by KatieFlaherty June 13, 2017

In the English Navy grog was 1/4 rum and 3/4 water. When the sailors would bring in the main sails, it was such a tough job that they would be rewarded with a 'double' which was 1/2 rum and 1/2 water. This is now a way to say 'have a double.'
by John Vino December 23, 2011

by yourdddddd April 15, 2017

a timeless phrase, used with great versatility. you can say this at pretty much any time or situation but definately works best when said during one of those long awkward pauses in a conversation.
sometimes shortened to simply "dental plan..." let open to completion by others present, or simply left abbreviated.
taken from the famous "union" episode of the simpsons, this is what homer repeats to himself over and over again whilst trying to decide whether to pursue a dental plan program for workers of the nuclear plant or to give up this right for a free keg of beer. hrmmm....
... dental plan, lisa needs braces
sometimes shortened to simply "dental plan..." let open to completion by others present, or simply left abbreviated.
taken from the famous "union" episode of the simpsons, this is what homer repeats to himself over and over again whilst trying to decide whether to pursue a dental plan program for workers of the nuclear plant or to give up this right for a free keg of beer. hrmmm....
... dental plan, lisa needs braces
some guy: "and that's when i realized that my glasses were on my *head* the whole time!"
dudes: " .... "
me: "... dental plan, lisa needs braces"
dudes: " .... "
me: "... dental plan, lisa needs braces"
by Olly J July 8, 2005

Nonsensical chant derived from an episode of the simpsons. Great to use at TGI Fridays on monday night football.
by Getz December 23, 2003

It is said when one has taken a large burden off their shoulders, such as completing coursework, having sex, or having their braces taken off.
by Partisan Passers-By Proxy July 25, 2016

The position assumed by passengers of an aircraft in danger of an imminent collision or emergency landing as announced over the cabin’s public announcement system - occasionally adopted during a particularly disquieting visit to the toilet to dispatch a no.2 when someone is required to bow their head and grip something nearby or put one or both hands up against the wall.
Oh man, that curry really carved my guts up, last night. I had to assume the brace position just now.
by Stivchik June 9, 2018
