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Ways to Say "they have given" in English

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Emma. Yeah, they've given her a deadline to fix

It means there is a time limit to solve serious problems at work.

From The Inheritance Game, Episode 29

When do people say this?

Scene Context

Someone is describing a company deadline for fixing major problems.

Usage Scenario

Use this when talking about pressure or a fixed business deadline. It is more explanatory than naturally conversational.

Better ways to say it

1
They gave her a deadline.
2
She has to fix the problems by a deadline.
3
There's a deadline to solve everything.

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