fool's errand

Sent to or set out on a task which ultimately has no purpose or likelihood of success.
Discovering as much.

"Damn, we drove all the way to Jackies place only to find she'd gone down to ours!"

by Container October 12, 2003

dribbling

Controlling he ball across the pitch, by keeping it close to the feet and veering it away from tackles from opposing players.

"David Beckham dribbled that argentinian instead of focussing on playing the game, consequently we lost the match and the tournement."

by Container October 12, 2003

fair game

An opportunity, that might be presented by another's carelessness.
An opportunity which can be taken without repurcussions.

You left that side wide open for attack, it was fair game in my opinion.

by Container October 12, 2003

zany

A word put in as a warning that the person, movie or act it is attached to will be totally and completely unfunny.

"The Zany Adventures of Robin Hood, what's on the other channel?"

by Container October 12, 2003

low mileage

A brand spanking new vehicle, just rolledout of the showroom and ready to take to the roads.
Gleaming Bodywork, up to date technology and a stylish modern look.

My girlfriend is so tight, there's some real low mileage on that one.

by Container October 07, 2003

you know what I mean?

To ask for confirmation of your audiences understanding, with the expectation that they will affirm what you are saying.

is gotta be dan innit nawwa ahmyean?

by Container October 04, 2003

downloadable

The vulture culture, where any piece of Data that can be transmitted will be downloaded by somebody, wether they are entitled to it or not, copyright notwithstanding.

"downloadable music is killing Corporate music distribution giants!"

by Container October 07, 2003