Tag: on the other hand
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Presenteeism
WotD: Presenteeism Presenteeism is a phenomenon that is increasingly discussed in the modern workplace. It refers to employees being required or expected to come to work despite being ill, injured, or mentally unwell. Instead of taking the necessary time off to recover, employees are physically present but not fully functional. While presenteeism may seem like…
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Scrooge/Grinch
WotD: Scrooge/Grinch As the holiday season approaches, we often hear the terms “Scrooge” and “Grinch.” These terms describe someone not in the holiday spirit of giving and unwilling to participate in the festivities. But what does being a Scrooge or a Grinch at Christmas mean? A Scrooge is a term used to describe someone who…
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Stick out like a sore thumb
Phrase: Stick out like a sore thumb Sticking out like a sore thumb is a phrase used to describe a situation or an individual that stands out from the rest. In some ways, they may be original or unique. When something sticks out like a sore thumb, it is immediately noticeable and often draws unwanted…
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Calculated risk
WotD: Calculated risk Risk-takers are considered to be foolhardy and sometimes immature or reckless. However, those who take calculated risks are some of the most level-headed people in business and politics you could ever hope to meet. A calculated risk is a decision made after carefully considering the potential disadvantages and benefits. A calculated risk is…
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Tie you down
Phrase: Tie you down The phrase tie you down is often used to describe a situation where someone or something is holding you back from achieving your goals or living the life you desire. It can refer to various circumstances, such as a job that requires long hours and limits your free time, a suffocating…
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On the other hand
Phrase: On the other hand Today, we’re going to get into the nitty-gritty of English phrases by looking at the phrase, on the other hand. On the other hand, is a little phrase used to introduce a contrasting idea or point of view. It is one of the ways of presenting two different perspectives or…
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Get ahead
WotD: Get ahead Hey, what’s up? How goes the battle? Are you winning or losing? Where I come from, when people meet, they often ask each other many questions in quick succession. So quick you never get a chance to answer most of them. I covered the question of how goes the battle back in…
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Dip a toe
Phrase: Dip a toe You may be the type of person who is always up for something new and wants to try it all. On the other hand, maybe you’re a little bit more cautious and want to see if you will succeed before committing. Regardless of your personality, it’s essential to dip a toe…
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Slum tourism
WotD: Slum tourism Slum tourism, poverty tourism, or ghetto tourism is a type of city tourism that involves visiting impoverished areas. Initially focused on the slums and ghettos of London and Manhattan in the 19th century, slum tourism is now prominent in South Africa, India, Brazil, Kenya, the Philippines, Russia and even the United States.…
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Lifehack
Word of the Day: Lifehack Some students asked about the meaning of lifehack after it came up in one of the articles for the Adaptability Quotient lesson. Lifehacks are quite popular now because of the busy, time-constrained lifestyles everyone seems to live. Any little trick, tool, or strategy you can adopt to better manage your time…
