Job Opportunities

an opportunity for starting a business or entering an organization, etc. in order to achieve a higher level of success later

Getting an interview is a foot in the door for a job opportunity.

to advise someone to continue with their current job instead of trying a new job that is likely to fail

He's trying to be a comedian, but he should not give up the day job just yet.

to be fired from one's position or job

He got the boot from his last job for being consistently late.

official notice that you have been fired from your job

used to express that people are going to be punished for something, particularly by being fired

If the company's profits continue to decline, heads will roll in the upper management.

the different levels of jobs and responsibilities that people can move up in their chosen profession as they gain more experience and skills

Climbing the corporate ladder often requires hard work and dedication.

to dismiss one's employee

George was given the sack yesterday.

to be subjected to disapproval, rejection, or criticism from others, often through booing

The comedian's offensive jokes caused them to get the bird from the audience, who began booing and hissing loudly.

to dismiss or fire someone from their job or position

He was shown the door last week after he was caught sleeping on the job.

to successfully create a secure position for oneself at work, often by excelling in a very specific field related to it

After years of hard work, she finally carved a niche for herself as a leading expert in renewable energy.

a notice given to someone, asking them to leave a job or place

He was given his walking papers yesterday and is now looking for a new job.

to retire someone due to their old age

After years of dedicated service, he was put out to pasture and allowed to enjoy his retirement.

to be waiting for an opportunity to arise in order to take action

After years of dedicated service, he was put out to pasture and allowed to enjoy his retirement.