Sentence examples for the ropes from inspiring English sources

"the ropes" is a correct and usable phrase in written English.
It is usually used as a metaphor to refer to the underlying knowledge and rules of an activity or profession. For example: "He's new to the job, so he's still learning the ropes."

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the ropes

noun

Thick strings, yarn, monofilaments, metal wires, or strands of other cordage that are twisted together to form a stronger line.

Nylon rope is usually stronger than similar rope made of plant fibers.

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He knew the ropes".

The New York Times

They know the ropes.

The New York Times

Thus she learned the ropes.

The New York Times

We stood below the ropes.

The New Yorker

Zou slipped through the ropes.

The New Yorker

"I learned the ropes.

The New York Times

"He pulls the ropes".

The Guardian

And they had us on the ropes.

The New York Times

Health-care reform is on the ropes.

The New Yorker

New staff are being shown the ropes.

The Economist

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Helpers can teach new members the ropes.

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