14.10.2024

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Question American English Answer American English
How can we tell if it's working?
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How can we measure success?
Time's running short / only have a few minutes left
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The time available is almost up.
If I can just come in for a second.
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I want to clarify a point.
up to speed on
You and a friend discussing a project at work.
I missed the last meeting. Can you help me get up to speed on the project?
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up to speed on ?
knowing all the latest information
Sure! We discussed the timeline and the new tasks for everyone.”
Flat out contradicts the results
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The statement goes directly against the results.
Running on a tight schedule
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Having very limited time to complete tasks.
Create a buffer or give yourself more time to answer.
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Allow extra time before responding.
Provides very specific information about measuring success.
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Offers clear criteria for evaluating success.
Another general point I'd like to raise
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Bringing up a broad or general idea.
Let me check I understand
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Asking for confirmation or clarification.
Feels that this is taking them off track
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Thinks the discussion is becoming a distraction.
within our scope
Are you sure that's within our scope here?
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is relevant to the current goals.
Are you sure that's relevant here?
I'm having trouble understanding what the connection is.
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Asking for an explanation of the relationship.
That might be a bit of a different topic.
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Suggesting that the discussion is off
Promotional materials are getting through to our most important customers
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Marketing efforts are effectively reaching key customers.
Nick isn't up to speed or knowledgeable about the topic
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Nick is not informed or knowledgeable on the issue.
put that question
Maybe I can put that question to Ryan, if you don't mind.
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suggesting to ask
Politely suggesting to ask Ryan for input.
Gerald, maybe you want to comment?
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Inviting Gerald to share his thoughts.
Max takes over to thank Nick and reiterate
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Max takes over to thank Nick and repeat important points.

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