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Today's Expressions

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to put something on the back burner

to delay or postpone dealing with something · to defer consideration

What's the situation?

You've spotted an item you *really* like, but your wallet's feeling a bit light, or you're not 100% convinced it's a necessity right now. Don't worry! This expression is your secret weapon for gracefully delaying a purchase without saying a definitive "no." It's perfect for those "maybe later" moments! 🤩

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put something on ice

to postpone or suspend a project or plan indefinitely · to temporarily halt progress on something

What's the situation?

This expression is perfect for when a project or idea needs to be paused, perhaps due to budget constraints, changing priorities, or a lack of resources, but it's not completely canceled. It's like saying, "Let's save it for later, but we're not throwing it out!" 🥶🧊 It's very common in project management and strategic planning.

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to put a pin in it

to temporarily pause a discussion or decision · to postpone an item for later consideration

What's the situation?

Ever found something you *really* like while shopping, but you're not quite ready to commit? Maybe you want to check other stores, or you're thinking about your budget. This expression is your go-to when you need to pause a decision and come back to it later! It's like saying, 'Let's hold that thought for a moment.' 📌

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to take a rain check

to decline an invitation and suggest doing it another time · to postpone

What's the situation?

You know those times when a friend asks you to go shopping, but your calendar is a mess? 🗓️ Or maybe you're just not feeling up to it right now. This is the perfect polite way to say 'not today, but definitely soon!' 🤝 It's like putting a pin in it for later!