Recent 12 Months Editorial Idioms and Phrases

A balanced, moderate course of action that avoids extreme positions or partisan conflicts

An acknowledgment, gesture of recognition, or indirect reference to something

Directed one's mental focus, care, or diplomatic consideration toward something

Clashed or disagreed sharply with an opposing viewpoint or political stance

An established official stance or policy that strongly censures or disapproves of certain conduct

The most elite and influential international forums where major world powers negotiate global policy

A clear warning or assertive display of strength intended to show resolve and deter critics or rivals

Not finished, decided, or resolved at all; continuing to remain relevant and active

Taking into account or being informed by particular circumstances or new information

At the highest level of leadership, government administration, or military command

A tight physical grip that restricts breathing; figuratively, complete dominance or tight control that stops or strangles normal activity

In two different areas, locations, or aspects simultaneously

To deliberately retreat and stop before causing an irreversible catastrophe or disaster

A brief, favorable period of time during which a specific action can be successfully executed before conditions change

Artificially manufacturing or manipulating public agreement through deliberate political tactics

Becomes legally binding, operational, or effective

Long-standing systemic wrongs and denial of customary rights suffered by marginalized groups across generations

In accordance with the real meaning, purpose, or intention of a law rather than just its literal words

Consistent with, identical to, or sharing the exact same characteristics as something else

Developing or in the process of being formed over an extended period