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...And don't call me shirley 

Famous line from the comedy movie "Airplane!". Used when someone uses the word "Surely" in their sentence. "Surely" sounds like "Shirley" when spoken, and therefore making sound as though your name is Shirley, or talking to someone called Shirley.
"Surely you can't be serious?"
"I am serious...And don't call me Shirley."
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Shirley Temple 

1. Known for her golden curls, dimpled smile and bright brown eyes Shirley Temple 1928-2014 (aka Shirley Temple Black) was an American child actress, singer, dancer and US ambassador who appeared in more than 50 motion pictures in her long career as a childstar. She was the number one box office star four years in a row, and is the youngest Oscar winner ever.

2. A type of non alcoholic drink for children typically made with lemon lime soda and grenadine syrup served with a cherry on top.
That kid has real talent, just like Shirley Temple!
Shirley Temple by Deter Dan April 11, 2017
She's the epitome of love. She's caring, passionate, and loving. Warning: She will shower you with affection.
When I grow up, I want to be like Shirlin. She's a cool person.
Shirlin by smf427 May 1, 2018

menless shirts 

The sexier alternative to shirtless men as it is just a fucking shirt.
Guy 1: What's hotter than shirtless men?

Guy 2: Menless shirts are obviously hotter.

pulling a shirley 

The act of buying something you don't want, but end up purchasing in bulk because it's on sale
"I already have 5 bags of chips in my closet, but I bought 10 more cause there was a 2/$3 sale."
"Dude, that's totally pulling a shirley"

acapulco shirts 

A sort of clothing that you feel is strongly required when heading in the direction of Las Vegas in the midst of a drug frenzy.
"But first we need the car. And after that the cocaine. And then the tape recorder, for special music, and some Acapulco shirts." The only way to prepare for a trip like this, I felt, was to dress up like human peacocks and get crazy, then screech off across the desert and cover the story.
acapulco shirts by Gladys May 24, 2004