smendler's definitions

Junior Anti-Sex League

In George Orwell's novel 1984, an organization for young people that advocated complete celibacy for both sexes. The Party intends to abolish the institution of the family, so all children will be the products of artificial insemination and grow up in public institutions. Members wear red sashes around their waists. Julia, Winston Smith's lover, is a member of the Junior Anti-Sex League, though she does not share their ideals.

By extension, the conservative & repressive forces in society that support ideals of celibacy, virginity, purity, etc.

"Damn, those Taliban, they're just like an Islamic Junior Anti-Sex League!"

by smendler June 20, 2009

sing Kumbaya

To engage in a show of unity and harmony with one's opponents or enemies; frequently used in a disparaging or sarcastic sense

"Well, we're not going to sit around the campfire, hold hands and sing Kumbaya, that's for damn sure!"

by smendler April 29, 2009

I love me some

Novel grammatical structure indicating "I always like" something. Kinda like the middle voice in ancient Greek. Frequently used in reference to a love object, or favorite band.

When I asked her what she wanted for breakfast, Kate stirred and said, "Mmm, I love me some scrambled eggs!"

"Oh, I'd love me some Beyonce, you bet!" said Kyle.

by smendler July 16, 2010

good enough for government work

Probably not the best, but what the hell, at least we got the job done to minimally acceptable standards.

Max: "Hey, you done trimming those shrubs?"

Minnie: "I don't know, they look a little uneven yet..."

Max: "Nah, that's good enough for government work, let's go get a beer!"

by smendler September 20, 2010

sagan

An intelligent person who is not only well-versed in his/her subject, but is also graced with an ability to make that subject come to life for others who may not have as much knowledge. A Sagan knows how to evoke childlike wonder and awe, while not taking himself/herself too seriously. Humanisitic, warmhearted, optimistic, and unpretentious. Not just a sage - a Sagan.

"That Neil DeGrasse Tyson - what an excellent example of a Sagan!"

"Yeah, David Suzuki too!"

by smendler May 21, 2013

OFIMA

"Oh Fuck, It's Monday Again." (or "Oh Fuck, It's Monday Already.")

The counterpoint to TGIF.

Variants: GDIMA, OSIMA, etc.

Ted had a sign in his cubicle. One side said "TGIF", the other side said "OFIMA".

by smendler March 17, 2013