The manager is the one who calls the shots around here. The workers’ opinions don’t count.
Their accountant tried to cook the books but he got caught. He might go to prison.
Our new product did very well in our home market, but it really bombed abroad.
Even during the worst economic crises, some businessmen are able to make a killing.
Joanne is very bullish about the company’s future. She thinks we’ll eventually dominate the market.
David lost the deal because of his poor communication skills. He really blew it.
Rachel runs a tight ship. She has no time for people who try to avoid work.
Dean always drives a hard bargain during negotiations.
have great financial success
confident, optimistic
failed to take advantage of an opportunity by doing or saying something wrong
failed
is in the position of being able to make the decisions that will influence a situation
alter facts or figures dishonestly or illegally
expects a lot in exchange for something
alter facts or figures dishonestly or illegally