#8 — KEEP YOUR HEAD ABOVE WATER
Meaning: This means you are trying very hard to
survive financially, or you are barely able to handle a
lot of work which is almost too much.
Example: Watching these changes happen without
any personal control can make you feel like you’re
drowning. We are here to help you keep your head
above water, and our Executive and Board of
Directors continue to advocate on behalf of all of our
retiree groups and members.
#9 — A WATERING HOLE
Meaning: This is a slang word for a bar. The literal
meaning is a small lake or pond where wild animals
go to drink — so a place where people go to drink
(alcohol) is also called a watering hole.
Example: If the government continues to make