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social distancing

the distance required to render your other party's Second Life avatar inside your augmented reality glasses.
"Please excuse me. I didn't realise you were an eight foot tall fairy elf princess because I wasn't practicing the proper social distancing."
by pseudoraphael May 23, 2020
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Social Stoning

An updated version of the medieval practice of publicly throwing stones at people in town squares. Using Social Media to chastise, insult, and punish for alleged acts, comments, or political affiliations that don’t align with the Social Media user.
Social Stoning occurs when frustrated with ones political position, then socially stoned the individual on twitter and facebook to taunt then for not having similar views.
by DonnyKidd October 9, 2019
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Socialism

Socialism is based
by Pr0b0ssy May 18, 2021
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Social Commandeering

(Civilian) Social Commandeering (AKA Social Hijacking)

A phenomenon where individuals, under the guise of social righteousness, attempt to seize control of someone's work, career, or reputation. These groups believe their moral or social agendas should take precedence and use social pressure to enforce this belief. On the internet, they often target artists, podcasters, or other creators, demanding that they endorse specific agendas or censor certain content. This practice forces creators to speak with a voice other than their own, undermining their original goals and leading to severe repercussions, such as public shaming or career damage, if resisted. This can be seen as a form of reverse 'Virtue Signaling,' where the pressure to conform is imposed externally rather than expressed personally.
"After releasing a new virtual art exhibition, the host faced Social Commandeering when a vocal group demanded the removal of an artist they found controversial." "Wow, even here people are so risk averse!"
by Cygnostik May 27, 2024
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social selfie

( abbreviated soc-fie): a selfie specifically taken in order to be posted as the main picture on one's social media account like Facebook
I don'tc are whether my social selfie is broccoli-art or if it passed your picture test
by Sexydimma May 24, 2016
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Social Democracy

ˈsō-shəl ˌdeməˈkrasē

A political system that balances capitalism with a strong commitment to social justice and welfare. It aims to regulate the market economy to prevent exploitation, reduce inequality, and guarantee fundamental rights like universal healthcare, education, and workers' protections. It believes democracy isn't just about voting but also about ensuring everyone has the real means to participate in society. Social Democracy tries to create a fairer society without dismantling capitalism entirely, promoting gradual reform over revolution.

You're a threat to everyone tho.
Journalist: Are you a Communist?

Olof Palme: No, I am a Social Democrat.

Journalist: Are you a Socialist?

Olof Palme: Again, I am a Social Democrat.

Journalist: Soo, a Capitalist?

Olof Palme: Dumbass, I am apart of Social Democracy, I am in a Social Democratic party, and that means I am a Social Democrat.
by Bobert Bob Boberson August 10, 2025
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