English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "things at work haven't been exactly going well" Mean?
Learn what "things at work haven't been exactly going well" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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Explain
Things at work haven't been exactly going well.
It means the speaker is saying their work situation has been difficult or unsuccessful lately.
From Married To A Stranger, Episode 39
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone cautiously says that work has not been going well.
Usage Scenario
Use this to give a vague, polite explanation about work problems. It is useful when you do not want to give too many details.
Better ways to say it
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Things at work haven't been going well.
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Work hasn't been going well.
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Things haven't been going well.
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