Dear Abbe,
Recently I overheard one of the professionals over in the EM lab talking about “wobbling.” I am not normally one to judge, but this sounds a bit sketchy. Can you shed some light on the conversation?
Out of Context in Chicago
Dear Schnuffelnase,
It can be quite salacious hearing terminology and phrases in labs that are not our own. I typically offer up spurious phrases, which requires me explaining myself (quite a task sometimes!). I recently told a coworker to be careful or she would “tiddlywink” the grid. She promptly looked at me askance and inched away from me. I had to quickly describe tiddlywinking to keep from visiting HR again about inappropriate comments. An open mind will keep you from taking offense too easily and make more room for fresh, obscure phrases that can be offered up to confound already addled associates. Just don't be so open-minded that your brains spill out.
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