A County Attorney is an elected or appointed position in the US, responsible for prosecuting criminal cases in the county they work for and providing legal advice to the local government. They may also handle juvenile cases and decide whether a case will go to trial or be settled out of court. A county attorney […]
Outside financing involves obtaining funding from external sources, such as through the sale of shares or obtaining loans, and is generally more expensive than internal financing. Debt financing involves taking out loans, while equity financing involves selling a part of the company, such as through an IPO. Other forms of outside financing include negotiating payment […]
A product flow diagram outlines the sequence of events in manufacturing a product, identifying each stage in a logical sequence to ensure productivity. It can be used in different settings and helps eliminate waste and keep labor costs reasonable. Adjustments can be made to compensate for changes in products. A product flow diagram is an […]
“Going against the grain” means going against social norms or something unpleasant. It can be used negatively to describe someone else or positively for oneself. Other idioms with similar meanings include “going against the tide” and “swimming against the tide.” The phrase comes from planing wood against the grain, which leads to a less desirable […]
“Hands down” means to be much better than the competition, originating from horse racing where a jockey relaxed the reins to win easily. The expression has spread to general usage and refers to effortless superiority. Other horse racing expressions include “home stretch” and “down to the wire.” Being better “hands down” is an American English […]
The pope is the bishop of Rome and spiritual head of the Roman Catholic Church, always male and an expert in theological doctrine. The office has existed for over a thousand years and has been marked by violence and scandals. For Catholics, the pope is the head of their Church and his words are morally […]
NK T-cell lymphoma is a rare and aggressive cancer that affects natural killer cells and/or T cells. It primarily affects people of Asian or Latino descent and is sometimes associated with the Epstein-Barr virus. Symptoms often present in the nasal or sinus cavity, but can appear in other areas. Treatment options are still being researched, […]
Nursing certification is available to state-licensed registered nurses who meet educational and experience requirements. ANCC manages and issues nursing certificates, with different types available for nurse practitioners and clinical nurses. Certification can lead to higher salaries and is obtained by selecting a course, studying, and passing an exam. To earn a nursing certification, you must […]
A brokerage house is a licensed company that buys and sells stocks or securities, employing brokers to fulfill clients’ trading wishes on a commission basis. They may charge additional fees for other services such as banking, market research, and investment strategies. A brokerage house, also called a brokerage firm, is a company licensed to buy […]
Wire transfer is an electronic transfer of funds from one financial institution to another, allowing for international buying and selling. Wire transfer and cable transfer are used interchangeably, but wire transfer refers to domestic transactions and cable transfer to international ones. Internet technology has made wire transfers easier for consumers. Wire transfer is a form […]
Latent learning is the ability to learn without reward, where an organism learns from observation and can express that ability later. An experiment with mice showed that reinforcement isn’t always necessary for learning. This theory contrasts with stimulus-response association theory influenced by Pavlov’s classical conditioning. Latent learning is a theory in psychology that describes learning […]
The phrase “in a tick” means something happens quickly, but the actual amount of time it represents varies. In science, it can mean one or 100 nanoseconds, while in athletics it is usually one-tenth of a second. The origin of the phrase is unclear, but it may have come from the ticking of a clock. […]
Appositions clarify or explain by offering more information than just one word or phrase. They can be restrictive or non-restrictive. False headlines are a common form of affixing, and some appositive sentences break away from the simple common syntax. The word “affixation” has other meanings. An affixation is a noun or phrase used alongside another […]
Queen Elizabeth II owns 6.6 billion acres of land, or one-sixth of the Earth’s surface, as the leader of 32 countries. Land ownership dates back to the Norman conquest of 1066, and among the lands owned by the Queen are Australia and Canada. Ted Turner is the American with the largest land ownership, and about […]
Atelectasis is a condition where a lung partially or completely collapses, limiting the oxygen supply to the body. It can be caused by surgery, trauma, mucus buildup, or congenital defects. Treatment focuses on ensuring oxygen supply before addressing the root cause. Atelectasis is a medical condition characterized by the partial or complete collapse of a […]
Becoming a federal prosecutor requires experience as a trial attorney, with assistant positions and the Department of Justice’s honors program being helpful. Applicants undergo a thorough investigation, and must have good litigation, organizational, and legal research skills. To become a federal prosecutor, experience is typically required, along with several years as a trial attorney with […]
Accrued liability is a debt that has not yet been recorded in the accounts payable ledger. Liabilities refer to debts and obligations that a company has, and are subtracted from assets to determine the company’s value. Accrued liabilities can be recurring or non-recurring costs, and can remain on a balance sheet until they are paid […]
Carbon credit trading allows companies to reduce their carbon output to comply with pollution laws. Companies buy or sell carbon credits, with one ton of carbon equaling one credit. Carbon trading can be mandatory or voluntary, with different limits and rules in each country. The goal is to help curb emissions growth and comply with […]
Progymnasmata is an ancient Greek method of teaching rhetoric to students through a series of fourteen exercises, starting with basic storytelling and ending with argumentation and deliberation. While the syllabus is no longer strictly followed, some aspects are still incorporated into modern courses in rhetoric and composition. Progymnasmata means “before exercises” in Greek and refers […]
Anastrophe is a figure of speech that changes the word order of a sentence to add emphasis. It can be done by placing the adjective behind the noun, moving an object to the beginning of a sentence, or reversing the subject and verb. Anastrophe is often used in poetry and by characters like Yoda in […]
