chop and change
The phrase 'chop and change' originates from a historical context where 'chop' meant to barter or exchange, and it now describes a pattern of frequent and unpredictable alterations.
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Definition
B2General
(informal)To frequently switch between different options or plans, often causing confusion.
Example
- She tends to chop and change her vacation plans at the last minute.
- The company's strategy has been to chop and change, leaving employees unsure of their roles.
B2Behavior
(informal)To be indecisive and inconsistent in making decisions.
Example
- His tendency to chop and change makes him difficult to work with.
- They chop and change their opinions so often that it's hard to know where they stand.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "chop and change":
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