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phrasal-verb

iterate through drafts

Meaning
to review and adjust multiple versions in sequence
Example
We iterate through drafts until the collaboration guide reads clearly.
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lay out trade policies

Meaning
to explain or present trade strategies clearly
Example
The finance minister will lay out trade policies for the upcoming fiscal year.
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No doubt about it

Meaning
Used to express complete agreement
Example
No doubt about it, she deserves the award.
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well-oiled machine

Meaning
something that operates smoothly and efficiently
Example
Our engineering team runs like a well-oiled machine.
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go ahead

Meaning
to start or continue doing something
Example
If you’re ready, you can go ahead with your presentation.
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keep on keeping on

Meaning
to continue doing something despite challenges
Example
It’s tough, but you have to keep on keeping on.
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agree to disagree

Meaning
to accept that you have different opinions and stop arguing
Example
We’ll just agree to disagree on this topic.
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wrap your head around something

Meaning
to succeed in understanding something difficult or strange
Example
I'm still trying to wrap my head around this new software.
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cut across

Meaning
to affect multiple areas or groups at once
Example
Climate change cuts across every sector of society.
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take over the government

Meaning
to assume control of the government, often by force
Example
The military attempted to take over the government after months of unrest.
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hold your nerve

Meaning
to remain calm and confident under pressure
Example
She held her nerve and finished the speech perfectly.
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lean forward

Meaning
to show interest and emotional engagement in a conversation
Example
She leaned forward and listened carefully to her friend’s worries.
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get by with

Meaning
to manage or survive with limited resources or help
Example
We got by with little money when my dad lost his job.
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stand up to

Meaning
to confront someone or something bravely in defense of someone
Example
He stood up to the bully to protect his little brother.
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keep the momentum

Meaning
to continue progressing without slowing down
Example
We need to keep the momentum to reach our target.
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bite the dust

Meaning
to fail or be defeated
Example
Several small startups bit the dust last year.
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back to the drawing board

Meaning
to start over again after a failure
Example
Our proposal was rejected, so it's back to the drawing board.
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burn through

Meaning
to use up energy or resources very quickly
Example
We’ve burned through our energy trying to meet the deadline.
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sweet tooth

Meaning
a love for sweet foods
Example
She has a sweet tooth and can’t resist desserts.
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talk around something

Meaning
to discuss something without addressing it directly
Example
She kept talking around the topic instead of answering the question directly.
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carry on bravely

Meaning
to continue with courage despite emotional hardship
Example
He chose to carry on bravely after losing his loved one.
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fear of the unknown

Meaning
anxiety about things that are unfamiliar or uncertain
Example
Many people avoid change because of their fear of the unknown.
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draw confidence from experience

Meaning
to gain self-assurance by learning from past events
Example
You can draw confidence from experience and handle new challenges better.
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rise above negativity

Meaning
to not let negative emotions or situations affect you
Example
She tried to rise above negativity and stay positive.
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keep fit

Meaning
to stay healthy and physically active
Example
I go jogging every morning to keep fit.
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Culture shock

Meaning
A feeling of confusion when encountering a different culture
Example
Moving to Japan gave her a bit of culture shock at first.
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stand up against

Meaning
to resist or oppose injustice; to defend principles
Example
People stand up against censorship to protect freedom of speech.
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draw out

Meaning
to encourage someone to express themselves
Example
The mentor helped draw out her confidence.
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catch up with

Meaning
to reach the same level or standard as others
Example
Many companies are trying to catch up with global tech giants.
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a roller coaster of emotions

Meaning
experiencing intense and fluctuating emotions
Example
Her life has been a roller coaster of emotions since the accident.
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Word on the street

Meaning
Common rumor or gossip
Example
The word on the street is that the CEO might resign soon.
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hold up under pressure

Meaning
to remain strong and calm when under stress or pressure
Example
She always holds up under pressure and performs her best.
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reflect on feedback

Meaning
to think carefully about comments or evaluations to improve
Example
Good learners always reflect on feedback to do better next time.
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get by

Meaning
to manage to live or survive with what you have
Example
Even with little money, our family managed to get by happily.
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lean into uncertainty

Meaning
to accept and embrace the unknown aspects of change
Example
Successful leaders lean into uncertainty rather than fear it.
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on the gravy train

Meaning
to be in a situation where one makes a lot of money with little effort
Example
He’s been riding on the gravy train since he took over the family business.
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kill someone with kindness

Meaning
to be extra kind to someone unpleasant to neutralize their negativity
Example
The best way to deal with her is to kill her with kindness.
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die out

Meaning
to become extinct or disappear completely
Example
Many ancient traditions have died out over the centuries.
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power up

Meaning
to turn on or start an electronic device
Example
You should power up the computer before connecting peripherals.
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get to the bottom of

Meaning
to find the real cause of a problem
Example
The manager promised to get to the bottom of the issue.
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follow up with clients

Meaning
to contact someone again after an initial meeting or communication
Example
Don’t forget to follow up with clients after sending the proposal.
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stay on task

Meaning
to continue focusing on what needs to be done
Example
Try to stay on task even when things get difficult.
idiom

check in on

Meaning
to monitor or see how someone or something is doing
Example
Could you check in on the kids while I'm out?
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Put your heart into it

Meaning
To do something with full effort and enthusiasm.
Example
If you put your heart into it, you’ll achieve great results.
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keep up with changes

Meaning
to stay informed or updated about new developments
Example
Employees must keep up with changes in company policies.
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work through

Meaning
to deal with and resolve difficult emotions or experiences
Example
He’s trying to work through his grief after the loss.
idiom

a man of faith

Meaning
a person who strongly believes in a particular religion or principle
Example
He is known as a man of faith in his community.
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cast the first stone

Meaning
to be the first to criticize or condemn someone
Example
Before you cast the first stone, remember that nobody is perfect.
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bring in tariffs

Meaning
to introduce taxes on imported goods
Example
The government plans to bring in tariffs to protect domestic manufacturers.
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draw together

Meaning
to unite people for a common purpose
Example
The leader’s vision helped draw together the entire organization.
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clear things up with

Meaning
to resolve confusion or disagreement with someone
Example
I need to clear things up with my manager about the schedule.
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bring partners on board

Meaning
to involve or include other organizations or stakeholders
Example
The initiative brought partners on board to strengthen cooperation.
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have a change of heart

Meaning
to change your opinion or the way you feel about something
Example
She was going to move abroad, but she had a change of heart.
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log personal bests

Meaning
to record your top achievements
Example
Athletes log personal bests to track how training pays off.
idiom

change the game

Meaning
to introduce something that significantly alters an industry or field
Example
5G technology will change the game for mobile communication.
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make up for

Meaning
to compensate for something
Example
We’ll make up for the delay with extra support.
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reach out for

Meaning
to try to achieve or obtain something with effort
Example
You should always reach out for your dreams with confidence.
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beat a dead horse

Meaning
to waste time on a topic that has already been resolved
Example
Stop beating a dead horse; the decision is final.
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cut down tariffs

Meaning
to reduce import or export taxes
Example
Many countries agreed to cut down tariffs to encourage free trade.
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stay ahead of

Meaning
to be more advanced or prepared than others
Example
Students who review regularly stay ahead of the class.
idiom

spin the truth

Meaning
to present a situation in a way that benefits a particular perspective
Example
The politician tried to spin the truth about the scandal to protect his reputation.
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step beyond

Meaning
to go further than expected or allowed
Example
Her creativity always steps beyond traditional boundaries.
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take someone to task

Meaning
to strongly criticize someone for something they did wrong
Example
The teacher took him to task for cheating on the exam.
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swap in healthier sides

Meaning
to replace part of a meal with a healthier option
Example
We swap in healthier sides like roasted veggies instead of fries.
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cast a vote for

Meaning
to choose a candidate or option in an election
Example
Remember to cast a vote for the issues you believe in.
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lay your cards on the table

Meaning
to be open and honest about your intentions or plans
Example
Let’s lay our cards on the table and discuss this honestly.
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follow through on commitments

Meaning
to complete promises or obligations made to others
Example
The government must follow through on commitments made at the summit.
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drop down

Meaning
to fall or descend to a lower level
Example
The temperature will drop down to five degrees tonight.
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filter in calmness

Meaning
to gradually bring peace or calm into your mind
Example
Meditation helps filter in calmness during stress.
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cheer others on

Meaning
to encourage people to keep going
Example
Managers cheer others on when the team hits tough weather calls.
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speak softly

Meaning
to talk in a gentle and quiet tone
Example
In public places, it’s polite to speak softly.
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lift each other up

Meaning
to encourage or support colleagues emotionally or professionally
Example
A positive workplace culture helps employees lift each other up.
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whip up

Meaning
to quickly prepare a meal
Example
She can whip up a healthy salad in minutes.
idiom

machine mind

Meaning
a way of thinking that relies heavily on logic and computation
Example
You need a machine mind to understand how neural networks operate.
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hold steady

Meaning
to remain stable; to avoid fluctuation
Example
The national currency managed to hold steady despite market pressure.
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lock out

Meaning
to be unable to access a system due to password or error
Example
I got locked out of my account after entering the wrong password.
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wear the pants

Meaning
to be the person who controls or makes decisions in a family
Example
Everyone knows she wears the pants in the house.
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lay up

Meaning
to keep something in reserve for later use
Example
We should lay up extra supplies before winter.
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in over one’s head

Meaning
to be involved in something too difficult to handle
Example
He’s in over his head with this complex project.
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Give it your best shot

Meaning
Try as hard as you can.
Example
Even if you fail, give it your best shot.
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phase over to

Meaning
to switch operations gradually to another system
Example
They plan to phase over to a paperless office within six months.
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bring down costs

Meaning
to reduce the expenses involved in trading or production
Example
New technologies help companies bring down costs of international logistics.
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the driving force

Meaning
the person or thing that motivates or leads progress
Example
She was the driving force behind the project.
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On the clock

Meaning
Working, often with a strict time limit or deadline.
Example
I’m on the clock today, so I can’t waste any time.
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Don’t bite off more than you can chew

Meaning
Don’t take on more responsibility than you can handle.
Example
Don’t bite off more than you can chew, start small.
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a silver lining

Meaning
a positive aspect in a difficult situation
Example
Losing my job was tough, but the silver lining was that I found a better one.
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pull into

Meaning
to drive into a place, such as a parking lot or station
Example
The bus pulled into the terminal right on time.
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drift into relaxation

Meaning
to gradually enter a calm and relaxed state
Example
As I listened to soft music, I slowly drifted into relaxation.
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grow emotionally

Meaning
to become more mature in handling emotions and relationships
Example
You can grow emotionally by being honest about your feelings.
idiom

cliffhanger

Meaning
an ending that leaves the audience in suspense
Example
The episode ended on a cliffhanger, so we can’t wait for the next one.
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shoot for the moon

Meaning
to aim for something very high or ambitious
Example
He decided to shoot for the moon and apply to Harvard.
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play up

Meaning
to exaggerate or emphasize something
Example
Some news outlets played up the drama to attract viewers.
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a brainwave

Meaning
a sudden clever idea or solution
Example
I had a brainwave and realized how to fix the issue.
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cry a river

Meaning
to cry a lot or show extreme sadness
Example
He cried a river after hearing the news.
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stack small wins

Meaning
to build momentum by completing quick successes
Example
We stack small wins early in the day to feel accomplished.
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make peace with

Meaning
to end conflict and become friendly again
Example
She finally made peace with her sister after years of misunderstanding.
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encrypted

Meaning
data that is converted into a secure format to prevent unauthorized access
Example
All sensitive communications are encrypted to ensure privacy.
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pat yourself on the back

Meaning
to praise yourself for doing something well
Example
You should pat yourself on the back for finishing that project.
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turn ideas into reality

Meaning
to make your plans or dreams come true
Example
Great leaders know how to turn ideas into reality.
idiom

couch potato

Meaning
a person who spends a lot of time sitting and watching TV
Example
He’s such a couch potato, he never goes out or exercises.
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overnight success

Meaning
a person or thing that becomes successful very quickly
Example
Her first song made her an overnight success.
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It’s not over till it’s over

Meaning
Don’t lose hope until the end.
Example
It’s not over till it’s over, we can still win this game.
idiom

grow by leaps and bounds

Meaning
to grow or improve very quickly
Example
The company has grown by leaps and bounds in the last year.
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layer on

Meaning
to add layers or levels to a piece of art or design
Example
He layered on different textures to make the painting richer.
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clean up your act

Meaning
to start behaving more responsibly.
Example
You need to clean up your act if you want that promotion.
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shut out

Meaning
to prevent someone from being included in a conversation or activity
Example
She felt shut out of the team discussions.
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reach across barriers

Meaning
to make an effort to connect despite differences
Example
Artists often reach across barriers through their creative work.
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toy with

Meaning
to consider an idea casually without serious intention
Example
He’s been toying with the idea of developing a creative AI tool.
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empty promise

Meaning
a promise made without the intention to keep it
Example
Politicians often make empty promises during elections.
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pick over

Meaning
to examine things carefully to choose the best
Example
She picked over the apples to find the freshest ones.
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circle back after

Meaning
to return to a topic once something else has finished
Example
We'll circle back after lunch to finalize the slides.
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all in the same boat

Meaning
in the same situation or facing the same challenges
Example
We're all in the same boat, so let's work together to solve this problem.
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cut in line

Meaning
to move ahead of others waiting in a queue
Example
It’s considered rude to cut in line at the counter.
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come to terms

Meaning
to reach an agreement after discussion or conflict
Example
After weeks of negotiation, both sides finally came to terms.
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channel emotions

Meaning
to direct emotions into positive actions
Example
She learned to channel her emotions into creative work.
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lay things out for

Meaning
to explain or arrange information clearly for a purpose
Example
She laid things out for the team so everyone knew their tasks.
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jump on the bandwagon

Meaning
to join something that is already popular or successful
Example
Many people jumped on the bandwagon of budget travel.
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pitch innovations to

Meaning
to present new ideas to a specific audience
Example
Startups pitch innovations to potential partners during expos.
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stand up for values

Meaning
to defend important beliefs or principles even when it's hard
Example
A respected leader always stands up for values under pressure.
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look over

Meaning
to examine or review something quickly
Example
Can you look over this proposal before submitting it?
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out of one’s comfort zone

Meaning
doing something unfamiliar or challenging
Example
She stepped out of her comfort zone to take a new job.