An ethnocentric phrase of African American origin meaning:
1.) Taking a specific endeavor seriously and putting forth an honest and prudent effort.
2.) A call for a common mindset and elevated standard of professionalism, honor and dedication to a cause or action.
3.) Exhibiting extreme courage and bravery in times of stress or overwhelming odds.
1.) Taking a specific endeavor seriously and putting forth an honest and prudent effort.
2.) A call for a common mindset and elevated standard of professionalism, honor and dedication to a cause or action.
3.) Exhibiting extreme courage and bravery in times of stress or overwhelming odds.
Examples:
1.) Our mid-terms are coming up soon, so you better be about it and study hard to pass.
2.) As a member of the National Association of Black Journalist, we are expected to be about it.
3.) Eventhough there have been threats of violence against our peace rally, be about it when we march.
1.) Our mid-terms are coming up soon, so you better be about it and study hard to pass.
2.) As a member of the National Association of Black Journalist, we are expected to be about it.
3.) Eventhough there have been threats of violence against our peace rally, be about it when we march.
by Q. Gip October 13, 2007
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This is a term relating to the large emo populace on newgrounds. It is usually meant insultingly when someone is complaining about something.
by Peter Deer September 10, 2006
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Similar to "cry about it," but applicable to more situations.
Similar to "cry about it," but applicable to more situations.
Gerardo: Oh man. Gas prices are so high I can barely afford to refill the lotion at my fap station.
You: Drink about it.
You: Drink about it.
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My girlfriend and I were fighting, then I spotted my bong. I said "Bitch, don't talk about it, bong about it."
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This often leads to people just saying “I’m fine” instead of expressing their true feelings.
This often leads to people just saying “I’m fine” instead of expressing their true feelings.
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Person 2: I don’t want to talk about it.
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Person 2: wtf.
Person 2: I don’t want to talk about it.
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Person 2: wtf.
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