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Today's Expressions

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You do the math

figure out the obvious conclusion · it's self-evident

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Ever find yourself in a situation where the answer is super obvious, but you just need to state it with a bit of a flourish? ✨ That's where 'You do the math' comes in handy! It's like saying, 'I don't need to explain it, you can totally figure it out from the facts I just gave you.' Perfect for those moments when the conclusion is staring everyone in the face! 🧐

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makes sense

I understand · that's logical · I agree

What's the situation?

Ever had someone explain something complex or a tricky situation, and then a lightbulb goes off? 💡 'Makes sense' is your go-to phrase for that 'Aha!' moment! It's super casual and perfect for showing you've grasped what they're saying and that you agree with their logic.

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Does it add up?

Does it make sense? · Is it logical? · Does it seem correct?

What's the situation?

You've just been presented with a new proposal, a budget report, or a complex plan. You've looked through it, and something just doesn't quite sit right. 🤔 This expression is perfect for gently probing whether all the parts logically connect and make sense together. It's like asking, 'Are all the pieces of this puzzle fitting together correctly?'

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to compare apples to oranges

to compare two things that are fundamentally different · to make an invalid comparison

What's the situation?

Imagine you're trying to choose between a gaming PC and a designer handbag. You love both, but they serve completely different purposes and have vastly different price tags! 😂 This expression is perfect for when you're trying to compare two things that simply can't be judged on the same scale.

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Does it hold water?

Is it logical or valid? · Does it make sense?

What's the situation?

Imagine you've just heard a new proposal for a project. Before you commit, you want to make sure it's sound and feasible. 🤔 This expression is perfect for politely asking if an idea, plan, or argument is logical, well-supported, and not full of holes. It’s like saying, "Will this plan float, or will it sink?" 🛳️💧

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you've got a point

That's a valid argument · I agree with what you said

What's the situation?

This expression is perfect for moments when someone says something that makes you pause and think, 'Hmm, I hadn't quite seen it that way, and it actually makes a lot of sense!' It means you acknowledge the validity of their statement or argument, often after an initial moment of disagreement or when you simply hadn't considered their perspective before. 🤔✨