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Explore English idioms regarding opportunities with examples like "gravy train" and "grease the skids".
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to miss a trick
[phrase]
to fail to take advantage of an opportunity
Ex: The company missed a trick by not investing in social media marketing earlier, and now they're struggling to catch up to their competitors.
second bite at the cherry
[phrase]
another opportunity for one to do or achieve something one previously failed at
Ex: The team is hoping to win the championship this year, after losing in the finals last season, they're excited to have a second bite at the cherry.
to leave the door open for something
[phrase]
to make sure that there is still a possibility or chance for something to be done or achieved at a later time
Ex: When negotiating the contract, make sure to leave the door open for future amendments and changes.
to grease the skids
[phrase]
to make a process easier and more successful by providing support or taking action to overcome obstacles or resistance
Ex: To ensure a successful product launch, the company plans to grease the skids by investing in marketing and advertising.
to prepare the ground for something
[phrase]
to make the necessary preparations for an event or situation
Ex: The organization is preparing the ground for future growth by investing in new technology and expanding its product line.
the streets of sw are paved with gold
[sentence]
used to mean that a specific place provides many opportunities to become wealthy and successful with little effort
Ex: The politician promised that if elected, the streets would be paved with gold for the people, but many remain skeptical of their ability to deliver on those promises.
gravy train
[noun]
a situation in which making a lot of money becomes possible with minimal time or effort
Ex: She thought that being an influencer was a gravy train, but soon realized that building a following requires hard work and dedication .
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