Murphy's Law corollary

As soon as I turn off my PC, I remember something that I have to do on the PC right away.

English Expression of the Day: fixed

The word "fixed" normally means: repaired, but it can also mean "not moving".

For example:

    The stars are fixed in the sky.
    ... means: The stars do not move.

    The sign is fixed to the wall.
    ... means: The sign is permanently attached to the wall. You can't move it.

    Is your end-date fixed? Yes, my end-date is October 31.
    .... means: My job is finished on October 31. The date cannot be changed.


"Fixed" is usually used in the past tense. You can use it in the present tense, for example:

    Can we fix the date of the next meeting?


You don't usually say: Fix the sign to the wall.
That sounds too formal. You would say: Put the sign on the wall. Make sure it can't be moved.

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