box checker

behavior derogatory

The term "box checker" is often used negatively to describe someone who prioritizes completing tasks or meeting requirements without genuine engagement or understanding.

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Definition

C1Workplace

(derogatory)Someone who completes tasks superficially, without genuine involvement or understanding.

Example

He's just a box checker, doing the bare minimum to get by.

C1General

(derogatory)A person who strictly follows rules or guidelines, often at the expense of creativity or flexibility.

Example

As a box checker, she never deviates from the instructions, even when a better solution is obvious.

Similar

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