slang
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Carry on like a pork chop
To fuss, complain, or make an exaggerated scene, often over something trivial.
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The bee's knees
Something that is excellent, outstanding, or of the highest quality.
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Knock shop
A "knock shop" is an informal and often derogatory term for a brothel or house where prostitutes operate.
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chasing the dragon
To smoke heroin or opium, typically by heating it on foil and inhaling the rising smoke, or more broadly, the obsessive pursuit of an elusive and addictive high.
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get wasted
To become extremely intoxicated by alcohol or drugs to the point of incapacitation.
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score drugs
To successfully obtain illegal controlled substances, often through illicit means.
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It's giving
This phrase is used to describe the vibe, impression, or overall feeling that something or someone evokes.
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No cap
To emphasize that something is completely true, sincere, or not exaggerated.
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Flex on someone
To deliberately show off one's wealth, skill, or possessions in an ostentatious way to impress or intimidate another person.
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Hard pass
A firm and unequivocal refusal or rejection of an offer, suggestion, or invitation.
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Far out
Used to describe something that is excellent, unconventional, impressive, or mind-bending, often in a positive way.
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Drive someone nuts
To irritate or annoy someone to the point of extreme frustration or madness.
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A load of cobblers
This phrase describes something as complete nonsense or utter rubbish.
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Don't lose your rag
To become extremely angry or lose your temper.
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Dog's bollocks
This phrase is a vulgar, yet emphatic, way to describe something as absolutely excellent or the best of its kind.
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Have a butcher's
To take a look or have a brief inspection of something.
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Leg it
To run away quickly, often to escape from a situation or person.
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Deep six
To dispose of something permanently, often by throwing it into the sea or otherwise getting rid of it.
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To take a gander
To take a quick look or brief glance at something.
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Paper hands
A person who sells their investments prematurely, usually due to fear or impatience, and thus misses out on potential future profits.
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FTW
An acronym used to express strong approval, enthusiasm, or to declare something as superior or victorious.
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YOLO
An acronym for "You Only Live Once," used to express the idea that one should enjoy life to the fullest and take risks because there will not be another opportunity.
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SMH
SMH is an internet initialism used to express disappointment, disapproval, or disbelief, akin to a silent shake of the head.
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Sus
Sus is a slang term used to describe someone or something as suspicious, untrustworthy, or questionable.
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Bet
Used informally to express agreement, affirmation, or certainty.
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Bussin'
Bussin' is modern slang used to describe something that is exceptionally good, delicious, or impressive.
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It slaps
This idiom is used to describe something that is exceptionally good, impressive, or highly enjoyable.
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It hits different
This phrase is used to describe an experience, item, or situation that has a uniquely profound or intensified emotional or sensory impact, setting it apart from similar things.
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Let's get this bread
This phrase is an enthusiastic exclamation meaning to earn money or succeed in an endeavor, often implying collective effort.
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Yeet
To throw an object with significant force, often accompanied by the exclamation of the word itself, or used as an interjection signifying excitement or approval.
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Wig snatched
To be utterly shocked, impressed, or have one's expectations completely overturned, often in a spectacular or dramatic fashion.
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Heard
An informal acknowledgement indicating that a message has been received, understood, and often agreed upon.
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86'd
To be removed, rejected, or permanently discontinued from a place or list, typically referring to a person from an establishment or an item from a menu.
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Out of Dodge
To leave a place quickly, especially one that is perceived as undesirable or dangerous.
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Hot mess
A person or situation that is spectacularly disorganized, dysfunctional, or out of control, yet often retains a certain appealing or intriguing quality.