Tag: godsend
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Typecast
Word of the Day: Typecast For some actors, being typecast is a guarantee of work for their entire career. For others, it is the death knell for their future acting prospects. Typecasting an actor means always giving them the same type of role to play because they do it so well or are physically suited…
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On the hook
Idiom: On the hook (for something) I recently created a new discussion topic about the Subscription Economy, which has left many people finding themselves on the hook for monthly or yearly payments long after they have forgotten about them. When you are on the hook for something, you either owe money or are responsible for…
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Dongle
Word of the Day: Dongle A Dongle is a computer attachment which enables a computer to connect to the internet or run some special software. They are usually shaped like thumb drives or memory sticks. Sometimes hotels or other places do not offer Internet access, or they charge for inferior Wi-Fi service. These are the times when…
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Godsend
Word of the Day: Godsend A godsend is anything that is needed very much and happens unexpectedly. Most office workers in Japan have experienced working overtime and having a late supper. The problem is that when you are working at 8:00 pm, you lose your energy because you are hungry. If your coworker suddenly shows…
