in a gray area, it means the situation isn’t certain. In a gray area there are no clear rules and it’s difficult to say if it’s right or wrong.
"Kill two birds with one stone" . Explain and make up a sentence
to accomplish two tasks with a single action
"Caught red-handed". Explain and make up a sentence
to be caught in the act of doing something wrong or illegal
"To hit the books". Explain and make up a sentence
to study
"To overplay your hand"
Being overly-confident about your work and your chance of success may actually disadvantage you.
"Get down to business"
When it’s time to start seriously focusing on the actual work, it’s time to get down to business
"Bite off more than you can chew". Explain and make up a sentence
to take a task that is too big or ambitious to handle
"Keep your chin up". Explain and make up a sentence
to stay positive and optimistic during difficult times
"On cloud nine". Explain and make up a sentence
be extremely happy
"Burn the midnight oil" . Explain and make up a sentence
to work or study late into the night
"A win-win situation"
a situation where everybody involved in the event or deal benefits from the outcome.
"Smooth sailing"
When everything is going well and without any problems, we call it smooth sailing.
"The wrong end of the stick"
This phrase refers to a total misunderstanding of a situation, plan or idea.
"Bring to the table"
To bring [something] to the table means to bring something of use or benefit (skills, experience, etc.) to a job or business activity (project, meeting, etc.).
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