rectospect
That jalapeno burger I had last night tasted really good, but in rectospect, maybe wasn't such a great idea...
rectospect by jeremyseattle March 21, 2009
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retrospective sickie
- Jane: Bob, you look terrible! You should have stayed at home today.
- Bob: Don't worry Jane, I'll be taking a retrospective sickie tomorrow.
- Bob: Don't worry Jane, I'll be taking a retrospective sickie tomorrow.
retrospective sickie by AustralianWorkEthic April 20, 2010
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retrospect
retrospect by EthanTheMightyCheese May 9, 2003
retrospectacles
Noun. what you wear when you analyze events,or dissect previous errors, with the benefit of hindsight.
retrospectacles by BigJimBob July 20, 2008
retrospectoscope
Nurse - If we had not given Mrs Jones that dose of morphine I don't think she would have stoped breathing.
Dr - Stop using your retrospectoscope!
Dr - Stop using your retrospectoscope!
retrospectoscope by Muggs August 28, 2006
Retrospect
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retrospectacles
The (usually rose-colored) glasses which one views the past. Viewing through retrospectacles causes one to overlook past problems or disasters and remember only the good aspects. Thus, retrospectacles are often the device which allows one to intentionally repeat the same ill-advised course of action.
Adam: "I know she cheated on me the last 5 times we got together, but we had some really good times too. Maybe this time will be different, I think I'll give her a call"
Bob: "Adam you idiot, put down the phone and take off your retrospectacles"
Bob: "Adam you idiot, put down the phone and take off your retrospectacles"
retrospectacles by tstampy July 21, 2009
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