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pull an oliver

To use the word "sexy" in a professional setting to describe something inanimate and cool.
Did you hear Mr. Jones pull an oliver at the board meeting last night? I wonder how the older folks liked that?
by Fo' Real January 19, 2008
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pull an oliver

An extreme reaction to irritating workplace noises, such as errant ringing cellphones, crinkling packing tape, or construction noise. Steam usually comes out of ones ears when in this state.
Sarah was afraid to open the package that had just arrived, in fear that her focused coworker might just pull an oliver.
by Lily Rose January 19, 2008
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Pull an oliver north

Asked to and then playing the scapegoat for someone elses problem or mistake. (Sometimes without reguard to to the consequences). This is not to be taken likely as the ramifications could be dire or legally destructive to your life.

This is a tough, normally noble thing.

For further reference please see oliver north and the iran-contra affair
"Your really gonna pull an oliver north and take the blame for his bad decision"
by Theamazinggeek February 27, 2018
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