Tag: cog in the machine

  • Cog in the machine

    Cog in the machine

    English Idiom: Cog in the machine A cog in the machine is a small part of a large organization. Despite its small size, it’s necessary for the organization to run smoothly. When people describe themselves as a cog in the machine, they often feel underappreciated, or their superiors do not notice their contribution. Poor Aggretsuko,…

  • Cog

    Cog

    Word of the Day: Cog A cog is part of a gear. Most people know what a gear looks like. You can see it in the picture accompanying this post, or if you have some small change in your pocket, you can look at a five-yen coin. There is a stalk of wheat and water…

  • A man’s home is his castle

    A man’s home is his castle

    Cliché: A man’s home is his castle When a man is not at work, he’s at home, and we all know that a man’s home is his castle. In a company, not everyone can be the boss. When at work, most men have to do things and follow orders because they are just a cog…