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Work & Money - The Business World

Discover how English idioms like "turn a trick" and "shotgun approach" relate to the business world in English.

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English idioms related to Work & Money
shotgun approach

a broad marketing strategy that uses multiple tactics to reach a wide audience, but without a clear understanding of the target market, leading to a less effective use of resources

[noun]
going concern

a business that produces a great deal of profit

[noun]
to do a roaring trade

(of a business) to be a high level of sales or trade

[phrase]
in the black

used to refer to something, particularly a bank account, that is providing one with a considerable amount of profit

[phrase]
bottom line

the amount that was profited or lost in an organization or company after everything was calculated

[noun]
to turn a trick

to engage in sexual activities in exchange for money

[phrase]
pay dirt

a valuable or significant discovery, often resulting in financial gain or success

[noun]
bricks and mortar

used to describe traditional physical buildings or structures, typically referring to businesses or establishments that have a physical presence in a specific location rather than operating solely online or virtually

[phrase]
skeleton staff‌

the minimum staff required for a business to run at a basic level

[phrase]
skeleton service

the service that is available only at certain times or under certain conditions

[noun]
money spinner

something that produces a great deal of profit

[noun]
in pocket

used for saying that one has more than enough money, usually gained in a transaction

[phrase]
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