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Rat race
Meaning: A way of life in which people compete with each other for success in work
Example: Jess thinks health is more important and therefore has decided to get out of the rat race.

Red carpet
Meaning: A red-carpet treatment means a special welcome to someone you think important
Example: Raymond gave a red-carpet treatment to his client who has signed a HK$10 million advertising contract with the company.

Rock the boat
Meaning: Upset a calm situation by causing trouble
Example: Joseph proposed to re-structure the design team but was told not to rock the boat.

Rough diamond
Meaning: Someone who does not seem very polite but is good in character
Example: Winnie is a rough diamond, but she is loyal to her manager.

Run a mile
Meaning: Be frightened and unwilling to deal with a situation
Example: Pauline would run a mile if we asked her to work with stubborn Octavia on this difficult project.