A : Could you come here a sec? B : Speak of the devil. What’s up? A : Your boss is asking for the report. B : One moment. I’ll sneak out of the meeting. A : Look. It’s almost six. Time to call it a day. B : Okay. I’ll wrap things up in five minutes.

A : It’s hard to reach you by phone. B : Sorry. I haven’t had time to return calls. A : Do you remember we’re going for a drink tonight? B : Yes, but can I take a rain check? A : You can’t break our promise this time. B : I’m booked solid today. My head’s gonna explode.

A : I got a flat tire while dropping off my son at school. B : Again. It happened two months ago. A : Yeah, and now my car won’t start. This is ridiculous. B : Maybe you should call your insurance company. A : I’m going to be a little late to work. B : OK. I’ll tell your immediate supervisor.

A : What are you gonna do this weekend? B : I’ll take my kids outside and play in the yard. A : Why don’t we go catch a late-night movie tomorrow? B : Sounds good, but I’m signing up for yoga class. A : Once you make a decision, you stick to it. B : The clock is ticking. It’s now or never.

A : Hey, what’s up with your hair? B : I overslept. My office dinner ended after midnight. A : You are supposed to make a presentation tomorrow. B : Can you help me with my work a little? A : Okay. Let’s go over your assignment first. B : Please book a meeting room in advance.

A : I’m not feeling well today, so I called in sick. B : I think you should take a few days. A : I’d like to, thanks for your concern. B : It’s like you’ve been working 24/7 these days. A : I don’t want to work over time. But it’s the only way. B : I’m telling you, nobody can stop you.