square the circle

square the circle 

(phrase)

= to do something that is impossible

Examples

Don’t try to square the circle. It’s a waste of time.

Developing a good system in a short period of time can feel like squaring the circle.

Finding a good balance between work and personal life can feel like squaring the circle.

Reference

https://www.collinsdictionary.com/dictionary/english/square-the-circle

Here are more examples of using "square the circle":

Trying to please everyone in the office often feels like squaring the circle.

Designing a perfect product that meets all customer needs may seem like squaring the circle.

Balancing a tight budget while expanding services can feel like squaring the circle.

Writing a comprehensive report in just one day is like trying to square the circle.

Some synonyms for the phrase "square the circle":

Achieve the impossible

Do the unachievable

Solve the unsolvable

Attempt the impossible

Reach for the unattainable

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What does "to square the circle" imply?

#English 

A) Achieving the impossible

B) A waste of effort

C) Perfecting a design

D) Solving complex problems

 

bespoke

bespoke

= custom-made or tailored specifically for a particular person or their individual requirements

Mark ordered a bespoke suit from a famous tailor, ensuring it fit him perfectly.

Emily commissioned a bespoke bookshelf to fit the unique dimensions of her living room.

For their anniversary, she received bespoke jewelry designed to reflect her personal style and preferences.

The athlete ordered bespoke cycling gear that enhanced performance while reflecting his personal style.

Some synonyms and antonyms for "bespoke":

Synonyms

Custom-made

Tailored

Personalized

Made-to-order

Individualized

Crafted

Specialized

Antonyms

Ready-made

Standardized

Generic

Mass-produced

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In the sentence, "Mark ordered a bespoke suit from a famous tailor, ensuring it fit him perfectly," what does "bespoke" imply about the suit?

#English

A) Standardized design

B) Uniquely tailored

C) Mass-produced

D) Fashionable trend

 

blunder

blunder

= a serious mistake 

The company’s blunder in handling the financial crisis cost it a few million dollars.

His blunder during the presentation led to a significant loss of client trust.

The IT team’s blunder in the software update caused a system-wide outage.

The referee's blunder in making the wrong call turned the game in favor of the opposing team.

Some synonyms and antonyms for "blunder":

Synonyms

Mistake

Error 

Misstep 

Antonyms

Success

Accuracy

Achievement

Correctness

Precision 

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In the sentence, "The company’s blunder in handling the financial crisis cost it a few million dollars," what is a synonym for "blunder"?

#English

A) Triumph

B) Mishap

C) Trend

D) Plan

 

under someone's spell

 

under someone's spell

=  to be very attracted to or fascinated by someone, as if they have a magical influence over you

When he smiled, she felt like she was under his spell.

After their first meeting in the restaurant, she felt like she was under his spell.

The magician put the audience under his spell with his tricks.

From the moment he spoke, she was under his spell, captivated by his charm.

Some synonyms and antonyms for "under someone's spell":

Synonyms  

Enchanted by  

Charmed by

Fascinated by

Antonyms  

Indifferent to

Unimpressed by  

Dismayed by

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"From the moment he spoke, she was under his spell, captivated by his charm."

How did she feel after he spoke?

#English

A) Enchanted

B) Disinterested

C) Confused

D) Disappointed

tread water

tread water

= to maintain a current state without making any forward progress

The stock price continued to tread water for the entire month.

Even with new product launches, the stock price seems to be treading water instead of rising.

After several months of uncertainty, the company’s stock price has continued to tread water, showing no significant gains.

After launching the new marketing campaign, the company felt like it was just treading water, with no increase in customer engagement.

Some synonyms and antonyms for "tread water":

Synonyms 

Remain stagnant 

Maintain the status quo

Hold steady

Stand still

Antonyms 

Make progress

Advance

Move forward 

Grow

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"The stock price continued to tread water for the entire month."

What does "tread water" mean in the context of stock prices?

#English

A) Increase significantly

B) Maintain current state

C) Decrease sharply

D) Become volatile

 

on paper

 

on paper

(phrase)

= something that looks good in theory

Examples

Smith: What are your mum’s plans for investment?

Jeffrey: It’s still on paper!

The merger looks great on paper, but achieving a synergistic effect in the short term will not be easy.

The new proposal looks good on paper, but we need to test it in the market.

Reference

https://www.collinsdictionary.com/dictionary/english/on-paper

Here are more examples of using "on paper":

On paper, the project is well-funded, but we lack the necessary resources to carry it out.

The team's strategy looks solid on paper, yet they struggle to execute it during games.

This investment opportunity appears attractive on paper, but we should conduct thorough research.

The schedule seems manageable on paper, but unexpected delays could complicate things.

Some synonyms for the phrase "on paper":

In theory

In principle

Theoretically

On the surface

In an ideal world

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"The merger looks great on paper, but achieving a synergistic effect in the short term will not be easy."

What does "on paper" mean in this context?

#English

A) Difficult to read

B) Appears good in theory

C) Used for writing

D) Requires approval