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Can anyone tell me what 'a pet idea' means in the following context?

A manager must deal with difficulties in a reasonable way and should not be seduced by the boss's pet idea.

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A "pet" idea is a favorite idea, or something that the boss is partial to.
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A "pet" idea is a favorite idea, or something that the boss is partial to.
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