Meetings 6, Phrasal verbs

Question 1

Edge out

Answer 1

To gradually gain an advantage over a competitor or alternative option.

Example: “Our investment banking division aims to edge out competitors by offering more competitive pricing and superior advisory services.”

Question 2

Booked up

Answer 2

Fully in use, reserved; Unavailable.

Example: “Unfortunately, the conference room is booked up for the next two weeks, so we’ll need to find an alternative venue for the team meeting.”

Question 3

Phase in

Answer 3

To gradually introduce or implement something over a period of time.

Example: “We are is phasing in a new financial modelling software to improve efficiency and accuracy in financial analysis.”

Question 4

Phase out

Answer 4

To gradually discontinue or remove something over time.

Example: “We are phasing out outdated forecasting methods in favour of more advanced predictive analytics models.”

Question 5

Double down (on)

Answer 5

To increase one’s commitment or efforts, often in response to a challenge or opportunity.

Example: “Despite market volatility, we are doubling down on our M&A advisory services to capitalise on emerging opportunities.”

Question 6

Bring about

Answer 6

To cause or initiate a change or outcome.

Example: “Our strategic planning initiatives aim to bring about a cultural shift towards data-driven decision-making within the organisation.”

Question 7

Turn down

Answer 7

To reject or decline an offer or proposal.

Example: “We had to turn down the client’s IPO request due to unfavourable market conditions.”

Question 8

Pull up

Answer 8

To open or display (on your screen)

Example: “Let me pull up the Q1 expense report so we can discuss it.”