Here you can find some useful expressions talking about different situations inside business.
Situation |
Expressions |
Real Meaning |
Action |
I think we should go for it |
Let’s do it |
Let’s get down to business |
Let’s begin |
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There’s no point in beating about the bush |
There’s no point in not coming to the main point |
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We need to take the bull by the horns |
We need to address the issue |
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Decision |
I’m in two minds about it |
I can’t make up my mind about it |
It’s up to you |
It’s your decision |
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She’s sitting on the fence |
She’s not committing herself to one side or another |
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We need to bite the bullet |
We need to take a decision, even if it’s risk |
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We can’t put it off any longer |
We can’t delay making a decision |
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Making Predictions |
It’s a foregone conclusion |
The result is obvious |
It’s all up in the air |
There’s no saying what will happen |
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They’re bound to refuse |
They’re certain to refuse |
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Discussions |
Let’s not split hairs |
Let’s not debate unimportant details |
That’s beside the point |
That’s not relevant |
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Let’s try to keep an open mind / Let’s not jump to conclusions |
Let’s not make a judgment too quickly |
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Miscellaneous |
It’s not really my cup of tea |
It’s not something I like |
She’s got everything in hand |
She’s organized everything |
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I’m snowed under |
I have far too much work |
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We’re going round in circles |
We’re not making any progress |
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Make a breakthrough |
Make a big step forward |
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Go back to the drawing board |
Start again |
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