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also used to shorten numbers in games, just like m b stands for billion
Casual term for a friend, peer, or any male person; also used as a general interjection to address someone or express surprise or disbelief, regardless of gender.
Past tense of 'eat' but used as slang meaning someone absolutely killed it, nailed it, devoured the competition. When someone 'ate,' they performed so well they metaphorically consumed the entire moment. Often followed by 'and left no crumbs' for maximum drama.
A Yiddish-derived adjective describing someone, typically a woman, who has a full, curvy, or plump body; generously built with flesh. The term is generally used affectionately or descriptively rather than pejoratively.
just to let you know
Exaggerating, lying, or inflating the truth; speaking falsely or boastfully to impress others or create a false narrative.
Forward Operating Base — a secured military position used to support tactical operations. Think of it as a really terrible campground with excellent security and zero amenities. The Airbnb listing would have one star and a warning label. Also: The saying is most often connected to Asian Americans, who may consider it derogatory. Therefore, you should choose another term to refer to a new immigrant or foreigner to the country not to offend people.
To be in deep trouble, utterly doomed, or completely finished. When someone is 'cooked,' there is no recovery, no redemption arc, no coming back. The goose isn't just cooked -- it's burnt, the kitchen is on fire, and the fire department isn't coming.
A personal phase or chapter of life, borrowed from Taylor Swift's Eras Tour and now applied to everything. Your gym phase? Fitness era. Eating healthy? Wellness era. Crying on the couch? Emotional processing era. Everything is an era now and nothing is just a Tuesday.
A warning sign that someone or something is problematic, dangerous, or destined to end in emotional destruction. Originally a legitimate relationship warning, it's now used so loosely that breathing wrong is a red flag. The bar is underground at this point.
Abbreviation for "what you doing" (or "what are you doing"), used as a casual greeting or conversation starter to ask what someone is currently up to.
The slang term "ding" originated in the early days ofRPGsorMMORPGs, where the word mimics the "ding" sound often played to signal progress or a specific achievement (early games includedEverQuestandWorld of Warcraft). Players would type "ding!" to announce their progress, sparking celebratory messages or jokes from others in their party or guild.
A casual acknowledgment or agreement that combines 'alright' with 'bet' to express understanding or acceptance with a laid-back, dismissive tone.
An expression of agreement or validation, confirming that something is genuinely true or relatable. The one-word affirmation that you're on the same wavelength without wasting syllables.
Holding an opinion or doing something confidently without caring what others think. Originally controversial internet slang that's been reclaimed to simply mean 'authentic and unapologetic.' It's the opposite of being swayed by popular opinion. Your truth is your truth.
An adjective meaning something is exceptionally good, usually referring to food but applicable to anything that slaps. It graduated from Black Twitter to every suburban teenager's vocabulary in record time. If your grandma's mac and cheese isn't bussin, you need a new grandma.
A sudden, visceral feeling of disgust or repulsion toward someone you were previously attracted to, triggered by something small and often irrational. They chewed too loud? Ick. They ran weird? Ick. They used the wrong 'your'? Terminal ick. No recovery.
Short for 'win.' That's it. The entire word 'win' was too long so Gen-Z shortened it to a single letter. Getting a promotion? W. Found $20 in old jeans? W. The word has been optimized for maximum efficiency and minimum keystrokes.
For example, if your friend asks whether you can bring "dessert AWA drinks" to their party, they want you to bring both a dessert and some drinks. If your friend eats your dessert and messages, "wow, you bake AWA as my dad," they think your baking skills are equivalent to their father's. Now you know AWA anyone that "AWA" stands for "as well as."
The invisible energy or vibe a person radiates, now quantified by Gen-Z as if it were a video game stat. You can gain or lose 'aura points' based on your actions. Tripping in public? Minus 500 aura. Perfect comeback? Plus 1000 aura. Life is now scored.
grinning, ducking, running
When a reply to a post gets more likes than the original post, indicating the original take was bad and the response was better. Getting ratioed is the digital equivalent of being publicly corrected by the entire internet at once. There is no comeback from a clean ratio.
A directive to go outside and interact with the physical world, usually aimed at someone who has been online too long and has lost perspective on reality. It's the modern 'go play outside' but delivered with the urgency of a medical prescription.
Short for 'delusional,' used to describe someone whose expectations or beliefs are wildly disconnected from reality. Often used self-awarely, as in 'delulu is the solulu' (delusion is the solution). It's manifestation's unhinged cousin who refuses to acknowledge obstacles.