rubber jungle n.— «Skies were mostly clear and planes were full as spring break began in many locales. From the day before, an accidental deployment of oxygen masks—a rubber jungle, in airline-speak—was discussed.» —“Airlines Learn...
break-up season n.— «Warmer weather in Western Canada means the winter thaw of ice and snow—or “break-up season,” as it’s known in the industry—has started early this year, effectively making the winter drilling season two to...
anti-fit adj.— «The big news is BIG. Anti-fit is the new terminology for the loose-fitting silhouettes expected to show up in pants this spring, according to Levi’s.» —“In short, spring, summer fashions to be just...
lock-off n.— «The price for a one-bedroom “premium” villa is less than I expect: $16,900 per week, plus several hundred more in maintenance fees. Margarita recommends, however, the “two-bedroom lock-off”—a unit...
lock-out n.— «The price for a one-bedroom “premium” villa is less than I expect: $16,900 per week, plus several hundred more in maintenance fees. Margarita recommends, however, the “two-bedroom lock-off”—a unit...
barmuda triangle n.— «For a more lively scene, head for McSeagull’s…on Pier 1 for the live music, pub-style atmosphere, and plenty of elbow room off-season. Come spring, two other bar/restaurants reopen on Pier 1—Hawks and Gray’s...