read the room
idiomTo understand the emotions and thoughts of the people present, especially to determine the kind of speech or actions that would be appropriate or inappropriate.
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assume room temperature
To die; to be killed.
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baby elephant in the room
An obvious but mostly inconsequential issue.
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dictated but not read
Dictated, as to a secretary or stenographer, but not proofread by the person who dictated it.
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elephant in the room
A problem or difficult issue that is very obvious, but is ignored for the convenience or comfort of those involved.
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get a room
Used to instruct a couple to stop displaying romantic or physical affection in public.
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gorilla in the room
A problem or difficult issue that is very obvious, but is ignored for the convenience or comfort of those involved.
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have one's head read
To have one's mental health assessed, to receive a psychiatric examination.
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light up a room
To possess great energy and appeal; to cause a social gathering to become animated and cheerful.