Business Presentations

noun a talk or lecture that is informal or spontaneous, often given using a chalkboard or visual aids

• During the conference, the expert delivered a detailed chalk talk on the latest advancements in artificial intelligence.
• Hey, do you want to grab a coffee and go over that chalk talk presentation together?
• I totally aced that chalk talk in class today, no sweat!
• The CEO's speech was like a chalk talk, breaking down complex ideas into simple concepts for everyone to understand.

noun a person or thing that signals the beginning of something

• The opera's curtain raiser was a beautiful orchestral piece.
• The curtain raiser for the concert was a local band playing some popular songs.
• The curtain raiser at the party was a hilarious skit performed by the host.
• The new policy announcement served as a curtain raiser for the upcoming changes in the company.

verb to precede or come before in time or order

preposition used to indicate that something happens before something else in time or order

• In this court of law, the evidence presented must go before the judge for a ruling.
• Before we make any decisions, let's see what the boss has to say first.
• I can't believe you're going before the principal for breaking the rules.
• Sometimes in life, your past actions will go before you and affect your future opportunities.

noun a display or exhibition

verb to exhibit or display prominently

• The art gallery will showcase the works of several renowned artists.
• The fashion show will showcase the latest trends in streetwear.
• The music festival is going to showcase some sick beats from up-and-coming DJs.
• The charity event will showcase the generosity of the community.

verb to make neat or tidy by cleaning or decorating

adverb in a neat or tidy manner

• The homeowner hired a professional designer to spruce up their living room.
• I'm thinking of adding some new throw pillows to spruce up the couch.
• Let's grab some paint and spruce up this old dresser.
• She decided to spruce up her resume before applying for the job.