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Time-Area of Effect (TAoE)

noun

When an event messes with your energy or mood before and after it actually happens.
Inspired by video game “area of effect” attacks, except this one hits across time instead of space.
Example:
If I have to go to work on Tuesday, I’m already tired on Monday and still exhausted on Wednesday.
That’s the time-area of effect (TAoE) of my job.

Usage:
“Bro, that meeting has such a huge TAoE, I can’t enjoy my weekend.”
“Vacations have a positive TAoE. The good vibes start before you even leave.”
by Aloumvrios October 14, 2025
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Bruggles Effect

The "Bruggles Effect" kicks in when a member of the band "The Bruggles" absolutely slays on stage, blowing everyone's minds with their killer performance and effortless charm. It leads to fans practically jumping on the band member after their performance, wanting to rip off their clothes to show their adoration and desire for connection, all thanks to the magnetic allure and rockstar vibes of the Bruggles.
Dude, did you see Paul after the Viennesse Ball? That guy really took advantage of the Bruggles effect.
by PaulDaMan April 30, 2024
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The New Coach Effect

The positive effect a new coach has on his football team, immediately following his appointment.
A football team appoint a new coach after a run of poor form where the previous coach has either been sacked or has resigned from his position.

The mere change of coach is enough to turn the teams fortunes around, instantly. This is known as the new coach effect.
by The A-League Show November 27, 2012
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The Graduation Effect

The phenomenon in which an old piece of media is constantly brought up in defense of a washed up artist, only for that old piece of media to be nothing special. Famous examples include statements such as: "But Kanye made Graduation" or: "But M. Night Shyamalan made The Sixth Sense."
Dude, that album wasn't that great. You're just falling for The Graduation Effect.
by Rotful_ February 15, 2025
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The Jill Effect

When you’re really drunk and/or high and any girl above a 5.8 becomes at least an 8.7
Drunk Bro: Dude that girl is so fucking hot.
Sober Bro: Nah man she’s like a 6, it’s just The Jill Effect.
Drunk Bro: Nah dude she bad asf
Sober Bro: I’m telling you dude she’s not that hot, you’re just drunk.
Drunk Bro: Damn u right…I think I need to go lay down.
by Yeeeeedawggggie July 31, 2022
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Caligula effect

This phenomenon refers to the heightened desire and attraction towards something that is prohibited or restricted. This phenomenon, also known as the Streisand Effect, is driven by the impulse to engage in forbidden actions, leading to increased interest and curiosity. For example, a ban on a movie can generate more interest than if the movie were widely available.
The Caligula effect was in full swing when the school banned that controversial book, making everyone want to read it even more.
by Emotional Cruiser September 21, 2025
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Jim Jones Effect

Just like Jim Jones, Donald Trump has the power to do anything legal or illegal and his supporters will continue to back him up regardless of any consequences they may face just to protect their leader.
Bro, Donald Trump has that damn Jim Jones Effect on your brother, dude he’s brainwashed.
by LABolTFactoR October 9, 2020
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