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Joker in the deck:: That unexpected set-back you were not prepared to deal with. The same phenomenon that generates terms like joker in the deck might spur other terms like a fly in the butter bowl , or a few others I d prefer to not mention unless I get to pick my audience.
Journeyman millwright:: Usually a millwright who has finished his/her apprenticeship training and commensurate field scenarios on real jobs working among professionals. A position status also earned via personal reputation other than formal schooling.

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