or origin; assigned responsibility or acknowledgment for something.
Scientist: "The success of the experiment can be '____________________' to meticulous planning and collaboration."
Sloughing off
He brushed aside criticism to focus on his objectives.
How did he handle criticism?
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To dismiss or disregard something.
He responded by sloughing off the negative feedback and focusing on his goals.
become a Chokepoint
Why is the approval process taking so long?
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A bottleneck that slows progress.
The approval process is taking so long because one department has become a chokepoint, delaying the entire workflow.
Contingency plan
What should we have in case our initial plan fails?
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a backup plan or precaution.
We should have a contingency plan to ensure we are prepared for any unexpected problems or challenges.
Contingency Workers
HR Director: "We'll bring in 'Contingency Workers' during peak seasons to ensure we meet customer demand without overburdening our permanent staff."
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Employees hired on a temporary or as-needed basis to address fluctuations in workload or staffing needs.
HR Director: "We'll bring in '____________________' during peak seasons to ensure we meet customer demand without overburdening our permanent staff."
Underachieving
Have you noticed any students in your class who are underachieving?
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Failing to perform as well as expected
Yes, there are a few students who are underachieving; they could do much better if they put in more effort.
Fuzzy-sounding plans
How do you handle fuzzy-sounding plans in project management?
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Plans that is unclear or vague
In project management, we handle fuzzy-sounding plans by clarifying objectives, setting clear milestones, and regularly communicating with stakeholders to ensure everyone is on the same page.

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