Definition

A non-committal filler response deployed when you know the answer but don't want to admit it, don't know the answer but won't say so, or simply want to annoy someone. Maximum ambiguity, minimum effort.

Example Usage

When asked if he finished the project, he just replied 'Ummm...' and walked away.

Source: Urban Dictionary (https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=ummm&defid=6340484)

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TWHS

Although TWHS is uncommon, people often use it online (when messaging or emailing) or when texting. Some related acronyms include the more commonTWSSand less commonTWIS.

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Intermediate

SusBus

When multiple people are acting suspicious simultaneously, they've collectively boarded the metaphorical SusBus—a vehicle that apparently has no capacity limits. Born from the Among Us era and legitimized by a high school history teacher, it's what you say when the whole group is giving off sketchy vibes. The conspiracy theory version of carpooling.

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FBBFF

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Bbl

Internet shorthand for "be back later," signaling a temporary departure from your digital conversation. It's the online equivalent of putting up a "gone fishing" sign on your availability.

📱 Gen-Z / Internet Slang
Intermediate

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📱 Gen-Z / Internet Slang
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Physics lesson

When you and your girl shag under a blanket without kicking your best mate out of the room.

📱 Gen-Z / Internet Slang

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