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How to make NFT bros cry
NFT Bro: you like this? Cost me 2.2 ethereum.
Smart person: right-click-saves Really? I got it for free.
by wooooooooods February 17, 2022
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Post-click dissonance

Post-click dissonance (PCD) refers to the emotional discomfort or cognitive dissonance that an individual experiences after taking an action that conflicts with their beliefs or values. In the context of online security, PCD can occur when a user clicks on a phishing attack or other malicious link, and then realizes that they have made a mistake.

Phishing attacks are a type of social engineering attack in which an attacker sends an email or message that appears to be from a legitimate source, such as a bank or social media platform, in order to trick the recipient into revealing sensitive information or downloading malware. When a user falls for a phishing attack, they may experience PCD as they recognize that they have violated their own security protocols and put themselves and their data at risk.

PCD can be an important factor in the success of phishing attacks. Attackers often use tactics such as urgency or fear to pressure users into clicking on a malicious link before they have time to think critically about the request. However, once the user realizes that they have been duped, they may be less likely to fall for similar attacks in the future. Additionally, if users are educated about the risks of phishing attacks and the importance of verifying the authenticity of messages before taking action, they may be able to avoid PCD altogether.
Chin felt a wave of post-click dissonance wash over him as he realized he had fallen for a phishing email and inadvertently given away sensitive information about his company, Lime Oasis Technology. He knew that he had violated his own security protocols and put his business at risk.
by ca127316 March 7, 2023
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Veni Vidi Clicki

Veni Vidi Clicki is the tech era's "I came I saw I conquered," as attributed to Julius Caesar.
The anonymous poster signed off on all his quips with a "Veni Vidi Clicki."
by ka the wordsmythe August 26, 2016
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houston heel clicker

A sex position where a woman sits on top wearing only cowboy boots and at climax she leans back, positions feet near the ears, and stomps the mans head as though she’s clicking her heels.
Nice boots, how bout we try the Houston heel clicker?
by Dick nose boner biscuit October 17, 2017
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clicking around

The act of online cruising or looking for sex online. Comes from "tricking' and the click of a mouse on a computer. Hence "Clicking"
I stayed up all night Clicking around but got no luck.
by Vivitron228 December 9, 2008
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click clack fuck that

an expression used when you don't give a fuck about the issue at all.
"Hey don't you have to work tomorrow? You shouldn't drink so much." "Man, click clack fuck that! I'm cool!
by skatcat September 28, 2008
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clickbate

Masturbating to a metronome for an even rhythm
My wanking coordination is so rickety that I can't dollop unless I clickbate.
by Vevralavoo November 15, 2019
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