scatter diagram; scatterplot; scatter plot; scattergraph; scattergram
invention by an employee; employee invention; service invention
welfare office; social security office
conclusion of a contract; consummation of a contract
shriek of delight; cry of joy
patent application; patent filings
promotion department; development department; enhancement department
approval and authorization; permits and licences
to break by hand (e.g. a flower); to break off (a twig); to pluck (a flower, a bud); to make a young woman one's own thing
scorch; burn; burnt rice; part of ceramic glaze that has become dark or darkish-brown during firing
written notification; notification (written)
changing into cash; encashment; cashing
disturbance of consciousness
the prospects look brighter; there is hope of accomplishing (something)
to split; to be split; to splinter
to use within an inch of its life; to use every little bit of; to get the most out of
putting on the pressure; pushing forward; being pressed; being under pressure
don't be absurd; that's out of the question; nonsense; don't mention it
authentic; credible; creditworthy; dependable; reliable; sound
ballade (narrative poetry, musical composition); ballad (popular song)
to grant permission; to give permission
according to plan; as planned; on target
largest company; industry leader
damage (esp. financial) caused by harmful rumours or misinformation (rumors)