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A powerful compliment for a woman or performer admired for confidence, talent or influence.
Social influence, money, opportunities or visible momentum.
A person whose career opportunities are helped by a famous or influential family.
Not going to lie.
A response meaning something was done so well that no improvement is needed.
Acting repetitive, predictable or lacking individuality, like a non-player character.
A meme label for something bizarre, unsettling or unusually chaotic.
A strong assurance that someone is telling the truth or speaking sincerely.
An opponent, enemy or rival, originating as a shortening of opposition.
Describing a one-sided emotional relationship with a public figure, creator or fictional character.
Excellent, top-tier or the best point of something.
A casual post containing a collection of loosely related photos.
A person perceived as seeking approval by distancing themselves from their peers or putting others down.
Evidence, screenshots or records used to prove a claim.
A warning sign suggesting danger, incompatibility or a likely problem.
Occupying someone's thoughts persistently without effort.
Charm or confidence used to attract or flirt with someone.
I understand and no further explanation is needed.
Making someone laugh intensely or react strongly.
Presenting a strong look, performance or attitude.
A subtle or indirect insult or expression of disrespect.
A meme label for an independent, self-controlled or supposedly dominant person.
A romantic or sexual connection that lacks a clear relationship label or commitment.
A teasing response suggesting a problem happened because someone lacks ability.
To do something exceptionally well or look impressive.
Subtly revealing a relationship or project online without fully identifying it.
Following through firmly on responsibilities, promises or principles.
The annual interstate rugby league series between Queensland and New South Wales.
Suspicious, questionable or untrustworthy.
Overly competitive or trying extremely hard, especially in a casual game.
The early period when two people communicate romantically before defining a relationship.
Gossip, truth or interesting personal information.
A sudden feeling of dislike or loss of attraction toward someone.
A photo or post designed to attract attention through physical appeal.
Go offline, calm down and reconnect with ordinary real-world life.
Performed a task exactly as hoped, often with extra style or skill.
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