Racing in the Rain vocab

When a dark cloud portends a storm, what does it mean?

• A mild or indirect expression in place of a more negative one

• Giving a sign or a warning that something bad is likely to happen

• The coming together of people or things

• Very attentive to and concerned about accuracy and detail

In a corporate email, instead of saying 'We fired John', what euphemistic phrase might be used?

• John has been promoted to customer

• John has left to pursue other opportunities

• John has been let go

• John has decided to move on

During a challenging mountain climb, what quality is most admired in a climber?

• caution

• fortitude

• good joke teller

• carelessness

When reviewing a document, Sarah is described as 'Fastidious'. What does this mean about her approach?

• She encourages the coming together of people to brainstorm ideas

• She uses mild or indirect expressions instead of more direct negative feedback

• She is very attentive to and concerned about accuracy and detail

• She maintains a friendly, lively, and enjoyable atmosphere during meetings

What does it mean when two rivers have a 'Confluence'?

• The coming together of two rivers at a point

• Giving a sign or a warning that a flood is likely to happen

• A statement or slogan repeated frequently by the river communities

• Easily navigable or easily crossed

During a project meeting, the team described the new software feature as "Facile". What does this mean?

• A statement or slogan repeated frequently

• Convenient and practical, although possibly improper or immoral

• Easily moveable or easily achieved

• Courage in pain or adversity

In a graduation speech, Enzo says you should manifest your destiny. What does it mean to manifest?

• Make clear to your own mind. Imagine your future until it becomes a reality.

• A file that specifies essential information about the project to the system

• The process of team members coming together for meetings

• A polite way to ignore your future.

In the context of yoga, what does the term "Mantra" refer to?

• A sequence of poses designed to improve strength and flexibility

• An utterance which is repeated over and over.

• A type of breathing technique used to control the flow of energy

• A dietary guideline followed to purify the body and mind

In a corporate setting, choosing a strategy that is "Expedient" might mean?

• Easily moveable or easily achieved

• A mild or indirect expression in place of a more negative one

• Convenient and practical, although possibly improper or immoral

• The coming together of people or things

During a dinner party, how would you describe the atmosphere if everyone is engaging in friendly and enjoyable conversations?

• fortitude

• mantra

• convivial

• fastidious