Lingo

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8 Words

4m

1.
[make] bricks without straw
短语

Trying to launch a startup with no funding is like making bricks without straw.

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2.
where there is a will, there is a way
content.sentence

You’ll finish that project on time—where there’s a will, there’s a way.

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3.
if you are not part of the solution, you are part of the problem
content.sentence

The teacher reminded her students that if you are not part of the solution, you are part of the problem when discussing the importance of taking an active role in addressing issues such as bullying and discrimination in the classroom.

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4.
dirty water will quench (any|) fire
content.sentence

When my colleague tried to solve a problem with a quick fix, I reminded them that dirty water will quench fire.It's important to think through the consequences of our actions.

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5.
distant water will not quench your immediate thirst
content.sentence

As a project manager, I prioritize tasks based on their urgency and importance.Distant water will not quench your immediate thirst, and it's important to address pressing issues first.

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6.
least said, soonest mended
content.sentence

I know there's a lot to discuss, but perhaps we should take a break for now.Least said, soonest mended.

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7.
care is no cure
content.sentence

Jane's parents were worried about her anxiety, but they knew that care is no cure and encouraged her to seek professional help.

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8.
(if|when) you are in a hole, stop digging
content.sentence

You're trying to improve your mental health, but you keep engaging in negative self-talk and self-destructive behaviors.If you're in a hole, stop digging and seek support from a therapist or trusted friend or family member.

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