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Silver Lining

The principle that every bad situation produces something good or teaches some lesson. It is derived from the fact that clouds, even though dark, often have bright silver edges where the sun reflects.
2020 was a terrible year, but the silver lining was I got to do school from the comfort of home, finally wasn't constantly busy, got to play lots and lots of video games, and learned to appreciate a normal world.
by Xxxxxxxxfanboyxxxxxxxxxx January 4, 2021
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fluorine silver

This is a periodic table joke that translates into "FAg" |Fluorine (F)|Silver (Ag)|
by God_Of_Griefers July 23, 2016
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every cloud has a silver lining

This phrase is used to encourage a person who is in a very bad situation to create hope.
"Don't worry Joey, every cloud has a silver lining, you'll definitely get past this."
by Frozen White March 28, 2016
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silver vixen

Female half of "Silver Fox"; a woman who greys or ages gracefully without any attempt to conceal her age, or her natural beauty. Think Stacy London from "What Not to Wear".
by JLMO December 15, 2013
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silver scrapes

When a "best of x" series reaches the maximum amount of games, it's called a silver scrapes game. Originated from the League of Legends song that plays when competitive games reached the Silver Scrapes point.
"Yo, did you watch that tournament?"
"Yeah! The semi finals went to Silver Scrapes, insane!"
by FigityAsparagus October 12, 2015
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silver nancy

When a male nuts on a womans hair (or man) then procedes to lather as if it were shampoo.
Harry gave me a silver nancy last night, and i still can't get it out of my hair. Who does he think he is, Paul Mitchell?
by Shabronk May 9, 2006
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silver spoon

To be spoiled. Have many luxuries without earning them on their own. Usually by one's parents.
"That kid has been fed with a silver spoon his whole life...his dad buys him a new car every year!"
by poor kid April 23, 2005
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