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On the back burner
WotD: On the back burner Putting something on the back burner means delaying or postponing something, often because it is not a priority at the moment. When we put things on the back burner, we set them aside to deal with later. While this can sometimes be necessary, we should be cautious about leaving important…
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Change of heart
Phrase: Change of heart We encounter change of heart in conversation, literature, and movies. As Donald Trump spirals down to a deeper, darker, crazier place, we hope to hear it much more. When someone has a change of heart, there is a significant shift in their feelings, beliefs, or attitudes. It signifies a profound transformation…
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Sap
Word of the Day: Sap Summer in the Northern Hemisphere is finally over! I know because I heard a collective sigh of relief echo worldwide last week. Feeling drained and low on energy, especially during hot and humid weather, is a common experience for most people. The word sap is often used to describe this…
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Out of character
Phrase: Out of character Have you ever found yourself doing something completely out of character? Something that you wouldn’t normally do, something that surprises even yourself? When we say something is out of character, we mean it is not typical of a person’s personality or behaviour. It’s like stepping outside your comfort zone, outside the…
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At heart
Word of the Day: At heart At heart refers to the fundamental nature or true character of a person or thing. It conveys the intrinsic or underlying quality that defines someone or something at their core. This useful phrase is often used to express a person’s genuine motivations, beliefs, or inclinations or the essential nature…
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Micromanager
WotD: Micromanager Micromanagement is a leadership style characterized by excessive control, scrutiny of details, and a lack of trust in employees’ abilities to work independently. While some micromanagers may have good intentions, this management style often leads to negative consequences in the workplace. For this reason, micromanagers need to find a balance between control and…
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Shoot first and ask questions later
Idiom: Shoot first and ask questions later Shoot first and ask questions later is a phrase employed in contexts ranging from action movies to real-life situations. In the US, you can take the phrase literally. In most of the world, it is used metaphorically to mean taking immediate action without considering the consequences or gathering…
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Dearth
Word of the Day: Dearth The word dearth refers to a scarcity or lack of something. It often describes a shortage or inadequacy of a particular resource or quality, such as leadership or common sense. In a nutshell, dearth means an insufficient supply or a meagre quantity of something. Despite the abundance of resources in…
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Stroke of luck
Phrase: Stroke of luck Have you ever experienced a stroke of luck? A stroke of luck can be best described as an unexpected event that brings good fortune. It’s that moment when everything seems to fall into place effortlessly, and you find yourself in the right spot at the right time. Whether finding money on…
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A run for your money
Phrase: A run for your money Some people run for the glory of their country and to win medals. Others run for prize money. But what does it mean when someone gives you a run for your money? Well, when someone gives you a run for your money, it means that they are providing intense…
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