WorksheetsBusiness idioms
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 4mins
What does "get the sack" mean?
Lawrence got the sack yesterday afternoon; it definitely took us by surprise.
To be promoted
To be honest
To be hired
To be fired
What does "off the hook" mean?
She was caught cheating on the test, but her apology and promise to never cheat again let her off the hook with just a warning.
Unnoticed
Free from blame or responsibility
To feel disappointed
Remove someone from a group or team
What is the meaning of " hanging by a thread" in the sentence?
His academic performance was hanging by a thread due to his lack of motivation.
In a unexpected situation
In a good spot
In danger of failure
In a difficult situation
What does "burn the candles at both ends" mean?
During the busy holiday season, retail workers often burn the candle at both ends.
Chilling out
Working happily
Stressing out
Working long hours
What is the meaning of " in hot water" in the sentence?
Janine forgot to submit her report on time, and now she's in hot water with her boss.
In trouble
Thinking creatively
In a great situation
Feeling lost
What is the meaning of "cut corners" in the sentence?
Rather than investing in proper training, the company cut corners by hiring unqualified employees, resulting in poor customer service.
Providing a high performance
Making a great effort
Economizing by reducing quality
Thinking outside the box
Choose the best way to replace the words in bold in the sentence.
Being the newest member of the team, I don't feel part of the group during team meetings when they reference past projects and inside jokes.
Out of the loop
Up in the air
On the same page
Up for grabs
Choose the best way to replace the words in bold in the sentence.
The candidate's inconsistent answers during the interview warned of troubles ahead for the hiring manager.
Out of the loop
All things considered
Raise red flags
On the same page
What is the meaning of "to fish or cut bait" in the sentence?
The manager told the team that they needed to either meet their deadlines or step aside; it was time to fish or cut bait.
To make a decision
To improvise
To let go
To choose
What does "up in the air" mean?
Due to the weather forecast, the picnic scheduled for the company is up in the air.
Decided
Postponed
Cancelled
Not yet decided
