Speaking English Like a Native 8) We are going to ________ the envelope and try a brand new type of online advertising this year. a) push
b) pull
c) address
9) One of our customers is looking for a humidifier that also works as an air filter. Can you help her track that ________? a) down
b) up
c) out
10) You need to speak with Brandon about his performance. Lately, it hasn't been ______ to scratch. a) down
b) about
c) up
11) Since he made the big sale two years ago, Mike hasn't worked very hard. He's been ________ on his laurels. a) resting
b) sleeping
c) relying
12) Before we make a final decision, does anybody else want to weigh ____ on this issue? a) out
b) in
c) about
13) Don't try to pass the ________to your employees. It's time you take some responsibility. a) buck
b) dollar
c) responsibility
14) We've got to call 200 customers as part of our market research survey. Who's going to pitch ______ and start making calls? a) out
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b) up
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c) in
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