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Mother

A powerful compliment for a woman or performer admired for confidence, talent or influence.

InternetGlobal
Motion

Social influence, money, opportunities or visible momentum.

InternetUnited States, Global
Nepo baby

A person whose career opportunities are helped by a famous or influential family.

InternetGlobal
NGL

Not going to lie.

TextingGlobal
No notes

A response meaning something was done so well that no improvement is needed.

InternetGlobal
NPC behaviour

Acting repetitive, predictable or lacking individuality, like a non-player character.

GamingGlobal
Ohio

A meme label for something bizarre, unsettling or unusually chaotic.

InternetGlobal
On god

A strong assurance that someone is telling the truth or speaking sincerely.

ConversationUnited States, Global
Opp

An opponent, enemy or rival, originating as a shortening of opposition.

AmericanUnited States, Global
Parasocial

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

InternetGlobal
Peak

Excellent, top-tier or the best point of something.

InternetGlobal
Photo dump

A casual post containing a collection of loosely related photos.

InternetGlobal
Pick-me

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

InternetGlobal
Receipts

Evidence, screenshots or records used to prove a claim.

AmericanUnited States, Global
Red flag

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

DatingGlobal
Rent free

Occupying someone's thoughts persistently without effort.

AmericanUnited States, Global
Rizz

Charm or confidence used to attract or flirt with someone.

DatingGlobal
Say less

I understand and no further explanation is needed.

AmericanUnited States, Global
Sending me

Making someone laugh intensely or react strongly.

AmericanUnited States, Global
Serving

Presenting a strong look, performance or attitude.

InternetGlobal
Shade

A subtle or indirect insult or expression of disrespect.

AmericanUnited States, Global
Sigma

A meme label for an independent, self-controlled or supposedly dominant person.

InternetGlobal
Situationship

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

DatingGlobal
Skill issue

A teasing response suggesting a problem happened because someone lacks ability.

GamingGlobal
Slay

To do something exceptionally well or look impressive.

ReactionGlobal
Soft launch

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

InternetGlobal
Standing on business

Following through firmly on responsibilities, promises or principles.

InternetUnited States, Global
State of Origin

The annual interstate rugby league series between Queensland and New South Wales.

AustralianAustralia
Sus

Suspicious, questionable or untrustworthy.

GamingGlobal
Sweaty

Overly competitive or trying extremely hard, especially in a casual game.

GamingGlobal
Talking stage

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

DatingGlobal
Tea

Gossip, truth or interesting personal information.

AmericanUnited States, Global
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
Touch grass

Go offline, calm down and reconnect with ordinary real-world life.

InternetGlobal
Understood the assignment

Performed a task exactly as hoped, often with extra style or skill.

InternetGlobal

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