Anyways, use “Chinese whispers” sparingly for the term may appear offensive to some as it may suggest only the Chinese gossip and spread rumors.
That’s certainly not true. All peoples in the world gossip and spread rumors. We are all equal in the spread-them-like-wildfire rumors department and therefore no one race should begrudge another here.
Still, use this phrase with care lest you offend some of your listeners. It is higher human nature to be considerate of others and, once adequately fed and clothed, it is important to for all of us to aim higher.
Nevertheless, let’s read a few media examples of “Chinese whispers” and, at least for now, bear with them:
1. Sam Allardyce slipped into the Newcastle hotseat and swiftly revealed his intention to resolve Michael Owen’s situation as a matter of urgency.
The 52-year-old was unveiled as Glenn Roeder’s successor this afternoon after signing a three-year contract to inherit a job which has assumed the appearance of the proverbial poisoned chalice in recent years.
He did so against the backdrop of intense speculation over the £17million England striker’s future on Tyneside amid claims he could leave for as little as £9million after managing just 14 appearances for the club in two years.
Allardyce met those players who did not have other commitments at the training ground this morning after arriving in the north-east by helicopter, but will speak to the others, principally Owen, as soon as possible....
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