English idioms related to Behavior & Approach

English idioms related to Behavior & Approach - Improvisation & Compromise

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to cross that bridge when sb come / get to it
phrase
to not worry about something beforehand and deal with it whenever it happens
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to take sth as it comes
phrase
to deal with things as they occur instead of planning for them in advance
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to let it roll
phrase
to allow things to unfold naturally without excessive interference or control, embracing a relaxed and accepting attitude towards the outcome
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happy medium
phrase
a condition or method that falls in between two opposing and extreme choices
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balancing act
noun
a situation where multiple factors, responsibilities, etc. must be handled or managed
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by the seat of one's pants
phrase
in a way that solely relies on one's intuition or personal judgment rather than the necessary knowledge, tools, etc.
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to follow one's nose
phrase
to follow one's intuition instead of rules or what others say
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halfway house
noun
something with a mixture of the different qualities of two separate things
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to meet sb halfway
phrase
to come to an agreement with someone by granting some of their requests while they grant some of one's requests
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off the cuff
phrase
without any preparations or prior plans
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off the top of one's head
phrase
from one's memory, without spending time to carefully consider or think
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to pluck sth out of / from the / thin air
phrase
to quickly say something without thinking about it first, usually as a reply to something
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to cut sb a break
phrase
to be less harsh on someone and make things a little easier for them
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give sb a break
sentence
to stop being harsh or strict with someone
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to give sb a (free) pass
phrase
to not punish or criticize someone for their inappropriate or rude action or behavior
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to go easy on sb
phrase
to treat a person in a more gentle and caring way and be less harsh or strict with them
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to cut / give sb some slack
phrase
to not be so harsh, strict, or critical when dealing with someone
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to take the easy way out
phrase
to deal with a situation or problem in a way that is the easiest instead of proper or honorable
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free ride
noun
a soft treatment that does not require someone to face the consequences of their actions
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to think on one's feet
phrase
to think and react quickly to something without prior thought
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to play sth by ear
phrase
to make decisions or take actions without prior planning or preparation, based on how the situation develops
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to be all things to all people / men
phrase
to continuously change one's attitudes or opinions in order to please people
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