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BE 338: What Does Slap on the Wrist Mean in English?

Business English from All Ears English

CHAPTER

Understanding 'Slap on the Wrist'

This chapter explores the phrase 'slap on the wrist' as a metaphor for light punishment and its implications in contexts like political scandals and workplace discipline. The speakers examine societal attitudes towards accountability, providing examples and personal anecdotes to underline the nuances of reprimands and their varying severities.

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