Warren Buffet’s 3 Tips for Success Flashcards

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Arguably

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adverb

Used to give an opinion that you think is true

He is arguably the best choice for a new manager.

He was arguably the worst president in US history.

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Ought to

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verb

Should

We ought to arrive on time at the restaurant tonight.

They ought to cancel this while there is still time.

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Act

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verb

Take action

We need to act now if we want to avoid disaster.

They have urged their team leader to act quickly.

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Pass on …

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phrasal verb

To not accept something

I’m going to pass on his offer.

We passed on many opportunities recently.

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Served up on a platter

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idiom

To get something for nothing

This deal was served up on a platter for us.

His life has been pretty easy and most things have been served up on a platter for him.

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Judge

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verb

To evaluate / form an opinion

It’s a bit too soon to judge if things will turn out well.

The meeting was judged to be a success.

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Set the bar

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idiom

To set standards / expectations

They set the bar for future technologies in VR.

She set the bar high for her team members.

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Impose

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verb

To force something on someone

The government imposed a lot of strict rules on eating and drinking establishments.

I don’t mean to impose, but can I sit here?

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