Speaking English Like a Native Jeff: I agree with you that we should put a stake in the ground. Let's move a quarter of our operations to China. Lynn: Good call, Jeff! Jeff: I hope I don't live to regret this decision. Anna: You won't. My gut tells me we're doing the right thing. IDIOMS & EXPRESSIONS - LESSON 8
back and forth on an issue repeatedly changing one's mind about something; having trouble settling on an opinion or decision EXAMPLE: Should we change our company's health care plan? I can't make up my mind: I go back and forth on the issue.
of two minds conflicted; having conflicting ideas about something EXAMPLE: Many consumers are of two minds about buying organic produce. On the one hand, it is often more expensive than regular produce. On the other hand, it may be healthier.
tough call a difficult decision; something difficult to predict EXAMPLE: It was a tough call, but the company finally decided to close its factory in South Carolina.
wishy-washy ineffective; lacking will-power; indecisive; incapable of making clear decisions
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