Trainer
Match the business idioms with their definitions. Click the card to hear the pronunciation.
Spelling Challenge
Look at the picture and read the definition. Type the correct idiom.
Practice
Complete the sentences with the correct business idiom.
1. Everyone knew the company was going bankrupt, but nobody wanted to talk about it. They kept .
2. After years of hard work, she finally got the promotion. She was ready to and celebrate her success.
3. He didn't hear a word the teacher said — his during the entire lecture.
4. In his small hometown, he was , but nobody knew him in the big city.
5. She always thinks that other people have better jobs. She believes .
6. We need to on this project if we want to finish by Friday.
7. To start his own business, he had to and overcome many obstacles.
8. When the old CEO retired, his successor had because he was so successful.
9. She worked day and night to of her profession.
10. When the business was failing, the bank loan was that kept them afloat.
11. He spends his days at networking events and conferences.
12. The manager decided to before making a decision.
Final Test
Check your knowledge of business idioms.