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Brinkmanship
WotD: Brinkmanship One of the most notable examples of brinkmanship in recent times is the trade war initiated by the United States, which raised tariffs against several countries. Some may say this trade war can be seen as a form of brinkmanship because it involves imposing tariffs and taking aggressive actions to pressure other nations.…
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Constructive criticism
WotD: Constructive criticism Constructive criticism refers to helpful, specific feedback aimed at fostering improvement rather than causing harm. It is a valuable tool that helps individuals improve their skills and work. When appropriately given, constructive criticism encourages growth and positive change. In our everyday lives, we encounter opportunities for constructive criticism, whether at work, in…
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Brain rot
Word of the Day: Brain rot Our technology addiction is causing many of us to feel overwhelmed by information, leading to what has recently come to be termed brain rot. Quite simply, brain rot refers to a mental state where someone feels tired, confused, or unable to think clearly. It often happens when we consume…
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Trade war
Word of the Day: Trade war A trade war is a situation where countries impose tariffs or other trade barriers on each other to protect their industries or to respond to trade practices they see as unfair. Recently, the United States entered into a trade war, starting when former President Donald Trump increased tariffs on…
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Price-gouging
WotD: Price-gouging Price-gouging means raising prices on goods or services to an unreasonable level, often during times of crisis. This can happen when a sudden demand for certain products, such as food, water, or medical supplies, occurs due to natural disasters or public health emergencies such as the recent COVID-19 pandemic. Price-gouging is considered unethical…
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Gilded Age
WotD: Gilded Age The Gilded Age was a period in American history, roughly from the 1870s to the 1900s, marked by rapid economic growth, industrialization, and a surge in wealth. Despite the shiny exterior of prosperity and progress, the Gilded Age also witnessed vast social problems, including poverty, corruption, and inequality. The contrast between wealth…
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Take your breath away
Phrase: Take your breath away When something is so beautiful, surprising, or shocking that it leaves you momentarily speechless, it takes your breath away. Imagine the first time you saw your wife. Now, you know what I mean. It’s a wonderful expression that adds emotion to our language. When something takes your breath away, you…
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Push around
WotD: Push around Canada is being pushed around at the moment. To be fair, the Americans are trying to push Canada around, but we have our elbows up, and they are finding out Canada is no pushover. Canada is not going to be dominated by the American psychodrama. When someone says they feel like another…
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Stand up to
WotD: Stand up to This post will help you understand the value of prepositions. On Monday, I covered stand up for; now, in this post today, I will cover stand up to. As the preposition changes, so does the meaning. Stand up to means to confront or challenge someone or something powerful or intimidating. When…
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Stand up for
WotD: Stand up for We wake up today in a world where we have to stand up to our enemies and those we once considered very close friends or family. Why? Quite simply, if we do not stand up for our beliefs and way of life, no one else will do it for us. To…
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