Business Strategies

verb to take action based on something, to do something as a result of a decision or information

• The board of directors will act on the recommendations put forth by the committee.
• I'll act on your advice and see how it goes.
• I'll act on that tip and hopefully make some money.
• She decided to act on her feelings and finally confess her love to him.

adjective providing an advantage; favorable; beneficial

• It is advantageous for companies to invest in employee training programs.
• It's advantageous to have a friend who works at the company.
• Having a study group for the exam is really advantageous.
• Being able to speak multiple languages is like having an advantageous tool in your toolbox.

noun a person who takes the place of another

verb to take turns or to occur in turns

adjective occurring or following by turns

adverb alternately

• The committee decided to choose an alternate route for the project.
• Let's take the alternate path to avoid traffic.
• I heard there's an alternate way to get in without waiting in line.
• She always tries to find an alternate solution to any problem.

verb to take advantage of or make the most of a situation or opportunity

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

• The company was able to capitalize on the new market trends and increase their profits.
• I think we should capitalize on the holiday sales and buy some new gadgets.
• Let's capitalize on the nice weather and go for a hike this weekend.
• She knew she had to capitalize on her strengths in order to succeed in the competition.

noun a tangible form of money, such as bills or coins

verb a word that expresses an action or state of being, in this case the action of 'cashing in'

adverb a word that modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb, in this case modifying the action of 'cashing in'

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence, in this case indicating the action of 'cashing in'

• The company decided to cash in on the growing trend of eco-friendly products.
• I'm going to cash in on the sale at the department store.
• She's always looking for ways to cash in on a good deal.
• He tried to cash in on his fame by starting his own clothing line.

noun a joining or merging of different elements to form a whole

adjective describing something that is made up of different parts or elements

• The research study found that a combination of factors contributed to the overall success of the project.
• I love the combination of flavors in this dish - it's so delicious!
• That outfit is a killer combination, you look amazing!
• In literature, the author often uses a combination of symbolism and imagery to convey deeper meanings in the text.

noun a noun referring to an action taken in response to another action, often to oppose or neutralize it

• The government implemented a new policy in order to create a counteraction against the rising inflation rates.
• She decided to start exercising as a counteraction to her unhealthy eating habits.
• I'm gonna hit the gym as a counteraction to all the junk food I've been eating.
• His calm demeanor was a powerful counteraction to the chaos unfolding around him.

noun a reduction in the amount or quantity of something

verb to reduce the amount or quantity of something

• The company had to implement a cutback in order to reduce costs.
• They had to make a cutback in spending to stay within budget.
• We're gonna have to do a cutback on our shopping spree.
• Sometimes we need to make a cutback in our social life to focus on personal growth.

noun a planned or intentional action

verb to engage in careful consideration or discussion

adjective done consciously and intentionally

adverb in a careful and unhurried manner

• The jury took their time to deliberate on the evidence presented in the case.
• Let's deliberate on where to go for dinner tonight.
• I don't know why she's being so deliberate about choosing a movie to watch.
• His deliberate actions spoke volumes about his true intentions.

verb to reduce or diminish the value or worth of something

• The decision to devalue the currency was met with backlash from economic experts.
• I heard they're planning to devalue the company's stock next week.
• They really devalued the concert tickets this year, I got mine for half the price!
• Her constant criticism seemed to devalue his self-worth over time.

noun the distinguishing of a difference

• The key to success in this market is effective product differentiation.
• If you want to stand out, you need to show some differentiation in your work.
• She really knows how to do her own thing and create some differentiation.
• In a world full of copies, be the differentiation that sets you apart.

noun a cessation or stopping of something

verb to cease doing or providing (something); end or stop

• The company has decided to discontinue production of that particular product line.
• I heard they're going to discontinue making those shoes everyone likes.
• They're gonna axe that item from their inventory.
• She decided to discontinue her toxic friendship for her own well-being.

verb to imitate or try to equal or excel; copy

• Many companies try to emulate the success of industry leaders by studying their strategies.
• I always try to emulate my older brother because he's so successful.
• She's always trying to emulate the cool kids at school.
• The artist sought to emulate the beauty of nature in her paintings.

noun a cut of meat from the flank of an animal

verb to be situated on each side of or on one side of (someone or something)

verb to prevent or obstruct (an anticipated event or action) by taking advance action

• The company implemented new policies aimed at forestalling any potential financial risks.
• She's always forestalling any problems before they even arise.
• I'm constantly forestalling my brother from borrowing my clothes.
• His quick thinking was like forestalling a storm before it could wreak havoc.

verb to remain valid or applicable; to be true or reliable

• The legal principles established in the previous case still hold good in this situation.
• The rules we set last time still hold good for this game.
• The plan we made yesterday still holds good for our trip.
• The advice she gave me years ago still holds good in my heart.

noun a person, place, thing, or idea that is involved in the action being described

adverb modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb to describe how the action is being performed

• The new security system was put in action to protect the building.
• I love watching superhero movies with all the cool fight scenes in action.
• The dance crew was in action last night at the club, showing off their moves.
• When faced with a difficult decision, it's important to see all the options in action before choosing.

adverb modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb to indicate indirect action or manner

• The new policy indirectly affects the way employees report their expenses.
• She indirectly hinted that she didn't like the gift.
• He indirectly threw shade at his ex during the conversation.
• The artist indirectly conveys her emotions through abstract paintings.

noun a system or set of methods used in a particular area of study or activity

• The research project followed a rigorous methodology to ensure accurate results.
• She came up with a new methodology for organizing her closet.
• I'm gonna try out this new study methodology my friend recommended.
• His methodology for dealing with stress involves deep breathing and meditation.

noun the central point, position, or part

adjective not extreme or controversial; moderate

• The company's new product is designed to appeal to a middle of the road consumer demographic.
• I don't want anything too fancy, just something middle of the road will do.
• I'm not looking for anything too extra, just something middle of the road.
• His opinions on the matter were always very middle of the road, never too extreme in either direction.

noun a choice or alternative that is available

adjective describing something that is optional or not required

• The company offers a variety of investment options for their clients.
• You have the option to choose between the blue or red shirt.
• I have the option to bail on the party if it gets boring.
• She saw quitting her job as the only viable option for her mental health.

verb to turn out successfully or as desired; to result in a positive outcome

• It is difficult to predict how the new business venture will pan out.
• I'm not sure if our plan will pan out, but let's give it a try.
• I hope my date with Sarah pans out tonight.
• Despite the challenges, I believe everything will eventually pan out in the end.

noun a sudden swoop or spring towards something in order to attack or seize it

preposition to jump or spring on someone or something suddenly in order to attack or seize it

• The cat waited patiently for the mouse to make a move so it could pounce upon it.
• I saw the opportunity to pounce upon the last piece of pizza before anyone else could grab it.
• The salesperson tried to pounce upon me with a high-pressure pitch to buy the product.
• The team was ready to pounce upon any mistakes made by their opponents during the game.

adjective of chief importance; main; leading

adverb chiefly; mainly; primarily

• The study primarily focuses on the principles of physics.
• She mainly eats fruits and vegetables.
• I mostly hang out with my friends on weekends.
• His actions are guided principally by his moral compass.

noun a quick start or beginning, especially in a race or competition

• The athlete took a running start before leaping over the hurdle.
• He got a running start before jumping off the diving board.
• I need to get a running start on this project before the deadline hits.
• She decided to take a running start at her new job by diving into the work headfirst.

noun a gimmick or routine used to attract attention or entertain others

• The comedian's shtick involves a lot of observational humor and witty one-liners.
• His shtick is to always tell cheesy jokes to break the ice.
• She's got this whole shtick where she pretends to be clueless, but she's actually really smart.
• The politician's shtick of promising change without any concrete plans is starting to wear thin with voters.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

• The doctor identified the sore spot on the patient's back as a muscle strain.
• I told my friend about the sore spot on my shoulder from working out too hard.
• I can't lift my arm because of this sore spot from yesterday's gym sesh.
• Bringing up that topic is a sore spot for him, so let's avoid it.

noun a person or thing acting or serving in place of another

verb to put or use in the place of another

• The chef decided to use tofu as a substitute for meat in the vegetarian dish.
• I'll have to substitute the blueberries with strawberries in the recipe because I ran out.
• I can't believe she tried to substitute her friend at the last minute.
• Laughter is a great substitute for tears in times of sadness.

noun a compulsory contribution to state revenue, levied by the government on workers' income and business profits, or added to the cost of some goods, services, and transactions

• The government imposes a tax on all income earned by its citizens.
• I hate tax season because I always end up owing money.
• I can't believe how much tax they took out of my paycheck!
• His criticism felt like a tax on my self-esteem.

noun a cut or notch made underneath something

verb to offer goods or services at a lower price than a competitor

• The company decided to undercut their competitors by offering lower prices.
• I heard that store always undercuts their prices during the holidays.
• I'm going to undercut that guy in the auction to get the item for a lower price.
• Her sharp wit always seems to undercut his arguments in debates.

verb To walk through water or another liquid with some effort, typically with some splashing

• The diplomat decided to wade into the negotiations in order to facilitate a peaceful resolution.
• I'm not sure if I want to wade into the conversation about politics at the dinner party.
• I heard that John waded into the argument and things got pretty heated.
• She decided to wade into the world of entrepreneurship and start her own business.

noun a person or thing that maximizes, or makes the most of something

• The company hired a financial maximizer to help increase profits.
• My friend is a real maximizer when it comes to shopping for deals.
• I'm a total maximizer when it comes to getting the most out of my vacation.
• She's a maximizer of opportunities, always looking for ways to improve her skills.

noun A player in American football whose primary role is to carry the ball on running plays

adjective Describing the position or role of a player in American football

• The running back made a crucial touchdown in the final minutes of the game.
• Did you see that running back juke out the defenders? He's so fast!
• That running back is a beast on the field, no one can catch him.
• Being a running back in life means constantly moving forward despite obstacles.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action or state of being

adverb a word that modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence

• The boxer vowed to come out fighting in the championship match.
• I know things have been tough, but we have to come out fighting.
• When life knocks you down, you gotta come out fighting.
• After facing criticism, the politician decided to come out fighting for his beliefs.

adjective relating to or characteristic of both local and global contexts or issues

• The company's glocal strategy involves adapting global products to suit local markets.
• I love how this restaurant has a glocal menu, featuring both international and local dishes.
• I'm all about that glocal vibe, where we mix global trends with local traditions.
• Her perspective on life is truly glocal, blending influences from around the world with her own personal experiences.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

• In the business world, companies often live and die by their ability to adapt to changing market conditions.
• As a hardcore gamer, I live and die by my favorite gaming console.
• In the music industry, artists know they can live and die by their latest album release.
• For some people, their reputation is something they live and die by in social circles.

noun a game or strategy in which one person pretends to be hurt or tired in order to deceive an opponent

verb to engage in a deceptive strategy, especially in a competitive situation

• The boxer used the strategy to play rope-a-dope and tire out his opponent.
• I saw the boxer trying to play rope-a-dope in the ring last night.
• Let's see if he can play rope-a-dope and outsmart his opponent.
• She decided to play rope-a-dope and let her opponent wear themselves out before making her move.

noun a name or label for a person, place, thing, or idea

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

adverb a word that modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

conjunction a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses

• The acronym BISLY stands for 'Business in a Socially Responsible Way'.
• I heard that BISLY is the new way to do business sustainably.
• Let's make sure our company is BISLY-compliant.
• In the world of business, being BISLY is the key to long-term success.

noun a method of transportation using a slug or token as fare

verb the act of hitting someone or something with a heavy blow

• The baseball player's slugging percentage is among the highest in the league.
• He's been slugging away at work all day trying to meet the deadline.
• I saw them slugging it out in the parking lot after the game.
• The company has been slugging through tough economic times but is finally seeing some growth.

noun a period of ten years from 2010 to 2019

• The economic recession of twenty ten had a significant impact on global markets.
• I remember that awesome concert in twenty ten, it was so much fun!
• Twenty ten was lit, bro!
• In the game of life, twenty ten was just the beginning of my journey.

noun the quality of being advantageous; benefit or gain

• The advantageousness of investing in real estate is well-documented.
• Having a car in the city can be really advantageous.
• Getting free tickets to the concert was so advantageous!
• The advantageousness of having a positive attitude cannot be overstated.