Cover all the bases

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Pro Tip 1/3

Project Planning

Use this phrase when discussing preparations for complex tasks to emphasize thoroughness. Slide

Let's cover all the bases in the team meeting to ensure project success.

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Troubleshooting

When solving problems, the phrase suggests addressing all possible issues. Slide

Our IT team covered all the bases fixing the network outage.

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Responsibility

Conveys the idea of being responsible by considering every aspect of a situation. Slide

As a manager, she covers all the bases in her reports.