Technology Based Idioms and Phrases
1.
a cog in the machine – an insignificant member of a huge organisation or
system
2.
a well-oiled machine – an organisation that operates smoothly
3.
acid test – a test of something’s
value or success
4.
as bright as a button – very intelligent
5.
bells and whistles – extra features and trimmings
6.
cutting edge – advanced and innovative
7.
in tune with – in agreement or harmony
with someone or something
8.
it’s not rocket science – it’s not difficult
9.
on the ball – alert
10.
on the same wavelength – to be in agreement/to have similar views and ideas
11.
to blow a fuse – to lose your temper
12.
to button your lip – to stay quiet
13.
to get your wires crossed – to have a misunderstanding
14.
to have something down to a science – to have perfected something through routine and repetition
15. to hit the panic button – to panic or take emergency measures
16. to know what makes someone tick – to know what motivates someone
17. to pull the plug – to prevent something from continuing or happening
18. to push someone’s buttons – to provoke someone
19.
to reinvent the wheel – to waste time and effort creating something
that already exists
20. to run out of steam – to lose enthusiasm
21. Sputnik moment -moment of challenge when a person realizes they must work harder to surpass their competitors.
22. Silver surfer- A silver
surfer is an elderly person who uses
the internet.
