Meaning
Prepare for hard times, a difficult task, or to work hard.
Cultural Background
Used frequently in boardrooms to signal austerity. Used by heads of households to explain budget limits. Sometimes used jokingly in planes. Used by politicians to justify tax hikes.
Context is key
Always ensure the listener knows you are talking about a project or money, not a car seatbelt.
Meaning
Prepare for hard times, a difficult task, or to work hard.
Context is key
Always ensure the listener knows you are talking about a project or money, not a car seatbelt.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct phrase.
بسبب الأزمة، يجب أن _____.
The context of an crisis requires the idiom for preparation/austerity.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesبسبب الأزمة، يجب أن _____.
The context of an crisis requires the idiom for preparation/austerity.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, it is common in professional settings.
Related Phrases
شد حيلك
similarBrace yourself/Be strong
