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Gribble flange

(grĭb′əl flănj)

n.

A Gribble flange is actually the device that causes electronic and mechanical devices to fail just a few weeks after warranty expires. Accurately tunable to suit different warranty periods. Perfected by Apple to require only a new improved OS every six months or so.

Formerly seen as a money grabbing device to benefit the manufacturer, now seen by Gen Y as no more than a friendly reminder that whatever the device is, it's about time we had a new one. In a different colour.
Ted: 'Where's your new iThingy?'

Bill: 'The Gribble Flange kicked in early - it's in the shop for repairs. Hope they forget to reset the timer chip.'
by KeithMyArthe March 3, 2014
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White Fanged

To purposefully force someone or something away for the overall benefit of said person or thing.
i loved her but if i hadn't "white fanged" her there would eventually be a double homicide, and she would be an orphan.
by Jakk Napier June 23, 2012
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Yiddish phrase that means "don't ask any questions".
Er iz a feygeleh. Freg nischt kehn fragges!
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Ampuis, France

Not much recognisable as Melber Kentucky. But the zip code of this French town is nice.
The zip code of Ampuis, France is 69420.
by mrgergos March 28, 2022
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francel

the bestest friend you’ll ever get to have. if u have a friend named francel treasure them cause they’re very precious !!

you’ll never get to find someone like them.
“hey i heard you have a friend named francel!”
yeah i do why?”
“i heard that they must be treasured at all times because they’re the best!! you’re so lucky to have them”
“i am very lucky indeed”
by luna solace. March 6, 2021
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Frances

by v.p.a.m September 24, 2015
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Frances

If it is a girl named Frances, she will be the hottest babe you will ever meet, always smiling, really pretty, knows how to make you laugh, personality is incredible, full of surprises, very caring, always loyal, will basically be the coolest girl you meet. Rumor is she is awesome in bed and a huge flirt. Most guys will be way lucky to meet her but won't realize it until she is gone. Typically made fun of for her name but little does everyone know she has many secrets and is a total goddess.

If it is a guy named Frances, you best respect this dude because he will most likely be your boss someday.
Wow! you lucky a-hole you dated Frances?!

Frances is a keeper!

I need to find myself a girl like Frances!!
by kitchencat July 26, 2009
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