Idioms and phrases from the The Hindu editorial  "Private consultation: On the Broadcasting Services (Regulation) Bill, 2023"

Idioms and phrases from the The Hindu editorial  "Private consultation: On the Broadcasting Services (Regulation) Bill, 2023"

1.       Closed-door meetings

o    Explanation: Private meetings not open to the public.

o    Example Sentence: The company held closed-door meetings to discuss the future of their product line without any external interference.

2.      Strict terms of confidentiality

o    Explanation: Very stringent conditions to ensure secrecy.

o    Example Sentence: The deal was made under strict terms of confidentiality to prevent any information from leaking out.

3.      Chilling effect

o    Explanation: A discouraging or suppressive influence, especially on free speech or creativity.

o    Example Sentence: The new law had a chilling effect on journalists, making them wary of reporting controversial issues.

4.      Cast in that light

o    Explanation: Viewed or considered from that particular perspective.

o    Example Sentence: Cast in that light, her actions seemed more understandable and justifiable.

5.      Gatekeeping

o    Explanation: Controlling access to something or deciding who gets to participate.

o    Example Sentence: The committee's gatekeeping prevented many talented individuals from entering the competition.

6.     Cause for significant alarm

o    Explanation: A reason to be very worried or concerned.

o    Example Sentence: The rise in crime rates was a cause for significant alarm in the community.

7.      Coincide with

o    Explanation: To happen at the same time as something else or to agree with it.

o    Example Sentence: The release of the new product will coincide with the company's anniversary celebration.

8.     Take into confidence

o    Explanation: To share information with someone trusting they will keep it private.

o    Example Sentence: She took her best friend into confidence about her plans to start a new business.

9.     Put diverse points of view across

o    Explanation: To present various perspectives or opinions.

o    Example Sentence: The panel discussion allowed experts to put diverse points of view across on the issue.

10.  Diminish public trust

o    Explanation: To reduce or weaken the confidence that the public has in something or someone.

o    Example Sentence: The scandal significantly diminished public trust in the government.