Idioms Glossary
Browse 5 idioms terms defined in plain English, from the cultural dictionary of computing.
5 Idioms Terms
- Can of Worms
- An idiom for a topic or change likely to uncover many new complications once opened. In engineering culture it often describes legacy systems, migrations, or...
- Chip on Shoulder
- An idiom describing someone who seems defensive, resentful, or eager to prove themselves because of a perceived slight or insecurity. In workplace culture it...
- Food for Thought
- An idiom used to offer an idea meant to provoke reflection rather than demand immediate agreement. In workplace culture it often softens disagreement or...
- Full Circle
- An idiom used when a situation returns in some meaningful way to its starting point or original theme. In career and tech culture it often marks reflection on...
- Ghost in the Machine
- Originally a philosophical phrase, now often used to describe behavior in a machine or system that feels strangely human, mysterious, or hard to explain. In...
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