Customer Service Jargon

noun a person who talks a lot, especially about trivial matters

• The lecturer found it challenging to control the chatterbox in the back row.
• My little sister is such a chatterbox, she never stops talking!
• I can't stand hanging out with that chatterbox, she's so annoying.
• His mind was like a chatterbox, constantly filled with thoughts and ideas.

noun a state of readiness or availability for immediate action or use

adjective ready for immediate use or action

• Please remain on standby until further instructions are provided.
• Just hang tight and stay on standby for now.
• I'm just chilling on standby until they call me in.
• She kept her emotions on standby, ready to react when the time was right.

noun a central control device for a telephone system

• The switchboard operator efficiently directed all incoming calls to the appropriate departments.
• I had to call the switchboard to get connected to the right person.
• I'll patch you through on the switchboard, just hold on a sec.
• Her mind was like a switchboard, constantly processing and connecting different thoughts and ideas.

noun In the context of telecommunications or technology, a reception box may refer to a device used for receiving signals or transmissions, such as a set-top box or satellite receiver.

• The reception box at the front desk is where you can leave any important documents.
• Hey, could you pass me that package on the reception box?
• I found a cool sticker on the reception box, wanna check it out?
• Her mind was like a reception box, open to receiving new ideas and perspectives.

noun a folder or tray in an email system where incoming messages are stored

• Please check your inbox for the latest updates on the project.
• Hey, did you see the email I sent you? It's in your inbox.
• I'll shoot you a message and you can check your inbox for it later.
• Her mind was like a cluttered inbox, filled with thoughts and worries waiting to be sorted through.