Phrase · Digital life & internet
the silent retreat
noun phrase
/thuh-sy-lent-ri-treet/
Definition
The tactical withdrawal of an unsent message out of fear it will clash with the incoming response.
In use
“I saw the typing bubbles and immediately performed the silent retreat.”
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Language
- Language form
- noun phrase
- Pronunciation
- /thuh-sy-lent-ri-treet/
Classification
- Life domain
- Digital life & media
History
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