Here are three short dialogs based on the business idioms:
Dialog 1: A Blank Cheque
Sarah and Tom are discussing a business decision.
Sarah: Tom, I'm not sure how to handle this client's request. It's a tricky situation.
Tom: Well, in situations like this, sometimes you have to give them a blank cheque.
Sarah: What do you mean by a blank cheque?
Tom: I mean, you need to authorize them to do what they think is best. Use your judgment to resolve it.
Dialog 2: All Hands on Deck
*Mark and Lisa are talking about their upcoming project deadline.*
Mark: Lisa, the project deadline is approaching fast, and we have so much work left.
Lisa: I know, Mark. It's overwhelming.
Mark: We need to get everyone involved. It's time for all hands on deck.
Lisa: Agreed. Let's ask the team for help to get everything done on time.
**Dialog 3: Compare Apples to Oranges**
*Alex and Emily are discussing marketing strategies.*
Alex: Emily, I think we should compare our product to our competitor's product directly in the ad.
Emily: But Alex, that's like comparing apples to oranges. Our products are so different.
Alex: I get your point, but sometimes it's good to show why our product is better, even if they're not identical.
Emily: Well, if you say so, let's give it a try.
Of course! Here are three more short dialogs based on the business idioms:
**Dialog 4: Ball Park Figure**
*Mark and Susan are discussing the budget for an upcoming project.*
Mark: Susan, can you give me an exact budget estimate for the project?
Susan: Mark, I don't have all the details yet, but I can provide you with a ball park figure.
Mark: That should work for now. We need to plan the finances.
**Dialog 5: Bitter Pill to Swallow**
*John and Maria are talking about a recent setback at work.*
John: Maria, I heard the company is laying off some employees, and I might be one of them.
Maria: John, that's a bitter pill to swallow. You've been with the company for years.
John: I know, but I need to prepare for the worst and start looking for new opportunities.
Dialog 6: Business as Usual
Tom and Laura are discussing how their business is handling a recent crisis.
Tom: Laura, after the security breach, should we shut down temporarily?
Laura: No, Tom. We need to show our customers that it's business as usual.
Tom: But what about the security risks?
Laura: We've increased security measures, and our customers need to see we're still here for them.