(1). A positive-sounding way to describe a poor condition or situation, in an attempt to maintain the illusion that all conditions or situations are actually good ones.
Sub-Optimal
RANDOM LINGO
All Americans
(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.
Massage the Data
(1). To subtly manipulate figures to produce a more favorable outcome.
“Well, Nick, I’m not going to lie. You’re going to owe a ton of taxes this year. Let me massage the data a bit to see if we can find a more efficient way to use some of those ‘business expenses’.”