A long shot
Example 1: I’ve been applying to several jobs in the last week. Many of them require advanced degrees, which is something I don’t have. However, I do have many years experience in the industry. I’ve been told not to bother applying for those jobs because I’m not qualified, but I still think I should try. […]
To talk one's ear off
Idiom: to talk one’s ear off ; used as a verb First Example: Christine: How was the party last night? Stanley: Ugh. It was horrible. Christine: Really? What happened? Stanley: Well, I went because I wanted to network. There were a bunch of industry people there. But I met this one guy named Prince, and […]
On a Shoestring
Idiom:
Get cold feet
Context #1 Alicia: When are we going to get a new car? Brian: I don’t know. We can’t afford it now that you’ve stopped work. Alicia: Did you talk to your boss today? Brian: Yes. Alicia: Did you ask him for a promotion? Brian: Well… Alicia: Oh, Brian, you promised! Brian: I didn’t promise… Alicia: […]
Get your act together
Get your act together:to organize in ways necessary to achieve a goal, necessity, or responsibility. Context #1 – Friends talking about relationships Don: Are you seriously considering marrying your girlfriend. I thought you said you had no job or plans for the future. Jerrad: Well, she’s pretty great and she makes me want to be a better […]
Under the radar
Context #1 Deborah: What are you listening to? Craig: It’s this new band my little brother told me about. Deborah: It’s really good. Why haven’t I ever heard this before? Craig: They’re kind of under the radar right now, but I think this song is going to be make them big. Deborah: Can you send […]
