infant
In common conversation, the word "baby" is used more frequently than "infant." "Infant" often sounds more formal or medical. When used as an adjective to describe a business or project, it means the thing is very new and still developing.
💬Casual Conversation
🎬Tuesday afternoon, David is in a boring board meeting while Mark is pretending to work at his desk.
David Smith
Check the new project roadmap. It's still in its infant stages.
Mark
Bet. I'll circle back once I've actually opened the file.
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David uses 'infant stages' as a corporate-style metaphor for early development. Mark responds with 'Bet' (slang for 'agreed' or 'okay') and the phrasal verb 'circle back', mimicking professional language to hide his laziness.