Thanks RO. I'm still interested though as to how its seemingly just appeared in the British workplace in the last two years. I never heard it used- or at least so often- before that. May be its a lot to do with the sector I work in- local government- where everyone is watching out these days and giving each other warnings. Previously I worked in housing associations with developers and land agents where the vocab was entirely different- not offensive, just different. There are a few phrases I dont seem to hear any more either.
Anyother workplace hates? Mine used to be more bang for your buck, plus thinking outside the box. Get in the >>>>> box and shut up!