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Changes in the team B1

Someone's leaving, someone new's coming in, and you're sorting out who picks up what.

hand over — give control or possessionA: Can you hand over the remote?
B: Sure, here you go.

fill in B2 — substitute for someoneA: Who's teaching our class this week?
B: Mr. Lee is filling in for Ms. Carter while she's away.

take on B2 — hire someoneA: Is your café busy enough to take on more staff?
B: Yes, we’re looking for someone to help at weekends.

Passing it on

Kate: So once Dave's gone, who's going to take over the accounts?

Phil: I think Sara's going to take on the lot. He'll hand over everything next week.

Kate: Big ask. Can someone stand by to help her settle in?

Phil: I'll fill in wherever she needs a hand.

Moving on

Ravi: Did you hear the manager's going to step down at the end of the month?

Emma: No! Are they bringing in someone from outside to replace her?

Ravi: Sounds like it. They want someone to really take over and shake things up.

Emma: Big shoes to fill. Everyone really rated her.

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