General
Level-set
To establish a common baseline understanding.
Plain English
Get everyone to a shared understanding before going further.
If you’re new here
Usually a sign that people have been working from different assumptions. A useful meeting to attend.
What they probably mean
“Nobody is on the same page and we've noticed.”
Interpretation offered as humour, not authoritative guidance.
Bureaucracy level
Complex · 4/5
How much government-speak this phrase carries. Playful indicator, not a judgement of anyone using it.
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GC Simplified is an independent tool, not affiliated with or endorsed by the Government of Canada, and it does not provide official advice. Plain language is an interpretation, and interpretations can be wrong. Always verify against the source and your organization’s own guidance before acting.