leash

Vocabulary Word

Definition

The term 'leash' refers to a strip or loop of a material, often rope or chain, that you use to restrain and control an animal. People often use dog leashes to prevent their pets from getting lost while walking.

Examples in Different Contexts

In business terminology, 'keeping on a short leash' might suggest tight control over a project or team member. A manager might remark, 'Until we are confident in the new system, we'll keep it on a short leash.'

Practice Scenarios

Tech

Scenario:

The load on our servers is unexpected after the latest software update. Maybe we need to put some limits in place.

Response:

I agree. Perhaps, imposing a leash on the number of concurrent sessions can help manage server load.

Creative

Scenario:

We are going over budget with the costs of materials for this project. We need to reconsider our sourcing strategy.

Response:

You are right. Keeping a short leash on material costs is crucial. Let's explore bulk purchase discounts.