Basic English Usage
Expressions
Practice proper usage by reading the following sentences out loud and emphasizing the words in bold font.
Because I'm in the loop, they will always invite me.
I'm out of the loop, so I don't know what is being planned.
I told you we would touch base, so now here I am. Let's talk.
My overview presentation will briefly touch on each of their main concerns.
I've been out of touch, so I don't know what has been happening.
You must have touched a nerve, because he became upset.
She needs a number that's in the ballpark, something reasonable.
He doesn't get the big picture. He's too focused on inconsequential details.
I've heard a new office is in the picture for us. It will be good to find a new one.
I know I'm out of the picture, but I would like to know what is happening.
They will get the picture if we explain. Then, they will understand.
She is in the same boat as I am: we share the same fate.
Let's not rock the boat. We don't need others to get upset.
I think you missed the boat on that one. You got it all wrong.
In a nutshell, they said no.
I'm sure he will come around if he listens to our explanation.
If I come across as crude, I hope you can forgive me.
If you come up short, I can lend you some money.
Now that it's out in the open, we should talk about it.
She may invest in our venture, but only if she gets out from under her personal debts.
I noticed he was out of it, so I didn't ask him any questions.
They were out for blood, which explains their aggressive behavior.
If there are no strings attached, I might agree to help.
Let's play it by ear; I don't know what's going to happen.
I always play it safe by bringing extra copies.
We have to play ball or they won't respond well.
She can pull strings and get us an introduction.
Do you really think we can pull it off? Most people think it is unlikely.
The nurse said I would pull through, so I relaxed.
We should brainstorm and generate some new designs to consider.
Let's go out on a limb and trust that his idea will work.
He has been out of action because he is recovering from an operation.
We were told it's out of the question. We should stop asking for so much.
We will never see eye to eye if you don't change your opinion.
We began to see daylight when we assembled the final delivery.
You should see to it that the door is locked.
Because of that failure, it's back to the drawing board.
Start over at square one. This time, do it correctly.
Lesson: Verbal Drills
Module: Expressions
Course: Basic English Usage