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to tap into
Manager: "We need to 'Tap Into' the growing digital market. Let's explore online advertising strategies for our products."
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To access or make use of a resource, opportunity, or market.
Manager: "We need to '____________________' the growing digital market. Let's explore online advertising strategies for our products."
wean
How do you know when it’s time to wean a baby off breast milk?
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To gradually accustom someone to a new environment or situation.
It’s usually time to wean a baby off breast milk when they start showing interest in solid foods and can eat them comfortably.
refrain from
What should you avoid doing in this situation?
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To avoid doing something.
You should refrain from making any hasty decisions until we have all the necessary information.
imperative
Why is it important to act quickly?
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Of vital importance; crucial; essential.
It’s imperative to act quickly to address the urgent issue before it escalates further.
downplayed
How did the spokesperson address the issue?
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To minimize the significance
The spokesperson downplayed the issue, making it seem less significant than it actually was.
embellished
Have you ever embellished a story to make it more interesting?
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To make something more attractive by adding extra details.
Yes, I’ve embellished a story before by adding extra details to make it more entertaining for my audience.
admonition
HR Manager: "Consider this an 'Admonition' to adhere to the company's code of conduct. Let's maintain a positive and respectful workplace environment."
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A warning or piece of advice given with authority.
HR Manager: "Consider this an '____________________' to adhere to the company's code of conduct. Let's maintain a positive and respectful workplace environment."
incurred additional costs
How did the project incur additional costs unexpectedly?
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To become subjected to extra expenses
The project *incurred additional costs* unexpectedly due to unforeseen delays and the need for extra materials.
contingency amount
The project manager set aside funds for unforeseen expenses.
What did the project manager allocate just in case?
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An amount reserved for unforeseen expenses
The project manager allocated a contingency amount for unexpected costs.
unforeseen expenses
Financial Analyst: "We need to consider 'Unforeseen Expenses' in our budget planning to ensure financial stability throughout the project."
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Unexpected costs or expenditures
Financial Analyst: "We need to consider '____________________' in our budget planning to ensure financial stability throughout the project."
resilience to stress
Team Lead: "The team has shown great 'Resilience' in overcoming challenges. Let's continue working together to achieve our goals."
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The ability to recover quickly from difficulties; the capacity to adapt and bounce back.
Team Lead: "The team has shown great '____________________' in overcoming challenges. Let's continue working together to achieve our goals."
a viable prototype
Product Manager: "Before full production, we need to create 'A Viable Prototype' to ensure the product meets quality standards and user requirements."
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A practical and workable model or version of a product or project that can be tested and improved upon.
Product Manager: "Before full production, we need to create '____________________' to ensure the product meets quality standards and user requirements."
prudent
Why is it prudent to save money for emergencies?
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wise
It is prudent to save money for emergencies because it provides a financial safety net in case unexpected expenses arise.
nonsensical information
Team Member: "Let's avoid including 'Nonsensical' information in our report. It should be clear, concise, and relevant to the topic."
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Lacking meaning or logic; absurd; making no sense.
Team Member: "Let's avoid including '____________________' information in our report. It should be clear, concise, and relevant to the topic."
accrue over
A person is being advised about the benefits of keeping their money in a savings account, where it will earn interest.
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To increase over a period of time.
Interest will accrue over time if you leave your money in the savings account.
to what extent
Project Manager: "Assess the project's success and determine 'To What Extent' we achieved our objectives. This will guide future planning."
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To what degree or level
Project Manager: "Assess the project's success and determine '____________________' we achieved our objectives. This will guide future planning."
attributable
Is the recent increase in sales directly attributable to the new marketing campaign?
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of being attributed to a specific cause.
Yes, the recent increase in sales is directly attributable to the new marketing campaign, according to our sales data.
likelihood of delivering
Project Lead: "Assess the 'Likelihood of Delivering' the project on time. We need a realistic evaluation to manage expectations."
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The probability or chance of successfully achieving a goal or delivering on a commitment.
Project Lead: "Assess the '____________________' the project on time. We need a realistic evaluation to manage expectations."
tempted to
Have you ever been tempted to quit your job and travel the world?
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Having a strong desire to do something.
Yes, I’ve been tempted to quit my job and travel the world many times, but I ultimately decided against it.
framing a rationale
How did they justify their decision?
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Developing a reason for something.
They spent considerable time framing a rationale to support their decision to expand the business.
Consciously
Colleague: "Let's 'Consciously' incorporate eco-friendly practices in our operations to contribute to sustainability."
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With deliberate awareness or intention; done intentionally.
Colleague: "Let's '____________________' incorporate eco-friendly practices in our operations to contribute to sustainability."
make up the lens
What components are required for this camera?
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To form a part of something.
Several elements make up the lens, including the glass, aperture, and focusing mechanism.
sustained tension
What was the atmosphere like during the meeting?
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Prolonged feeling of stress or anxiety.
The atmosphere during the meeting was filled with sustained tension as everyone awaited the final decision.
As opposed to
Do you prefer tea as opposed to coffee?
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Used to contrast or differentiate between two things or ideas.
Yes, I prefer tea as opposed to coffee because I find it more soothing and less acidic.
compelling model
What did the company use to attract investors?
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An attractive and persuasive example or framework.
The company presented a compelling model of their business plan, which attracted many investors.
premise
Team Lead: "Before presenting the proposal, clarify the underlying 'Premise' to ensure everyone understands the foundation of our recommendations."
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An assumption serving as the basis for an argument.
Team Lead: "Before presenting the proposal, clarify the underlying '____________________' to ensure everyone understands the foundation of our recommendations."
backward
Analyst: "We need to trace the issue 'Backward' to identify its root cause. This will help us implement a more effective solution."
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In a reverse or opposite direction; retrogressive.
Analyst: "We need to trace the issue '____________________' to identify its root cause. This will help us implement a more effective solution."
inception
When did the project start?
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The beginning
The project has been successful since its inception in 2010.
Without a thorough
Project Manager: "Proceeding 'Without a Thorough' risk assessment could lead to unforeseen challenges. Let's prioritize a detailed analysis before making decisions."
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Lacking a comprehensive or detailed examination or understanding.
Project Manager: "Proceeding '____________________' risk assessment could lead to unforeseen challenges. Let's prioritize a detailed analysis before making decisions."
conduit
Do you see social media as a conduit for spreading news and information?
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A means or channel through which something is transmitted or conveyed.
Yes, social media serves as a conduit for spreading news and information rapidly to a wide audience.

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