Custom Search   [ Correct English | Common Errors |  | Sample Letters | Glossary of Correct Usage | Common Sentences | Q & A ] [ English Compositions | High School Vocab | Words | Phrases | Celebrity | Poetry Corner | SPM essays ] [ Literary English | Word Differentiation ] Sponsored Links <<Prev Conversation Next>>     TOEFL Vocabulary English Conversation English Grammar American Idioms English Comprehension English Summary English News Movie Reviews   Cut to the bone !!! Coral Morale is a bit low in our company at the moment, especially in the HR department where I work. Shelby I'm not surprised, business hasn't been good at all lately. Coral It certainly hasn't and it's forecast to get worse. Shelby What effect will that have on your plans for the next financial year ? Coral Well, all departments are being told to economize, and the HR department's training budget is being cut to the bone. Shelby That's surely a bit short-sighted. I would have thought that upgrading the skills of its staff should be a high priority for any company. Explanation :   If something such as costs are cut to the bone, they are reduced to an absolute minimum.   Example :  Profit margins have been slashed to the bone in an attempt to keep turnover moving.   On the verge of Fill me in on the task I am through working overtime The numbers didn't add up Give me the rundown Cut-throat competition See the work through It is feasible This item is sought-after Sells like hot cakes Look it up Got it all planned out I've lucked out Speak your minds On top of that We spread out the news He's all tied up Keep an eye on Stuck in traffic Pricing and samples Time is ticking away We talked on the phone I need to think it over She's driving a hard bargain Long-standing support Production lead time In no time Expedite the payment Defective goods Work wonders Get in contact with You're making me blush Keep you updated Filled him in I'll see to it Grab a bite The bottom line is quality They are high-tech items Our lead time is 14 days Fit in with Have a word with you I am flattered by your praise Well begun is half done I am just a workaholic Give me a hand You reap what you sow Keep track of It's my treat A tight schedule Have a second thought I've made up my mind Fire away It's no bother at all With flying colors   Conversation 01 Conversation 02 Conversation 03 Conversation 04 Conversation 05 Conversation 06 Conversation 07 Conversation 08 Conversation 09 Conversation 10 Conversation 11 Conversation 12 Conversation 13 Conversation 14 Conversation 15 Sponsored Links     American Slang English Proverbs English Exercises Common English mistakes Ancient Chinese stories Junior English essays High school English essays Lower Secondary English essays