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rat race
CEFR B1the exhausting, competitive struggle to keep up at work and get ahead
Informal
behind the scenes
CEFR B2happening privately or secretly, not in public view
Neutral
walk of life
CEFR B2a person's occupation, social position, or general way of living
Neutral
above one's station
CEFR C1behaving as if you belong to a higher social class or rank than you do
Formal
grass roots movement
CEFR C1a movement started and driven by ordinary people rather than leaders or organizations
Neutral
joe public
CEFR C1the ordinary, average member of the public
Informal
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