Hipster's definitions

pan out

to have any venture or attempt at something result in success

after I revamped my resume, my job hunt finally panned out, and I got that 60K position at IBM!

by hipster August 27, 2004

on the fly

describing something done in a casual or informal manner; also, something said or done quickly or in passing.

"I just processed that order on the fly without making any notes."

"I don't remember mentioning anything about the party to Jenn's sister, must have said it on the fly."

by hipster July 26, 2005

the jury is still out

an expression implying that a conclusion about someone or something has yet to be reached.

hipster: "Is this dude for real? I mean, either he's psycho, or just plain stupid."

tipster: "I dunno man....think the jury's still out on that one."

by hipster November 16, 2003

under the gun

describing someone who is under intense or extreme pressure.

I was under the gun to get that project done on time.

by hipster December 3, 2005

damage control

an attempt made to correct or rectify a situation that went wrong

we gotta be prepared to do some serious damage control if the press hears about this!

by hipster July 2, 2004

you snooze, you lose

an expression which states that anyone will miss out on a great opportunity if they don't remain aware or open to communication.

"I tried to call you about those concert tickets, but there was no answer...guess you were still crashed out.... so I took Marsha instead.
We had an awesome time, both at the show AND afterwards! :)"

"oh well, you snooze you lose I guess."

by hipster February 5, 2005

on ice

delayed or postponed

we're gonna put the plans for the new place on ice for a little while.

by hipster November 19, 2004