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Behavior & Approach - Improvisation & Compromise

Dive into English idioms regarding improvisation and compromise, like "let it roll" and "off the cuff".

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to not worry about something beforehand and deal with it whenever it happens

Ex: We do n't need to decide on our vacation plans now ; letcross that bridge when we get to it.
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to deal with things as they occur instead of planning for them in advance

Ex: Rather than stressing about what might happen , I prefer take this project as it comes and tackle challenges as they arise .
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to allow things to unfold naturally without excessive interference or control, embracing a relaxed and accepting attitude towards the outcome

Ex: Rather than micromanaging the project , the team leader encouraged her colleagues let it roll and foster creativity .
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happy medium
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a condition or method that falls in between two opposing and extreme choices

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a situation where multiple factors, responsibilities, etc. must be handled or managed

Ex: As a student-athlete , she had to perform a balancing act between training , academics , and social life .
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in a way that solely relies on one's intuition or personal judgment rather than the necessary knowledge, tools, etc.

Ex: The team faced unexpected challenges during the competition and had to adapt their by the seat of their pants.
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to follow one's intuition instead of rules or what others say

Ex: In creative endeavors , sometimes it 's best to ignore the rules follow your nose to discover something unique and original .
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something with a mixture of the different qualities of two separate things

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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
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without any preparations or prior plans

Ex: Mr Baker was off the cuff when he made those suggestions .
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from one's memory, without spending time to carefully consider or think

Ex: During the meeting , he provided an off the top of his head for the project 's completion time .
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to quickly say something without thinking about it first, usually as a reply to something

Ex: During the brainstorming session , plucked a brilliant idea out of thin air that impressed everyone in the room .
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to stop being harsh or strict with someone

Ex: Instead of getting a parking ticket , the kind traffic cut Sarah a break and let her off with a warning .
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to not punish or criticize someone for their inappropriate or rude action or behavior

Ex: I know he was late for the meeting , but he had a family emergency , so we give him a pass this time .
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to treat a person in a more gentle and caring way and be less harsh or strict with them

Ex: He 's going through a difficult time , so letgo easy on him and offer our support .
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to not be so harsh, strict, or critical when dealing with someone

Ex: John 's been dealing with a personal crisis lately , so letcut him some slack and not push him too hard about the project deadlines .
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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
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a soft treatment that does not require someone to face the consequences of their actions

Ex: Getting good grades in school requires studying ; there 's free ride to success .
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to think and react quickly to something without prior thought

Ex: As a teacher , being able think on your feet is essential when dealing with unexpected questions or classroom disruptions .
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to make decisions or take actions without prior planning or preparation, based on how the situation develops

Ex: In situations like these , it 's often better play things by ear and adapt to the needs of the moment .
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to continuously change one's attitudes or opinions in order to please people

Ex: The marketing team attempted to create a product was all things to all people, but it ended up lacking a clear target audience .
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