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2015년 5월 6일 수요일

PE 5/6 How to Become the Top Dog

It’s great to have you on board, Ben. I can really use the help these days. (to customer) Here you go, Steve. One all-beef, no onions. Have a good day.
* on board: being a part of the group or project; in agreement
ex> I spoke to the sales team, and they’re completely on board with the new strategy.
* Here one go: This expression is used in cheerful, less formal situations. It’s especially suitable when the person would be happy to receive what they’re being handed. A policeman would NOT hand you a speeding ticket and say, “Here you go!”

No on all counts. (to customer) Hello, Marcus! The usual? Coming right up!
* on all counts: totally; in every way
ex> Renata tried to guess why I was there, but she was wrong on all counts.

So please clue me in, Jonathan. Oh – here’s the bun. Why is this place always jumping?
* clue (someone) in: to become aware; make someone aware
ex> I didn't clue in to why we were going downtown until I remembered Pam’s broken shoe.
* jumping: busy; very active
ex> This street is quiet now, but it’ll be jumping once the sun goes down.

That’s a no-brainer. (to customer) Here’s your veggie dog, Marcus. Heavy on the relish. Have a good day.
* no-brainer: an obvious fact or idea
ex> Taking the kids to the amusement park was a no-brainer; they love it there.
ex> Don’t worry about the history midterm. It was a no-brainer.
* heavy on: with emphasis on; with a large quantity of
ex> That restaurant was known for its great view and high prices – heavy on the high prices.

Good work! I knew you’d clue in, Ben. That is the secret of my success.


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