Opportunity knocks: opportunity knocks implies there is a chance to do something or achieve something that could be highly beneficial to you. https://www.artisanenglish.jp/debate-and-discussion-online/opportunity-knocks/

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Here are some terms from today’s episode that may have been new to you.

Calculated risk: a calculated risk is a decision made after carefully considering the potential disadvantages and benefits. It is not a reckless decision.

https://www.artisanenglish.jp/debate-and-discussion-online/calculated-risk/

Ephemeral: things which are ephemeral are fleeting and last for only a short time. Cherry blossoms and smoke rings are examples of ephemeral things.

https://www.artisanenglish.jp/debate-and-discussion-online/word-of-the-day-ephemeral/

Carpe diem: carpe diem is a Latin phrase that translates into 'seize the day.' It means to live in the moment and don't worry about the future.

https://www.artisanenglish.jp/debate-and-discussion-online/carpe-diem/

Make the most of: to make the most of a situation means to enjoy it as much as possible, no matter the circumstances.

https://www.artisanenglish.jp/debate-and-discussion-online/make-the-most-of/

Beyond the pale: beyond the pale means your actions are not acceptable behaviour. Anything you do that people think is strange or unusual is beyond the pale.

https://www.artisanenglish.jp/debate-and-discussion-online/beyond-the-pale/

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