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Blizzard Effect

The Blizzard Effect is a term coined to describe a psychological phenomenon characterized by a manipulative tactic employed by individuals or organizations to substitute an originally promised action with a significantly less appealing alternative over time. This behavior often results in feelings of frustration as it diminishes the initial anticipation and excitement generated by the initial promise, thereby disappointing individuals or groups. The Blizzard Effect is often observed when present events fail to live up to the expectations set by past experiences or assurances due to the poor decision-makings.
Blizzard relaunched a package that had garnered significant attention years ago, generating immense excitement among the community. However, succumbing to the Blizzard Effect, the company introduced a pay-to-win mechanic, allowing players to gain certain in-game advantages by spending real money. This shift undermined the originally challenging environment of the game, leaving players feeling disillusioned and frustrated.

The company introduced a highly appealing product to the market, capturing the interest of customers with its attractive features and affordable price. However, employing the Blizzard Effect, the company later imposed additional fees for accessing the product's most exciting features. This unexpected change left customers feeling deceived and disappointed, as they were not informed of these hidden costs initially.
by Unkindled May 24, 2023
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Blizzard Of Oz

when you have explosive diarrhea that comes out like a blizzard
"Damn Daniel, you shat like the Blizzard of Oz"
by anonymous December 13, 2022
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blind blizzard

When one's scalp is incredibly itchy, despite having used Head and Shoulders shampoo and having no dandruff. Usually used in recounting awkward stories.
Man, I had a bad case of blind blizzard during that last meeting.
by aca_tea January 7, 2016
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Blizzard Slap

A blizzard slap is when a man takes his spent condom off and ties the end of it like a balloon. He then precedes to slap his partner in the face with it until the semen breaks out like a blizzard on her face.
After railing his girlfriend Peter North blizzard slapped her till she cried.
by Steeldriver August 1, 2008
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blizzard booty

sex obtained during the high snow accumulation particularly in the mid-western and northwestern regions and once in Atlanta, GA. Blizzard Booty also results in babies born in September and October.
There was a lot of blizzard booty going on during the Polar Vortex of 2014
by ButtaFlyy January 30, 2014
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Fecal blizzard

When things just really really suck and your having a crappy time.

When you sit down to shit and your crap comes out faster than you can control, and you spray poop all over like a fine mist.
Dan's world seemed to be one big Fecal blizzard.

I drank a fifth of gin, and ate at Taco Bell today. Tonight the forecast calls for one huge Fecal blizzard.
by Aqua lung October 7, 2013
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blizzard

an ugly person
a "cold" blizzard is a very, very, unattractive person
That girl is a blizzard. She is ugly!!.
by Ms. Rita Skeeta79 January 19, 2008
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