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Street Talk 2 - Lesson 4

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Street Talk 2
along the lines of {sth}

of the same type as something else or closely resembling it

Ex: The new initiative is along the lines of previous sustainability projects, focusing on renewable energy and waste reduction 
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at large
at large
[Adjective]

having escaped, especially from confinement

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front burner

a state of high priority where something is dealt with immediately or given the most attention

Ex: The new project is now on the front burner after the meeting. 
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to backfire

to have a result contrary to what one desired or intended

Ex: His attempt to prank his friend backfired when she turned the tables on him. 
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bank job
bank job
[noun]

a robbery or heist involving a bank, typically involving the illegal act of stealing money or valuables from a bank

Ex: "The police are still investigating the bank job that happened last night." 
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behind bars
behind bars
[Adverb]

used to refer to someone who is imprisoned or serving time in prison

Ex: After the trial, he spent ten years behind bars. 
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capitol hill

a hill in Washington, D.C., where the Capitol Building sits and Congress meets

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to carry out

to execute a decision, order, or directive

Ex: The military was prepared to carry out the president's order to deploy troops in response to the crisis. 
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to come forward

make oneself visible; take action

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on {one's} [heels]

closely following or pursuing someone or something, often in a persistent or bothersome manner

Ex: The reporters were on her heels as she left the courthouse. 
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crackdown
crackdown
[noun]

a severe and often sudden enforcement of law or regulations, typically to suppress or control specific activities, behaviors, or groups perceived as problematic or threatening

Ex: The government launched a crackdown on illegal immigration, leading to widespread arrests and deportations. 
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crook
crook
[noun]

someone who has committed a crime or has been legally convicted of a crime

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cutback
cutback
[noun]

the act of reducing the amount of something

Ex: The company announced cutbacks in staff due to budget shortages. 
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to face up to

to confront and deal with a difficult or unpleasant situation directly and courageously

Ex: It's time for us to face up to the fact that changes are necessary for the company's survival. 
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heist
heist
[noun]

‌an act of violently stealing something valuable, especially from a shop or bank

Ex: The gang planned a bank heist. 
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to hinge on

(of an outcome, decision, or situation) to depend entirely on a particular factor or set of circumstances

Ex: The outcome of the game will hinge on the performance of the team's star player. 
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in broad daylight

at a time when everyone can witness something

Ex: The thief stole the purse in broad daylight, right in front of a crowded street, shocking the onlookers. 
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to jump-start

start or re-start vigorously

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to knock off

to take something illegally without permission

Ex: The gang knocked a load of recording equipment off from the studio. 
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to [lie] in wait

to secretly wait for the right time to catch or attack an enemy or prey

Ex: The gunmen were lying in wait when Mr Predit came out of the hotel. 
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to nab
to nab
[Verb]

to catch someone because they are suspected of doing something wrong

Ex: The police officer decided to nab the suspect after a brief chase. 
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on shaky ground

in an uncertain or unstable situation that is likely to fail or collapse

Ex: After the scandal, the company was on shaky ground. 
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on the floor
on the floor
[phrase]

used to refer to an idea, proposal, or issue that is formally presented or under discussion in a meeting, especially in a legislative or organizational context

Ex: The proposal for a new community park is now on the floor, awaiting a vote. 
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the powers that be

the individuals or groups who hold the most authority or influence in a particular organization, community, or situation

Ex: The powers that be refused to change the policy. 
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private eye

someone who can be employed as a detective to collect information

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to shoot down

to be too harsh on someone just to prove that their ideas are wrong or stupid

Ex: The opposition tried to shoot down the candidate's reputation with negative campaigning. 
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to get around

to find a way to overcome a problem or obstacle

Ex: Students should be resourceful and get around the challenges of remote learning. 
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underway
underway
[Adjective]

currently happening

Ex: The construction of the new bridge is underway and expected to be completed next year. 
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