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Definitions by EF2020

Mr. Yuk’ed

To become extremely sick after mistakenly ingesting a product clearly labeled with a Mr. Yuk poison-warning sticker (toilet bowl cleaner, liquid laundry soap, motor oil).

The phrase is also used to describe a scenario whereby a person is aware much later that the substance he or she ingested had never been intended for consumption.
"A 4 year old kid accidentally drinked toilet cleaner not knowing there was a Mr. Yuk poison-warning sticker, and got Mr. Yuk’ed! He was rushed to the hospital where he managed to feel better after a month."
Mr. Yuk’ed by EF2020 August 28, 2026

Street Viewed

verb / adjective — slang

The act of being unexpectedly seen, photographed, and captured by a Street View mapping car while you're out in public, usually without realizing the camera car was passing by.
1. Bro! I just got street viewed on the way home via school service!
2. DUDE, YOU JUST GOT STREET VIEWED!
Street Viewed by EF2020 August 27, 2026

hybrid airline

An airline that combines the low fares and simplified operations of a low-cost carrier (LCC) with selected comfort, service, and amenities normally associated with traditional full-service or legacy airlines.

Basically: “Low-cost airline pricing, but without making you feel like you’re on a low-cost airline.” ✈️
JetBlue is an example of a hybrid airline
hybrid airline by EF2020 August 19, 2026

White Smoke

An idiom used to describe a very happy, lucky, or exciting moment, especially when something important turns out successfully or good news is finally announced.

The expression comes from the traditional practice at the Sistine Chapel: when white smoke rises from the chimney during a papal conclave, it signals that the cardinals have successfully elected a new Pope. Because the smoke means that an important decision has been reached, “white smoke” has come to symbolize good news, success, relief, and celebration.
A white smoke day for Spain, as the country was crowned champion of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
White Smoke by EF2020 August 17, 2026

Royal Tire

A nickname used by car enthusiasts to describe premium or flagship tire brands that are widely recognized for their top-tier performance, engineering, safety, durability, and reputation. The term compares these brands to "automotive royalty" because they are often considered the benchmark against which other tires are judged.

While "Royal Tires" is an informal expression rather than an official industry term, it is commonly understood to refer to brands that consistently lead in areas such as wet and dry grip, ride comfort, longevity, winter performance, innovation, and original equipment (OE) fitment on luxury and performance vehicles.
Hankook is widely considered a Royal Tire. While it historically positioned itself as a budget-friendly or mid-range alternative, the South Korean manufacturer now competes directly with legacy giants like Michelin, Bridgestone, and Continental, making it a Royal Tire
Royal Tire by EF2020 August 6, 2026

Urbi et Orbi

Latin for "to the city and the world"
It refers to the most solemn papal address and apostolic blessing given by the Pope.
Pope Francis gave his final Urbi et Orbi before his next day death.
Urbi et Orbi by EF2020 August 6, 2026

Push in the stops

Idiom

To become completely silent or to tell a group to stop talking immediately.

The phrase is a humorous play on the pipe organ. While organists commonly say "pull out all the stops" to activate as many ranks as possible for the loudest, fullest sound, the expression "push in the stops" imagines pushing every stop back in, leaving the organ with no selected stops—and therefore no sound. It is used metaphorically to mean "absolute silence."
Before we enter the library, I want all of you to push in the stops.
Push in the stops by EF2020 August 6, 2026
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