Happiness at work Flashcards

1
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to live up to

A

to be as good as something, e.g. meet the expectations

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2
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to think on your feet

A

to think quickly

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3
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no skin off my back

A

none of my business

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4
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viable

A

workable

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5
Q

to speak off the cuff

A

to speak on the spot

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6
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to articulate

A

to express in words, to formulate

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7
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a paradigm shift

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a dramatic change, e.g. in the structure

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8
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to put someone to the test

A

to test:)

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9
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to take pride in

A

to be satisfied with what you are doing, to be proud of

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10
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to have a say

A

to be able to influence the decision making

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11
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at stake

A

at risk

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12
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to tailor

A

to adjust

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13
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coherent

A

clear and understandable

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14
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to put at ease

A

to make sb relax

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15
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a beacon of hope

A

something that holds the promise of hope

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16
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in the long run

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in a long-term perspective