English Idioms for "Job Opportunities"

Explore English idioms that relate to job opportunities, including "a foot in the door" and "get the bird".

review-disable

review

flashcard-disable

flashcard

spelling-disable

spelling

quiz-disable

quiz

start-learning
Work & Money

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

Ex: If he can get a meeting with the CEO , it could be a foot in the door for his business .

to take the blame or punishment for something, even if it is not entirely one's fault, in order to protect someone else or to preserve one's honor

Ex: She is considering falling on her sword and taking the blame for the project 's failure .

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

Ex: The project is behind schedule , and heads will roll if it 's not completed on time .

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

Ex: Networking can help you advance more quickly up the corporate ladder .

to be fired or dismissed from a job, usually in an abrupt or disrespectful manner

Ex: I heard Bill got the bird for screwing up the Robertson accounts .

to dismiss or fire someone from their job or position

Ex: She 's been warned about her poor attendance , and if she does n't improve , they 'll show her the door .

to retire or quit from a profession or activity that involves physical or competitive effort

Ex: He 's been thinking about retirement for a while , and he may hang up his gloves next year .

to retire from a particular activity or occupation, especially one's profession or career

Ex: She 's been considering retirement for a while , and she may hang up her boots next year .

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

Ex: If he wants to succeed in the art world , he 'll need to carve out a niche for himself and establish a unique style .

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

Ex: If the company does n't meet its targets , some employees may be given their walking ticket .