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    word of mouth

    The process of telling people you know about a particular product or service, usually because you think it is good and want to encourage them to try it.
    We get most of our clients by word of mouth.

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      the only free cheese is in the mousetrap

      Nothing is truly free.

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        A stingy person always pays twice

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          give me a hand

          This phrase is often used to request or help in a friendly or supportive manner.

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            the fruits of (one's) labor

            The outcome or rewards of one's work or efforts.

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              It's not a walk in the park

              What you are trying to do or achieve is not easy, it is hard but do-able with effort.

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                get in touch with someone

                Make contact with somebody/something (by phone, letter, visit, etc.).

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                  step into the shoes

                  To take on a particular role or task that someone else has been doing.

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                    something doesn't ring bells

                    Indicate that something does not sound familiar.

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                      to be in the weeds

                      When faced with a challenging task or situation, it’s common to feel overwhelmed and lost in the details.

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                        shooting yourself in the foot

                        To do or say something that causes problems for you, to make a stupid mistake that harms you somehow.

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                          on a silver platter

                          If you are given something on a silver platter or on a platter, you are given it without having to work or make an effort to get it.

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                            hats off to

                            Used to give praise or credit to someone.
                            Hats off to my coworker for doing such a great job.

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                              to feel charged

                              To be filled with emotion or strong feelings.

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