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Parasocial

Describing a one-sided emotional relationship with a public figure, creator or fictional character.

InternetGlobal
Pick-me

A person perceived as seeking approval by distancing themselves from their peers or putting others down.

InternetGlobal
Po'boy

A Louisiana sandwich traditionally served on French-style bread.

AmericanLouisiana, United States
Pop

A regional American term for a carbonated soft drink.

AmericanUnited States
Red flag

A warning sign suggesting danger, incompatibility or a likely problem.

DatingGlobal
Roman Empire

A topic someone thinks about surprisingly often, based on a viral question trend.

InternetGlobal
Scrunkly

A fictional character considered oddly cute, messy or endearing.

FandomGlobal
Serving

Presenting a strong look, performance or attitude.

InternetGlobal
Ship

Support or imagine two people or characters as a romantic couple.

InternetGlobal
Simp

Someone seen as giving excessive attention or effort to a person they admire.

InternetGlobal
Situationship

A romantic or sexual connection that lacks a clear relationship label or commitment.

DatingGlobal
Slaps

Is extremely enjoyable or impressive, especially music or food.

InternetGlobal
Sneaky link

A person someone meets secretly for a romantic or sexual relationship.

DatingUnited States, Global
Soda

A common American term for a carbonated soft drink.

AmericanUnited States
Soft launch

Subtly revealing a relationship or project online without fully identifying it.

InternetGlobal
Stan

An extremely enthusiastic fan; as a verb, to strongly support an artist or public figure.

InternetGlobal
Talking stage

The early period when two people communicate romantically before defining a relationship.

DatingGlobal
The ick

A sudden feeling of dislike or loss of attraction toward someone.

DatingGlobal
Thirst trap

A photo or post designed to attract attention through physical appeal.

InternetGlobal
Very demure

Deliberately modest, neat or restrained, often used humorously after a viral trend.

InternetGlobal
Very mindful

Careful and considerate, often paired humorously with very demure.

InternetGlobal
Vibey

Having a pleasing atmosphere, mood or aesthetic.

InternetGlobal
Wicked

Very or extremely, especially in New England speech.

AmericanNew England, United States
Womp womp

A mocking sound used to dismiss a complaint or unfortunate outcome.

InternetGlobal
Y'all

A contraction of you all used to address more than one person.

AmericanUnited States
Yooper

A resident of Michigan's Upper Peninsula.

AmericanMichigan, United States
Zombieing

Returning to contact someone after a long period of ghosting.

DatingGlobal
ATP

Depending on context, an abbreviation meaning at this point.

TextingGlobal
Based

Confidently authentic or expressing an opinion without worrying about approval.

InternetGlobal
BFFR

An abbreviation for be genuinely serious, used to express disbelief or frustration.

TextingGlobal
Big back

A teasing insult implying someone eats a lot or is greedy for food.

InternetGlobal
Carried

Succeeded mainly because another person did most of the work.

GamingGlobal
Chat

A way of addressing an audience collectively, borrowed from livestream chat culture.

InternetGlobal
Cinema

A dramatic way to praise a scene, event or piece of entertainment as masterful.

InternetGlobal
Cook

Perform extremely well or produce an impressive result.

InternetGlobal
Crash out

Lose emotional control, react recklessly or make a situation much worse.

InternetUnited States, Global

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