Definition

An acronym representing a lifestyle or attitude of handling business or conflict in the streets without regard for formality or legality. It's the shorthand for people who settle their affairs in public, consequences be damned.

Example Usage

Those guys aren't scared of anyone—they live that Y.T.S life, dealing with problems right there on the pavement.

Source: Urban Dictionary (https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=Y.T.S&defid=12641862)

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