(1). A time at which a participant in a conference call or meeting needs to leave, usually due to dinner reservations or a tee time.
“We’ve got a hard stop at 11, team, it’s Bagel Friday!”
Hard Stop
RANDOM LINGO
Cross Party Lines
(1). When a Congressman votes with the opposing party, thereby generally spelling the end to his or her career.
“I crossed party lines on this issue and we got it done for the American people. Enjoy your new federally-issued, GPS-tracking implants, America!”
Strategic Partner
(1). A subcontractor who does all of the actual work.
“We work with several strategic partners in order to bring you the best client experience possible. I will be quarterbacking the relationship, of course.”