| A | B |
| backlash | An antagonistic reaction to an earlier action. |
| benchmark | A standard in judging quality, characteristic, or measurement. |
| common sense | Sound judgment. |
| gridlock | A complete lack of movement or progress. |
| outsource | Send work to an outside resource. |
| overkill | More of something than is necessary or appropriate. |
| superhighway | An expressway that has four or more lanes for traffic. |
| tip-off | A confidential disclosure. |
| underdog | One who is expected to lose. |
| wind chime | Hanging decorations that make noise when there is a breeze. |