Workplace Lingo
Pause a discussion and return to it later.
What is "Put a pin in it"?
This spring vegetable, known for its bright green color, is often eaten as a salad green or steamed.
What is asparagus?
In the 1920s, if something was “the cat’s pajamas,” it was this.
What is really cool or excellent?
This woman was the first female aviator to fly solo nonstop across the Atlantic.
Who is Amelia Earhart?
“I feel the need—the need for speed.”
What is Top Gun?
Easy tasks or opportunities that can be accomplished quickly.
What is "Low-hanging fruit"?
This tree blooms with pink or white flowers in early spring and is often a symbol of renewal.
What is a cherry blossom?
In the 1800s, if you were "all hat and no cattle," you were someone who did this.
What is pretend to be important, but lacked substance?
This company was the first to manufacture the automobile for mass production, starting in 1908.
What is Ford Motor Company?
“To infinity and beyond!”
What is Toy Story?
Discuss it later, outside the current meeting.
What is "Let’s take this offline"?
This springtime flower is known for its colorful petals and often symbolizes renewal.
What is a tulip?
In Victorian England, if someone called you a "gigglemug," it meant you were always doing this.
What is smiling or grinning?
This city was the first to host the modern Olympic Games in 1896.
What is Athens?
“You can’t handle the truth!”
What is A Few Good Men?
Make a significant impact or progress.
What is "Move the needle"?
This bird is famous for returning in spring, signaling the change of seasons.
What is a robin?
During the Prohibition era, a "gin mill" was this.
What is an illegal bar or speakeasy?
This person was the first to fly solo nonstop from New York to Paris in 1927.
Who is Charles Lindbergh?
“Nobody puts Baby in a corner.”
What is Dirty Dancing?
A major innovation or shift.
What is "Game Changer"?
This popular spring fruit is known for its tartness and is often used to make pies.
What is rhubarb?
In the 1960s, if someone was "getting their ducks in a row," they were doing this.
What is getting organized or preparing?
This country was the first to grant women the right to vote.
What is New Zealand?
"I'm the king of the world!"
What is Titanic?