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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