Definition of Don't Try to Boil the Ocean

This is a phrase that means do not try to solve many challenges or problems at once. Instead try to find the most important problem that is solvable with your current resources, and focus on that.

Example: Don't try to boil the ocean. Focus on what you can solve in the near-term.

Usage of "Don't Try to Boil the Ocean" by Country

Business English is used in many different countries around the world. Some of the words and phrases listed on this site will be understood everywhere Business English is used, but some words and phrases are only used in specific countries. The map below shows where "Don't Try to Boil the Ocean" is most commonly used.

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Jargonism is a Business English dictionary. You can learn about words and phrases that are commonly used in the workplace like Circle Back, Thought Leader, and Offsite. We also have a Word of the Day, which is a daily Business English vocabulary word that is commonly used in the workplace.

On this site, we also have templates on how to communicate effectively at work, such as requesting PTO, declining a promotion, and taking a sick day.

Word of the Day

Date: 08/04/2021

Word: Close It Out

Definition: To mark something as completed.

Example: This task has been fixed, so let's close it out within the task tracker.