(noun)
A linguistic defense mechanism named after the 1992 crime thriller, Glengarry Glen Ross, referencing the sales method, "Always Be Closing." ABC Defense drafts a covert contract between the speaker and the listener to "be nice."
A. Affectation of Anxiety. Appear socially inept or weak to encourage others' sympathy.
B. Be Gentle. Tone police people who sound "too loud" or "too angry."
C. Covert Contract of Expectation. Assume, out loud, that the other person won't be "cruel."
A linguistic defense mechanism named after the 1992 crime thriller, Glengarry Glen Ross, referencing the sales method, "Always Be Closing." ABC Defense drafts a covert contract between the speaker and the listener to "be nice."
A. Affectation of Anxiety. Appear socially inept or weak to encourage others' sympathy.
B. Be Gentle. Tone police people who sound "too loud" or "too angry."
C. Covert Contract of Expectation. Assume, out loud, that the other person won't be "cruel."
In the 1965 film "Three Approaches to Psychotherapy," Gloria uses the ABC Defense when she says, "A) Right now I'm nervous but B) I feel more comfortable the way you're talking in a low voice and C) I don't feel like you'll be so harsh on me."
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Get the Ryley defense mug.In military terminology, this refers to a strategy used to flexibly absorb then repel the advance of attackers through carefully planned integrated fighting positions.
In modern slang terminology however, this is an over the top way to refer to a condom.
In modern slang terminology however, this is an over the top way to refer to a condom.
Definition 1: “We need to emplace mines and set up ambush positions in order to form an elastic defense at the valley entrance.”
Definition 2: “Babe I’m soooooo horny, I hope you brought your elastic defense!”
Definition 2: “Babe I’m soooooo horny, I hope you brought your elastic defense!”
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Get the Elastic Defense mug.When someone actively interrupts, blocks, or derails another person’s attempt to flirt, rizz, or joke their way into someone’s heart. Usually done in group settings or livestreams, this is the playful art of stopping your friend from “cooking.” You’re not protecting anyone from danger—you’re protecting them from success.
It’s like being a romantic goalie: your entire job is to stop their shot from landing.
It’s like being a romantic goalie: your entire job is to stop their shot from landing.
“I was trying to talk to her at the party, but Chris kept playing defense like I owed him rent.”
“Lacy always plays defense when Marlon starts rizzing—it’s like she trains for it.”
“Bro stop playing defense and let me cook.”
“Lacy always plays defense when Marlon starts rizzing—it’s like she trains for it.”
“Bro stop playing defense and let me cook.”
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Get the Playing Defense mug.A tactic used by people to make other look bad, claiming if they would still believe in their viewpoint if Adolf Hitler was involved. Either they back out of their arguement, or they side with Hitler. An instant-win card for assholes who can't make a counterargument.
Person 1: I believe everyone should have a second chance.
Person 2: Oh really, so Hitler should get a second chance as well?
Person 1: Ah, The Hitler Defense... I'm not gonna waste my time with you.
Person 2: Oh really, so Hitler should get a second chance as well?
Person 1: Ah, The Hitler Defense... I'm not gonna waste my time with you.
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