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Idiom of the day – To push somebody’s buttons

This means to make a person behave in a particular manner, especially in an angry way, usually for your own amusement. Complaining about a person who does this to you: ‘Bob really knows how to push my buttons!’ It’s like somebody is able to control your emotions and behavior. 

Idiom of the day – The road to nowhere

We’re on the road to nowhere means that the activity we are doing is pointless; there is no use in completing it, and it would be wise to turn back without delay.  Check out the classic song by Talking Heads!