Noun. A representation made, usually in advertising, that sounds impressive, but is effectively meaningless.
Based on the claim that all toothpaste ads make, i.e. 70% more effective (than brushing without toothpaste).
Based on the claim that all toothpaste ads make, i.e. 70% more effective (than brushing without toothpaste).
They said I could save hundreds of dollars per year on my car insurance, but that was compared to someone who never shops around, and has had the same policy for 10 years. It's always cheaper to switch to any other insurance company after a couple of years, so it was a total toothpaste promise.
by Werdenschmidt February 08, 2021
the manifestation of fervent enthusiasm and elevated expectations within an individual or group, which, regrettably, culminates in a sense of disillusionment and letdown when the anticipated outcomes or promises fail to materialize as expected. This emotional journey from elevated hope to the deflation of expectations can leave those involved feeling disheartened, as the initial excitement fosters an optimistic outlook that ultimately remains unfulfilled.
by Trey515 July 19, 2023
I made a dicky promise.
by BamBam777 April 30, 2023
When you lay your dick across her stomach and shout or otherwise assertively state, "I will find your mouth."
by Sholomthra April 24, 2021
The person who makes the promise believes they can carry through with it but everyone else knows that they probably won't
by bonito kicker May 01, 2015
A promise between friends that can NEVER be broken and is more significant than swearing on your dead fish’s grave. Breaking a friend promise is breaking a friendship.
by 🤠😛🥳 February 18, 2019
Quoting someone a large time range for something to occur, even though it will probably happen much sooner.
I always have to tell my customers that they'll get an e-mail within 24-48 hours, even though they get it immediately.
Ah, a good ol' bureaucratic promise. You just know that one person didn't get that e-mail within 30 seconds and they were pissed; so now, you have to tell everyone they'll get it within 24-48 hours.
Ah, a good ol' bureaucratic promise. You just know that one person didn't get that e-mail within 30 seconds and they were pissed; so now, you have to tell everyone they'll get it within 24-48 hours.
by JerMead July 24, 2018