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2021-11-14 05:31:04 Catch And Release

What does catch and release mean?


To flirt with someone then stop when the person wants commitment

Catch and release is a dating term that refers to when someone flirts with a person then stops once she likes him back. It comes from the "catch and release" term associated with hunting and fishing for animals then releasing them after catching them.

People who like catch and release are known for liking the "chase" but not the commitment. Catch and release comes with a heightened level of excitement from the thrill of the chase. Things like flirty texts, alluring glances, and romantic gestures are a lot of fun but actually committing to a ship is too much to ask for.

Example

"He won't even return her texts.
Yeah, he's known for his love of the catch and release."
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Joey is well known for his catch and release attitude Open / Comment

2021-11-13 17:30:34 Selfie Stick

What does selfie stick mean?


An extendable pole with a smartphone on the end

A term that refers to a pole with a smartphone on the end; used to take a selfie from angles that the human arm cannot reach; often used by annoying people who think it's worth it to carry around an obnoxious device just to take a selfie.

Example

"The concert was fun but the people in front of us kept blocking the view with their selfie stick."
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A woman taking a selfie with a selfie stick Open / Comment

2021-11-13 05:30:44 Gummy Tummy

What does gummy tummy mean?


Stomach ache from eating gummy candies

Gummy tummy is a term that describes the sick feeling you get when you eat too many gummy candies. Common gummy candy culprits include gummy bears, worms, and fish.

Gummy tummy is the result of binge-eating too many candies, which leads to eater's remorse. It is the same as the gummy ache term.

Example

"I have no self-control when it comes to candy and now I have gummy tummy!"
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That gummy tummy feeling Open / Comment

2021-11-12 17:30:24 Netflixing

What does netflixing mean?

Eating a lot of food when you mean to eat just a little

Netflixing is eating a lot of food when you meant to eat much less. It often starts with good intentions but then turns into a gorge-fest when self-control is lost.

Netflixing most often occurs with individuals that have low to no self control. Guilty pleasure food is the most common type of food that induces netflixing. The term comes from the video streaming service called "Netflix," that is responsible for the majority of binge-watching, which is when you watch a bunch of episodes during one sitting.

Example

"Stop netflixing the Nutella. Let me have some!"
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When you just can't stop netflixing Open / Comment

2021-11-12 05:31:02 Do It For The Gram

What does do it for the gram mean?


To do something only to share on Instagram

Do it for the gram is a phrase that refers to when a person does stuff for the sole purpose of posting it to Instagram. The person may buy a new pair of shoes, drive a couple hours to the beach, or stalk a person just so they can post a pic or video of it on the social site.

The gram is another way to say Instagram, which is a social site where users share images and video. People that do it for the gram are considered fake because they don't really do stuff to experience it, rather they just want to get likes, comments, and followers.

Example

"You gonna come to the game tonight?"
"Maybe. I don't like football but I was just gonna do it for the gram."
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They do it for the gram Open / Comment

2021-11-11 17:30:45 Alpha Mom

What does alpha mom mean?



A dominant female in a group of mothers

An alpha mom is a mother who dominates over other mothers in her social sphere. The mother dominates over others with her strong opinions and belief that she is in the right.

An alpha mom always rises to the top when a group of mothers comes together. The alpha mom usually dictates the group's behavior and is the first to be outraged. Alpha moms can be a cancer to discussions because they tend to dominate the sharing time.

Example

"I can already tell that Laura is going to be an alpha mom just by how she complains to the waiter."
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A soon-to-be alpha mom Open / Comment

2021-11-11 05:30:16 Whitesplain

What does whitesplain mean?


To explain racism to a person of color

Whitesplain is a term that refers to when a white person tries to explain the true nature of racism to a person of color. It combines "white" and "explain".

Whitesplaining is usually done by oblivious white people with good intentions. They are sharing their perspective but not in a way that conveys understanding of the plight of colored people. It comes across as condescending and totally inappropriate considering that white people have not experienced racism the same way that colored people have, especially in America. Backlash against whitesplaining usually occurs on social media where opinions are more often exchanged.

Example

"Did you see his tweet yesterday?
No, was it bad?
Well, do you think whitesplaining racism to a civil rights leader is bad?
Yikes. :-/"
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Response to a Rob Schneider whitesplain tweet Open / Comment

2021-11-10 17:30:05 Extra

What does extra mean?

Over the top

Extra is a slang term that refers to a person who is over the top, most likely in an annoying way. The person is being overly dramatic and needs to be reined in, such as a plastered broseph trying to jump from a house roof into the pool or a teacher that is too strict. The term may also describe a person who is trying too hard, whether it be attempting to fit in or throw the best party ever.

Typically, extra is used as a negative term, similar to basic, and is meant to be a criticism of a person's behavior. If you are called "extra" you should try to take a step back and chill. It is commonly used as a noun or adjective.

Example

"You going to Tiffany's house later?"
"No, I can't handle her, everything about her is extra and I don't need that in my life right now."
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He is a bit extra Open / Comment

2021-11-10 05:30:33 Make It Snow

What does make it snow mean?


To toss money in the air

Make it snow is a phrase that refers to flaunting money. It involves money being thrown or tossed up in the air in order to have it float down like snowflakes.

The phrase is similar to "make it rain," but involves larger bills, which is why it is snow instead of rain. The act is performed by incredibly wealthy people looking to flaunt their status.

Example

"Just got myself a contract extension, about to make it snow tonite!"
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Make It Snow means to toss money in the air Open / Comment

2021-11-09 17:30:44 Jelly

What is jelly short for?


Jealous

Jelly is a funny way to abbreviate "jealous." It is often used by teenagers when they are playfully jealous about something their friends received or experienced.

Jelly is often seen in text messages, online chatrooms, and social sites, such as Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. It is typically not used for serious instances of jealousy, like when a spouse is flirting or a parent displays more affection to one child than another. If it is used in serious contexts, it will sound really stupid.

Example

"He gets twice as much as me. That's what I'm jelly about."
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Jelly means jealous Open / Comment