To abandon cautious, conservative, or restrained behavior in favor of taking bold, radical, or unconventional actions. This phrase is derived from the idea of switching from an energy-saving mode to a high-performance mode in machines or devices, metaphorically applied to human behavior to signify a shift towards more extreme or daring activities.
Charlie's really turning off eco mode at the party, dancing on the tables and leading a conga line through the entire house.
by bizzt June 24, 2024
When a girl is leading you on and it’s working, you turn your ski mask forwards to imply your excited
by IsSyrupARock April 26, 2022
When you use the offramp of a freeway, then get right back on the on-ramp in the opposite direction.
by Hover501 December 11, 2024
Someone who starts out well when making draft picks but screws everything up when it comes to picking his backline, claiming width and time to be 'social constructs'.
by tiagoestv June 23, 2017
When a minority group asks for equal rights by placing themselves above what was above them instead of leveling out the playing field; i.e. ‘taking turns’ becoming the majority group.
Minorites won’t be taken seriously by others if they resort to turn-based equality because doing so tells them that they’re better than who they are (when in reality, they aren’t).
by Original Orangutans September 12, 2019
by chiaki is real, she is me April 20, 2024
by 6th hour geometry January 20, 2018