Presentations 2

Question 1

Sit on (something), e.g., They have been sitting on the offer for the last two weeks

Answer 1

To delay dealing with something

Question 2

Pencil it in / pencil you in, e.g., We can pencil in the meeting and if we need to reorganise, that’s fine.

Answer 2

To arrange/forecast something (but it may change)

Question 3

In light of…, e.g., In light of the circumstances, we can postpone the management presentation until next week.

Answer 3

Taking (something) into consideration

Question 4

(To get) up to speed, e.g., First of all, let’s get up to speed on the most recent developments with the buyer.

Answer 4

To get fully informed / up to date

Question 5

Take five / take ten, e.g., Let’s take five and when we return, we will discuss the management restructuring.

Answer 5

To have a short break

Question 6

Across the board, e.g., Across the board, we have been seeing a rising COGS this year.

Answer 6

When something applies to all parts/elements

Question 7

Shift gears, e.g., Let’s shift gears and discuss this quarter’s cash flow.

Answer 7

To suddenly change what you are doing