lean and mean

/lˈiːn and mˈiːn/

/lˈiːn ænd mˈiːn/

[фраза]

lean and mean

[ФРАЗА]

эффективный и успешный

used to describe someone who is ready and willing to try their best in order to get something done

What is the origin of the idiom "lean and mean" and when to use it?

The origin of the phrase "lean and mean" is not definitively known, but it is believed to have emerged in the late 20th century. The phrase "lean and mean" is used to describe something or someone that is highly efficient, focused, and effective. It can be used in business, sports, or fitness contexts to convey a state of optimal performance and a streamlined approach to achieving desired results.

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1. After 15 years of experience in this industry, our little accounting firm is lean and mean.

2. We've been training every day in the off-season, so our team is looking lean and mean this year.

3. Our ship be lean and mean.

4. If we're able to be lean and mean, - Especially while this thing's going around.

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