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Tag: get a foothold

  • In a pickle

    In a pickle

    Idiom: In a pickle From the end of the Japanese bubble economy (1992) until the early aughts, many young Japanese found themselves in a pickle. It became challenging to find a good job in a large company. It was such a challenge that many youths became what was known as NEET (Not in Education, Employment…

  • Get a foothold

    Get a foothold

    Idiom: Get a foothold Most recently graduated or soon-to-graduate university students are struggling to get a foothold in a company. If you get a foothold, then you have attained and secured a position in a business, industry or field of employment. Most graduates would love to secure a good position in a company, but it…