Definition

Acronym for 'Off the Beaten Track' email—a one-to-one message from someone you normally only see in group emails, usually signaling something awkward or unusual is about to be requested.

Example Usage

I got an OBT from my boss asking me to grab coffee—either I'm getting a promotion or fired.

Source: Urban Dictionary (https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=OBT&defid=2916822)

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