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shoot the messenger

To get angry at a person who delivers bad news.
Usually, the person delivering the news has no idea about what is going on.
An example of "shoot the messenger"
Bob: Sorry, but I think you wet your pants.
Jim: No I didn't you freaking **** (proceeds to get angry at Bob).
by Chesswave September 10, 2007
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shoot the pier

(Surfing term): to maneuver one's surfboard in such a manner as to attempt to pass with safety between the supporting pilings of a pier; either "head on", meaning to pass directly under the entire pier from its oceanside terminus to the beach; or "side on", meaning to pass from one side of the pier to the other at an angle oblique to the shoreline prior to reaching the beach.
"Gary said he was going to try and shoot the pier on his longboard, but we talked him out of it."
by Speedog February 1, 2010
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Shoot the hippo

I was giving it to this big girl real hard then I decided to pull out and shoot the hippo. Her face was plastered
by Gtoaster July 28, 2019
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shoot a text

Matt: Have you heard from Uncle T today?
Big Chris: Nah, you might wanna shoot a text to him.
Matt: K, thanks butty!
by coalcase1 October 27, 2009
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Shooter

A type of spirit with high alcohol content, typically 70+ proof (35%+ alcohol by volume), which is drank in "shots", typically 1-1.5 ounces.
I don't feel like beer tonight, get some shooters instead.
by Ogre December 10, 2004
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Shooting the Boogeyman

To avoid embarrassment in anticipation of premature ejaculation; pull your girl to the foot of the bed, kneel on the floor to perform oral sex while simultaneously AND secretly blowing your load under the bed. Continue oral until erection returns then resume intercourse and perform like a champ.
It was Lou's first time with Susie. He was in the midst of drilling when he felt like he was going to nut too soon. He knew Shooting the Boogeyman was his only way to get a second date.
by CL Quick Fart March 5, 2011
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