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Daniel Penny Effect

The phenomenon observed where bystanders will ignore, film or otherwise not get involved in an emergency or life threatening situation involving innocent people out of fear of legal prosecution or physical harm.

First referenced by news outlets in the aftermath of a woman on a NYC subway getting burned alive by an illegal migrant.
"Invoking fears of legal backlash, the Daniel Penny Effect loomed large as bystanders watched helplessly during a horrifying Brooklyn subway attack where a woman was set on fire."
by average_daffy_duck December 26, 2024
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damn daniel

A phrase used by a guy showing off his friend on Snapchat. It's used if you want to imply that someone is looking good. Or if they're wearing white Vans.
*A handsome Daniel appears*
Damn Daniel!
by ForgetTea September 5, 2016
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Daniel

You know that nigga Daniel”
“Yeah that nigga gets no bitches
by H8nwords June 28, 2022
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Daniel

Daniel is a monkey who loves petrol and centrelink
Daniel is a monkey
by Danielisamonkey November 22, 2021
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daniel crockett

by Kingdc39 November 19, 2013
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Daniel

Often used to describe a queer person
by Pussyblonx May 17, 2022
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The Daniels

A mixed drink. 3 parts Dr. Pepper, 1 part whole milk, one shot of rum.
Yo, that new bar downtown just opened up, I ordered the Daniels and it's amazing!
by Jack Daniel's Left Nut July 3, 2021
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