chaos

behavior so unpredictable as to appear random, owing to great sensitivity to small changes in conditions.

The chaos theory explains how small changes in initial conditions can lead to wildly different outcomes, like a butterfly flapping its wings causing a hurricane on the other side of the world.

by Arminkshipper October 19, 2024

Different kettle of fish

a completely different type of person or thing from the one previously mentioned.

"the new office is a rather different kettle of fish"

by Arminkshipper April 20, 2025

three sheets to the wind

drunk

"I wish I could recall more, but at that point I was three sheets to the wind"

by Arminkshipper July 15, 2024

black

denoting or relating to a person of Australian Aboriginal origin or descent.

"The Black Australian community has a rich cultural heritage that spans thousands of years."

by Arminkshipper August 16, 2024

impress

force (someone) to serve in an army or navy.

"a number of Poles, impressed into the German army"

by Arminkshipper August 09, 2024

Groove

In the middle of the strike zone, pitch the ball.

That ninth-inning fastball was grooved by him.

by Arminkshipper July 06, 2024

What

used for emphasis or to invite agreement.

"pretty poor show, what?"

by Arminkshipper August 06, 2024