What is the most annoying phrase/sentence people often say at work?

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"This is a great opportunity for you"

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This is a great learning opportunity

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"I just want to touch base"

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From a ____________ perspective,

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We have a tight budget...

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"Exposure"

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"Looks like that's in scope"

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Reach out to so and so

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I hate "level set."

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"don't overthink it"

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The buzzwords - "leakage" or "noise"

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"Don't ask questions" when on new project

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"This will be a great learning opportunity for you"

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"Special project " which at EY becomes a months long mind numbing AML engagment

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"Deeper dive" and "the view from 30,000 feet." Just back that shyt up, please.

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This will be a great learning experience for you 😂😂😂😂

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"Just do this or that" fucking son of a bitch if it's "just" that simple you do it.

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"Bifurcate this into (any # other than 2) groups..." #tryingtosoundsmartisonlymakingyoulookstupid

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^trifurcate, pentafurcate, hexa.... LOL think tri is good tho

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Throw the baby out with the bath water

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Hey, call me

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Using the word agnostic, incorrectly, for every situation

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