leverage
Aussprache: [ˈlɛvərɪdʒ]
Wort
Kontext: „finance“
(noun) leverage refers to the use of borrowed money or resources to help increase potential profits. It’s like using a little bit of your own money, plus money you borrow, to do a bigger project or buy something more expensive.
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The company used leverage to expand its operations and improve profits.
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Using too much leverage can lead to financial problems if the investment doesn’t pay off.
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How does leverage help businesses grow?
Kontext: „influence“
(verb) to leverage something means to use it to its full advantage. This could mean using your contacts or skills to get a better outcome.
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She leveraged her connections to land a great job.
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He didn’t leverage his skills well, which cost him the chance at a promotion.
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How can you leverage your strengths in this situation?
Kontext: „resources“
(verb) to leverage also means to make something more effective by using it strategically. This is when you use what you have to achieve a better result.
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The team leveraged their expertise to solve the complex problem.
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They failed to leverage their resources effectively, leading to wasted time.
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What resources can we leverage for this project?
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