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  • Put in a shift; put a shift in

    Put in a shift; put a shift in

    to work diligently or put in a considerable amount of effort to accomplish a task, often involving long hours or hard work

    Example

    Americans on social media have been left in stitches after they watched a hilarious video of Donald Trump putting in a shift at McDonalds. 

  • Stunt

    Stunt 

    Something done to attract attention

    Example

    The former President was seen cooking, scooping french fries, and handing out meals at the drive-through window in his latest campaign stunt. 

  • Put in effort

    Put in effort

    Work very hard

    Example

    It’s not that I reject the use of AI, I simply want my students to be able to think and put in effort.

  • Take somebody aback

    take somebody aback

    (usually passive) to shock or surprise somebody very much

    Examples

    Brendan was taken aback by her sudden question.

    The king was taken aback by a sudden protest.

  • Shove it

    Shove it 

    Stick it 

    Examples

    If they want me to do the same job for less money, they can shove it.

    There is no way I am having a digital health passport. Shove it mate.

  • Stay mum; keep mum

    Stay mum; keep mum 

    Keep quiet or remain silent 

    Example 

    After days of staying mum despite mounting backlash over the interview, the TV station published a statement addressing the outrage that ensued after the interview.

  • Mega donor, megadonor

    Mega donor, megadonor

    One of the biggest donors

     

    Example

    Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, was considered a Republican megadonor.

  • Right off the bat

    Right off the bat

    Immediately or without delay

    Examples

    Right off the bat, I could tell that the plan had no chance of success.

    He blasted the governor right off the bat, calling the current state administration a nightmare of invasion.

  • Put one’s shoulder to the wheel

    put  one’s shoulder to the wheel

    To make a sustained, concentrated, and vigorous effort

    Example

    Accept the result and everyone from all sides put their shoulder to the wheel to make the best of things.

  • hurry (someone or something) along or up

    hurry (someone or something) along or up

    To urge or drive someone or something to move at a faster pace.

    Examples

    I hate going to museums with Paul because he just hurries me along through all of the exhibits.

    The company is finished. Just need the newly appointed CEO to hurry it along. 

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