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Businesswoman using a fire extinguisher with the phrase “Put Out Fires” – a business English idiom meaning to deal with urgent problems at work. Dialogue example: “How’s your day going?” “Busy. Just putting out fires all morning.

Businesswoman using a fire extinguisher with the phrase “Put Out Fires” – a business English idiom meaning to deal with urgent problems at work. Dialogue example: “How’s your day going?” “Busy. Just putting out fires all morning.

Put Out Fires: Meaning and Examples in Business English

This week’s phrase is perfect for busy days when you’re constantly dealing with problems.

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