An expression for when there aren't many people working.

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Here's a light-hearted expression about not telling the truth. (Image: Getty) TRANSCRIPT
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Telling porkies

We have an phrase which means to know about something or to be involved in it.

In on it

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Walk someone through

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Brick by brick

Here’s a phrase that means to work out how people feel. Learn how to use it!

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