GAFA Engineer's English Vocabulary List: Page 9

 pulling teeth

• Trying to schedule a meeting that works for everyone's busy calendars was like pulling teeth.
• Getting the kids to clean up their room is always like pulling teeth.

proliferate

• In recent years, social media platforms have proliferated, connecting people across the globe.
• Fake news has proliferated on the internet, causing confusion and misinformation.

spill the beans

• The journalist's interview questions were so persistent that the politician eventually spilled the beans on the controversial decision.
• I can't believe I spilled the beans about the new product launch before the official announcement!

signal boost

• The event organizer asked us to signal boost the event details to increase attendance.
• If you find this article helpful, please give it a signal boost so that others can benefit from it too.

due diligence

• The project is complex, and we need to do our best due diligence to ensure we've considered all potential challenges.
• We're hiring a new executive for the company, and the hiring committee is committed to doing their best due diligence on the candidates' qualifications and background.

streamlined

• The new software has a streamlined user interface, making it easier for customers to navigate and use.
• With streamlined communication channels, the team was able to collaborate more effectively and make quicker decisions.

frown upon

• In many cultures, excessive drinking is frowned upon, especially in formal or professional settings.
• The teacher frowns upon cheating and has a strict policy against academic dishonesty.

hit the nail on the head

• Her explanation about the project's challenges really hit the nail on the head.
• You hit the nail on the head with your analysis of the company's financial issues.

be on it

• I apologize for the inconvenience, and I'll be on it to find a solution.
• No worries, I'm on it!

give (time) back

• I'll give you 5 minutes back, so we can wrap up the meeting ahead of schedule.
• Great job, everyone! I'll give you 15 minutes back as a little bonus for our productivity today.