Tag: downtime
Well-oiled
Word of the Day: Well-oiled The term well-oiled has its roots in the practice of regularly lubricating machines with oil to keep them running smoothly. This term, often associated with heavy industrial machinery, has now become frequently used in daily life to describe anything that operates effectively and efficiently. Whether it’s a well-oiled machine, a…
Downtime
Word of the Day: Downtime It’s the Labour Day holiday weekend in North America. What better time to discuss the benefits of downtime than on what is traditionally the last long weekend of the summer? Downtime is an opportunity to stop working, relax, and not do much. Sometimes, downtime is our choice, and sometimes, it…
On the horizon
Phrase: On the horizon Here we are in the dog days of summer at the beginning of August. It’s a time for taking it easy, not necessarily thinking about what’s on the horizon. Nevertheless, that’s what I’m going to do. If something is on the horizon, we just notice it. It’s a good idea to keep a lookout…
