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make 1 a fuss
Complain about something (usually unimportant)
After work, I have to submit a report to my boss. I never want to forget it because if I do, she'll definitely make a fuss about fuss about it and I don't like her voice at all. In fact, nobody does.
bang for 2 the buck Worth the money you spend
MacBook is relatively expensive but it gives you more bang for the buck . I get more things done since I bought it. And you should consider buying it too, because if you don't get your work done on time, your boss will make a fuss about it
Around 3 the corner Coming up very soon
The next IELTS exam is just around the corner. You study or you die. New Year is also around the corner too.. You have to choose which one is your priority
Hands 4 down Simply too obvious and not worth arguing at all
Calgary is the best city in Canada to get rich, hands down Siro-A is the hands down the best performer in America's Got Talent this year
Heads5 up An advance notice, just to remind you something is coming so better be prepared
It's easier to get A and A+ in Canada than in Vietnam because professors usually give students a heads-up before the exams on what chapters to focus on. I feel like I get more bang for the buck
Big 6 time!
Used to stress the extreme (usually put at the end of the sentence)
I earned $3,000 from stock investing big time last week.. However, yesterday's market crash also made me lose, big time. To get more bang for the buck , I better do more research.
Back to square 7 one
Back to the starting point (square one), usually as a result of a failure
After losing all the money in the stock market, my saving is now back to square one. But still I believe stock maket is hands down the best place to make some bucks
Pull off 8 (Pull it off) Successfully make something happen or accomplish something, succeed
I had a job interview last week and guess what, I pulled it off ! I just pulled off the $200,000 real estate deal with my client. Now I have money to spend!
Pull an all 9 nighter Do not sleep at all to do some-freaking-thing. Most used by college students
Even though I'm well-prepared , I still have to pull an all-nighter for the exam tomorrow. Coffee is ready. Hopefully I can pull it off
Goof 0 off
Waste time instead of studying or working
I don't get it when Jim goofs off all the time but still get A+. He must have a secret sauce.
A 11 Rip-off Something unreasonably expensive
$1000 for an IELTS course? Definitely a rip-off. They're obviously trying to rip you off . So stay away. You will not get any bang for your buck at all.
T e t e 12 knot Get married
I'm 23 this year and I'm not gonna tie the knot anytime soon. Getting married involves a lot of responsibility, both expected and unexpected. My friends, Jim and Lori, will tie the knot this month and their wedding is just around the corner.
Step up 13 my game Try harder and make it better
I want to go back to stock investing to make some money. I'm aware that to make a nice return, I'll have to stop goofing off to step up my game.
I'm buyin' 14 it I'm convinced!
Linh was always trying to convince me she saw an alien. At first, I was not buying it because her story was so sketchy. But then I saw it with my own eyes and I have to believe in it. I'm buying it.
Ho 5 onto your hat! Be ready to hear something surprising!
Hi everybody, I got some good news. Please hold onto your hat. I finally have a girlfriend! Oh, Congrats! Unbelievable1
6Screw it! Whatever happens, I don't care
In teamwork, people often slack off. That really annoys me sometimes. But you know what, screw it. I'll just do my part and I'll pull an all-nighter as usual.
Crunch 17 time Busy period of time when everyone has to work hard
The tax season is just around the corner. In Canada, it's between March and April. It's crunch time for accountants to file tax for their clients.
What's 18 the catch? It sounds weird. What's the reason behind it?
AT&T is giving away free iPhone Really? so what's the catch? You have to sign a 2-year contract with them. costing you around $70 every month.
9Recoup (v) Recover what you have lost
I lost $3,000 in stock market last week Yesterday, I earned $4,000. I have not only recouped the money but made a profit after all.
Fit into the 0 picture
Does not fit with the overall plan
Having a job is important. But having a job that is not related to what you study doesn't really fit into the picture. And of course, doesn't give you more bang for your buck after all.
I wasn't born 21 yesterday Come on, I'm not stupid
One of my friends suddenly called me for the first time after 3 years and said he had a business opportunity that could help me earn several thousands dollars per day without working. Come on, I wasn't born yesterday
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