05.02.2024

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Abstain from making promises
Colleague: "During the negotiation, it's advisable to 'Abstain' from making promises we may not be able to fulfill."
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To voluntarily refrain from doing something.
Colleague: "During the negotiation, it's advisable to '____________________' from making promises we may not be able to fulfill."
Get Forth
Team Member: "Feel free to 'Get Forth' any innovative ideas during the brainstorming session. Let's explore creative solutions."
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To bring forward or present an idea, proposal, or suggestion.
Team Member: "Feel free to '____________________' any innovative ideas during the brainstorming session. Let's explore creative solutions."
Perplexing
Analyst: "The complex data patterns are quite 'Perplexing.' Let's collaborate to decipher the underlying trends."
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Confusing or puzzling; difficult to understand.
Analyst: "The complex data patterns are quite '____________________.' Let's collaborate to decipher the underlying trends."
Urging
Supervisor: "I'm 'Urging' everyone to complete the training modules by the end of the week. It's crucial for our ongoing projects."
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Encouraging or strongly advocating for a particular action or course of action.
Supervisor: "I'm '____________________' everyone to complete the training modules by the end of the week. It's crucial for our ongoing projects."
Misleading
Marketing Manager: "Ensure that our advertisements are clear and not 'Misleading.' We want to build trust with our customers."
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Giving the wrong idea or impression; leading in the wrong direction.
Marketing Manager: "Ensure that our advertisements are clear and not '____________________.' We want to build trust with our customers."
accommodation is in Vicinity of
HR Director: "Look for accommodation options in the 'Vicinity' of the new office location. Convenient commuting is essential for our team."
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The area or region near or about a place; surrounding or nearby.
HR Director: "Look for accommodation options in the '____________________' of the new office location. Convenient commuting is essential for our team."
Mundane
Project Coordinator: "Let's infuse creativity into our presentations to avoid sounding 'Mundane' during client meetings."
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Ordinary, dull, or lacking interest or excitement.
Project Coordinator: "Let's infuse creativity into our presentations to avoid sounding '____________________' during client meetings."
be on the Brink of the decision
CFO: "We are on the 'Brink' of a major financial decision. Let's evaluate the potential risks and benefits before finalizing our strategy."
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the point just before a significant or dangerous event.
CFO: "We are on the '____________________' of a major financial decision. Let's evaluate the potential risks and benefits before finalizing our strategy."
Prevalent
Analyst: "Identify the most 'Prevalent' challenges faced by our clients. Tailor our solutions to address these recurring issues."
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Widespread or commonly occurring; existing or happening frequently.
Analyst: "Identify the most '____________________' challenges faced by our clients. Tailor our solutions to address these recurring issues."
Neglect of equipment
Manager: "We cannot afford to 'Neglect' the maintenance of our equipment. Let's schedule regular checks to ensure optimal performance."
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To fail to give proper attention or care; to disregard or ignore.
Manager: "We cannot afford to '____________________' the maintenance of our equipment. Let's schedule regular checks to ensure optimal performance."
Peril
Project Lead: "Ignoring cybersecurity measures puts us in 'Peril.' Let's prioritize strengthening our systems to prevent potential threats."
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Serious and immediate danger or risk.
Project Lead: "Ignoring cybersecurity measures puts us in '____________________.' Let's prioritize strengthening our systems to prevent potential threats."
Smorgasbord of Issues from ... to...
Team Lead: "We are facing a 'Smorgasbord of Issues' ranging from technical glitches to communication gaps. Let's address each one systematically."
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A diverse range or collection of various issues or problems.
Team Lead: "We are facing a '____________________' ranging from technical glitches to communication gaps. Let's address each one systematically."
micromanagement can Undermine team morale
Supervisor: "Continuous micromanagement 'Undermines' team morale. Let's empower our employees and trust them to excel in their roles."
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To weaken or subvert from below; to erode the foundation or integrity of something.
Supervisor: "Continuous micromanagement '____________________' team morale. Let's empower our employees and trust them to excel in their roles."
one opportunity Clearly Stands Out
Analyst: "Among the various market trends, one opportunity 'Clearly Stands Out' for us to explore. Let's discuss how to leverage this advantage."
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Evident or distinguishable; easily noticeable or recognized.
Analyst: "Among the various market trends, one opportunity '____________________' for us to explore. Let's discuss how to leverage this advantage."
Cost Overruns
CFO: "We need to address the 'Cost Overruns' in the current project. Review the budget and identify areas where we can optimize spending."
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Exceeding the budgeted or expected expenses for a project or operation.
CFO: "We need to address the '____________________' in the current project. Review the budget and identify areas where we can optimize spending."
Opted
Director: "After evaluating the proposals, we 'Opted' for the option that aligns best with our long-term strategic goals."
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Chose or decided to take a particular course of action among several alternatives.
Director: "After evaluating the proposals, we '____________________' for the option that aligns best with our longterm strategic goals."
Put Off addressing the client's concerns
Project Manager: "Let's not 'Put Off' addressing the client's concerns. Timely resolution is essential for maintaining a positive relationship."
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To postpone or delay; to decide not to do something immediately.
Project Manager: "Let's not '____________________' addressing the client's concerns. Timely resolution is essential for maintaining a positive relationship."
jargon can Detract
Marketing Lead: "Excessive use of jargon can 'Detract' from the clarity of our message. Let's aim for clear and straightforward communication."
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To diminish or take away from the quality, value, or importance of something.
Marketing Lead: "Excessive use of jargon can '____________________' from the clarity of our message. Let's aim for clear and straightforward communication."
Commuter
HR Manager: "Consider the needs of our 'Commuter' employees when planning office locations. Accessibility is key for a productive workforce."
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A person who regularly travels between home and work, often over a considerable distance.
HR Manager: "Consider the needs of our '____________________' employees when planning office locations. Accessibility is key for a productive workforce."
appear Dormant but they can resurface
IT Manager: "Although the software bug appears 'Dormant' now, it could resurface. Let's conduct thorough testing to ensure its permanent resolution."
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Inactive, asleep, or temporarily inactive; not currently in use or operation.
IT Manager: "Although the software bug appears '____________________' now, it could resurface. Let's conduct thorough testing to ensure its permanent resolution."

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