Quote
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“That’s when I really felt like, ‘Oh, life has changed here. I don’t know what’s going to happen now. Everything is on the table. The whole world feels very unpredictable.’”
—Comedian Samantha Bee, speaking about her career shift after the election (Hollywood Reporter)
Definition
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to be discussed; up for negotiation; change
2. Use - Learn how the slang is used.
The seasons change. You watch spring turn into a hot, hot summer and then the leaves start to turn brown. As the seasons change, maybe, you start to change. Maybe, you’re going to school. Maybe, you’re graduating. Maybe, you’re going to become a new parent. Life is constant change. Most of the time, it may feel like everything is on the table.
On the table is an expression that means everything is negotiable. It’s like when business men lay their papers on the table so that the terms of a deal can be discussed and worked out. Comedian Samantha Bee experienced a career change after the election. Many found her jokes controversial and very challenging. She felt like she had to stop comedy for a while and everything in her work was on the table.
When did you feel like everything was on the table? How did it end for you?
Examples
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“Well, now that that topic’s on the table, let’s figure out what we’re going to do about it.”
“Graduating is difficult. Your life, friends, and future plans are on the table. And only you can figure it out!”
“Sometimes, it’s better when everything’s on the table. Change can be a positive thing.”