Going Dark

Definition

Cutting off all communications intentionally. The military version of turning your phone off and ignoring everyone, except with way better reasons. It is what introverts dream about but with tactical justification.

Example Usage

"Command, we're going dark for the next 48 hours. And no, Sergeant Miller, that does not mean you can finally binge-watch your shows in peace."

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