beg to differ »
To differ strongly in opinion or interpretation.
|
bright-line rule »
A clearly defined rule or standard, comprised of objective factors, which leaves little or no room for varying interpretation.
|
drive-by media »
Media professionals who "spray" a bunch of repetitive misstatements, mistaken and misinterpreted news reports to cause excitement and confusion. They then figuratively "drive off" leaving the cleanup of their mess and hysteria to others, to correct and properly explain and interpret.
|
face value »
No more or less than what is stated; a literal or direct meaning or interpretation.
|
gray area »
A part that is not clear or certain; something that is open to interpretation.
|
in other words »
Stated or interpreted another way; introduces an explanation.
|
left-handed compliment »
A complimentary remark which is ambiguous or ineptly worded, so that it may be interpreted as having an unflattering or dismissive sense.
|
take out of context »
To interpret something in a manner in which it was not intended to be understood, often deliberately.
|
there you have it »
Used to introduce a speaker's interpretation of what has just transpired or been described.
|
| New: We also know Zip Codes FYI! |
[