In any given situation where it is possible to express an emotion or an opinion, someone is going to be an asshole.
Person 1: "Guys Stephen Hawking just died"
Person 2:"Aw man for real? Rest in peace!"
Person 3:"Now he knows there is a God"
Person 1: " Perfect example of Kirkley's Law asshole"
Ironic, negative or surprising consequence/fact or Catch-22. Unexpected result.
Usually follows a positive statement. Used as bridging statement for dramatic effect, to a negative consequence/statement.
Probably stems from the phrase "you'll be kicking yourself for this one"
Sure, renting an apartment is cheaper and gives you a lot of flexibility to move around, but here's the kicker: with the money threw away renting places for 5-10 years you could have been well into a mortgage and have built up some personal equity, and credit.
someone who acts as if the only means of preserving or promoting their quality of life is by denying the same to others. They have climbed the ladder of opportunity and now want to kick the ladder away.
Nancy moved to this neighborhood ten years ago for the schools and quality of life. Nancy opposes the construction of a new apartment building that would offer a similar opportunity to new families. Nancy is a ladder kicker.
Someone who is indecisive about purchasing a product or service, and never feels satisfied with what they are offered. In the end a tire kicker may or may not buy. The term comes from sales people at car dealerships. Tire kickers would come around frequently, kick the tires a few times on the cars that they liked, but never make a solid purchasing decision on any particular car or trim.