TOEIC Cheat Sheet 2026

The 30 highest-yield TOEIC facts, distilled from real exam questions. Print it, save it as a PDF, or study it here — free, no sign-up.

1. _______ the flight was significantly delayed, the keynote speaker still managed to arrive in time for his presentation. → Although
2. The annual budget review has been ______ until further notice by the finance department. → postponed
3. The factory will remain closed _______ the safety inspection has been completed. → until
4. In a TOEIC context, what does the word 'agenda' most commonly refer to? → A list of items to be discussed at a meeting
5. When two parties 'negotiate' in a business deal, what are they doing? → Discussing terms to reach a mutually acceptable agreement
6. Staff members must notify their supervisors at ______ one week in advance if they wish to take extended leave. → least
7. What is a company's 'fiscal year'? → A 12-month period used for financial accounting and tax purposes
8. The committee has reviewed all proposals and will ______ announce its decision by the end of the month. → formally
9. Where can I find some _____ on military spending in various countries. → information
10. The company's _______ commitment to sustainability has earned it several industry awards. → unwavering
11. What is a 'capital expenditure' (CapEx) in a company's financial planning? → Funds spent by a company on acquiring or maintaining long-term assets
12. ___________ all those applying, Mr. Alic was the most experienced applicant. → Of
13. Ms. Albright has not yet decided _______ she will accept the promotion and transfer to the overseas branch. → whether
14. A photograph shows a man standing at a whiteboard, pointing to a chart while several people sit facing him. Which description is most accurate? → A man is delivering a presentation to an audience.
15. Would you prefer to meet this morning or after lunch? → This afternoon would be better for me.
16. You hear: 'Have you had a chance to review the new supplier contract?' Which response fits best? → Not yet — I'm planning to look at it this afternoon.
17. You hear: 'When will the financial report be ready?' Which response is most appropriate? → It should be completed by Thursday.
18. When Sara arrived______ work, everyone suddenly stopped talking. → at
19. You hear: 'Which department handles customer complaints?' Which response is best? → Customer service takes care of all complaints.
20. The new software is designed to _______ the process of data entry, making it faster and more accurate. → streamline
21. If you can't _______________ with your old computers in today's fast-track technology, you should upgrade to a faster one. → get by
22. The client requested a detailed _______ of all services rendered during the billing period. → breakdown
23. A photograph shows a group of people gathered around a round conference table with papers and laptops in front of them. Which description fits best? → A group of people are having a meeting in a conference room.
24. Select the underlined section that contains an error:\t → deals on
25. If a business partner sends a 'proposal,' what have they sent? → A plan or suggestion outlining a potential project or deal
26. What sort of occasion is being planned? → barn dance
27. Find the error: "The CEO, (A) along with the board members, (B) were present (C) at the annual (D) shareholder meeting." → (B) were present
28. If a company reports results 'quarterly,' how often does it report? → Every three months
29. Identify the error: 'Of the two candidates, the hiring committee found (A) the second applicant (B) to be (C) the most qualified (D) for the position.' → (C) the most qualified
30. What are the two gifts that guests can get at the dance? → drink and a prize