What does it mean to have so many problems that it is no longer possible to exist or function?
To fall apart.
What does it mean to accept a difficult or unpleasant situation without complaining?
To take something on the chin.
What is an annual review at work?
A yearly evaluation of employee performance.
What are the hairs of the back of the neck of an animal that rise when it is afraid or angry?
Hackles.
What does it mean to make a sound like a long ‘s’?
To hiss.
What does it mean to get defensive?
To react protectively to criticism.
What does it mean to trick or confuse someone?
To fox someone.
What does it mean to pout?
To sulk or show displeasure.
What is a large dark cloud that produces thunder and lightning during a storm?
A thundercloud.
What does it mean to make the sound of knocking?
To rattattating
What does it mean to say something without really intending to?
To slip out
What does it mean to develop a thicker skin?
To become less sensitive to criticism.
What is self-esteem?
Confidence in one’s own worth or abilities.
What does it mean to damage or destroy something or oneself?
To check oneself.
What is the very fine thread made by a spider?
Gossamer
What does it mean to nurture?
To care for and encourage growth.
What is frank feedback?
Honest and direct criticism or advice.
What does it mean to move or make someone or something move very fast in a particular direction?
To rush.
What is an over-inflated sense of entitlement?
Believing one deserves special treatment.
What is the habit of admiring yourself too much, especially your appearance?
Narcissism.
What does it mean to shovel?
To move or remove material with a shovel.
What does it mean to reinforce?
To strengthen or support.
What is waste matter from animals spread over soil to help plants?
Manure.
What is a gift-wrapped opportunity?
An attractive chance to achieve something.
