B1 — Intermediate💼 Work & Money
Andare in bianco
To draw a blank / to come away with nothing
Literal Translation
"To go in white"
What it means
To fail to close a sale or deal despite the effort
Example in context
"La visita al potenziale cliente è andata in bianco — nessun contratto."
"The visit to the potential client drew a blank — no contract."
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