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(1). A colloquial expression used to indicate that the analysis you are about to provide was completed very quickly, with little forethought, and will likely prove to be incorrect.
“This is totally back of the napkin, but I think we can increase your sales 300% this year.”
(1). The narrow slice of Americans a candidate is hoping to win over with a proposal.
“I care for all Americans! And that’s why, if elected, I will guarantee income tax subsidies for producers of corn-based bicycle seat cushions right here in my home state of Illinois!”
Props to Terry D. for the submission.
(1). When you only hire people in your department who will never, ever pose a threat to you. That’s one way to find the “best people”, champ.
“So, we’ve had four people come through here that were perfect for the job. But Florence rejected every one of them. Trying a little empire-building, I think. The joke’s on her, though … we’re just going to take away the req.”
