Definition

Internet shorthand for "I'm just messing with you," deployed when you need to quickly defuse a joke that might've landed wrong. It's the digital equivalent of saying "just kidding!" before someone takes your sarcasm seriously and blocks you.

Example Usage

"I can't believe you like pineapple on pizza... actually ijmwy, eat what you want."

Source: Urban Dictionary (https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=ijmwy&defid=17647569)

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