by baddokey August 13, 2018
Take Culture: (noun) 1. A socio-economic mentality prevalent in some lower-income communities, characterized by the exploitation and appropriation of resources through manipulation, intimidation, and disregard for laws or social norms. This behaviour is often learned and perpetuated within families and social circles, creating a sense of normalized deviance. 2. A subculture driven by the cynical belief that societal systems are rigged against them, leading to a distrust of authority and a justification for prioritizing resource acquisition at the expense of others. This can manifest in acts like shoplifting, welfare fraud, and even violent crime. 3. A significant contributor to societal tension and distrust, particularly between lower-income and higher-income groups. The perception of "takers" exploiting "makers" fuels resentment and fuels social division.
Key characteristics:
- While not exclusive, "take culture" is often concentrated in communities with limited opportunities and resources, creating a cycle of deprivation and justifying harmful behaviour.
- Children raised in environments where "taking" is normalised are more likely to adopt these behaviours, perpetuating the cycle.
- Individuals within "take culture" often view welfare and legal frameworks as exploitative, further legitimising their actions in their own minds.
- Beyond direct acts of "taking," this mentality can erode social cohesion, hamper economic growth, and create a climate of fear and distrust.
Key characteristics:
- While not exclusive, "take culture" is often concentrated in communities with limited opportunities and resources, creating a cycle of deprivation and justifying harmful behaviour.
- Children raised in environments where "taking" is normalised are more likely to adopt these behaviours, perpetuating the cycle.
- Individuals within "take culture" often view welfare and legal frameworks as exploitative, further legitimising their actions in their own minds.
- Beyond direct acts of "taking," this mentality can erode social cohesion, hamper economic growth, and create a climate of fear and distrust.
"The rise of 'take culture' in the neighbourhood meant shoplifting and petty theft became almost routine, leaving shopkeepers feeling helpless and the community on edge."
"Growing up in a gang-infested area, Miguel saw 'take culture' everywhere: bullying, graffiti, and theft viewed as normal ways to get ahead. Breaking free from that mindset was his biggest challenge."
"Growing up in a gang-infested area, Miguel saw 'take culture' everywhere: bullying, graffiti, and theft viewed as normal ways to get ahead. Breaking free from that mindset was his biggest challenge."
by UnderwaterFlying December 28, 2023
We gon't take it to the kneck
by safety kev October 17, 2020
The antithesis of a hot take. A Lott Take eschews any meaningful insight instead providing only obvious observations. E.g. "We didn't win the game because the offense didn't score enough points and the defense allowed too many points."
by Monkey Boiz November 12, 2022
Where you don't physically/emotionally feel up to insipidly wading through an entire 0%!$&@# textbook-article prior to taking the post-test, and so you simply take the test "first" instead of "last", skimming the book to locate just the answer to each question as you read it off from the test-sheet.
I was always a low-stamina student with short attention-span and poor concentration, so I always had to perform just the reverse test-taking method to pass my exams.
by QuacksO October 06, 2018
An ominous text you get from someone: could be talking about murder, could be talking about fast food.
by asdfghjkl0345 May 28, 2019
to have sex
“what do you wanna do tonight, brain?”
“the same thing we do every night pinky, try to take over the world!”
this is Taking over the world
“the same thing we do every night pinky, try to take over the world!”
this is Taking over the world
by bussyfart1000 November 07, 2021