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Gaslighting

The act of going out of one's way to do a simple task, in an overly convoluted way.
The word is said to have originated when the invention of a Gas powered lantern came to be, When in the times, candles were the norm. A person decorating their home with Gas-Lighting, was thought of as deranged, or overly picky.
"Why would you be gaslighting when you could be candlelighting? Such a waste of effort" -Abraham Lincoln. 1998
by Montgomery's Burner August 11, 2022
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Its literally not real your just crazy.
stop gaslighting me!” “Are you insane?”
by hesliterallyme69 October 15, 2022
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Gaslighting

When Felicia be acting crazy and tries to convince Larry he is crazy.
(Larry) Babe, let's watch this movie. (Felicia) ok. (After movie Larry) That was a good movie. (After movie Felicia) It was really good. I am glad I suggested it. This is being defines as gaslighting.
by Laren Unbell April 4, 2024
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Gaslighting

Trying to turn the truth into a lie right in front of your face
Gaslighting: That light ain't green it's a tinted blue
by Candyrayne527 December 4, 2022
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