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Shootin for the Sudan

def. A euphemism used to explain to someone that the task they wish to accomplish is substantially more difficult than they had originally thought.

Origin: In the popular movie "White Men Can't Jump," Billy Hoyle (Woody Harrelson) has squandored his earnings from basketball hustling, and needs a favor from a security guard friend (Zeke, played by Kevin Benton) of his hustling partner Sydney Deane (Wesley Snipes). Zeke can help Billy's girlfriend Gloria (Rosie Perez) to get onto Jeopardy, but he isn't going to make it easy for Billy, who has to make a basket in order to get the favor. As Billy lines up to shoot on the court, Zeke points to the backboard painted to represent the flag of an African country and says,

"No, no, no, no, Billy boy, this is Ghana. You my friend, are shooting for the Sudan" as he points to the backboard at the opposite end of the court.

"And a hook shot."
Man1: "And then, I'll drop off Christine at 9pm, go home, change cars, and pick up Kelly at 9:30 to go to the club! I won't even get out of the car, Christine'll never know!"

Man2: "That's never going to work, they're ROOMMATES, man. You're shootin' for the Sudan."
by nutman January 21, 2005
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Susana

Susana, an innocent girl. She's jocular and gorgeous, but has hairy arms. Despite having hairy arms, she has a sexy body. Any boy who tries to ask her out usually fails. Susana tends to be that picky, but once she falls in love with you, then you are definitely in for a treat. She takes care of u. If ur expecting a short, only-sex relationship, then shes not for you. Also, shes mine so shes unavailable :P
A boy : I love you
Susana :
by Suzisdaddy May 23, 2020
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sugano

A really weird religion teacher that needs fashion help badly. She has too much love for Jesus, and thinks only her ideas are right. She wakes up at 4 A.M. every morning to pray Scripture. She thinks eyeliner goes BELOW her bottom eyelid, and not on it. She wears purple mascara with yellow eyeshadow.

That should tell you something.
Example:
Sugano: Jesus is all good, bow down to him children.
Kid: What a wack.
Sugano: God forgives you child. *does a "holy water blessing" on kid's soul*
Kid: That water you poured onto me smells like pee.
Sugano: BUT IT IS GOD'S PEE!
by whitesoxgirl23 March 25, 2008
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Susantha

This guy is one of the most amazing, smart, and funny person you are bound to meet. He is always there for you, even if it means moving to a different province to work and provide for his family. He will always support you, and he will even laugh to your not so funny jokes.
Susantha is so supportive, he just made my day.
by Susantha April 22, 2018
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sugandha

She’s quite the sugandha.
by Bababahabbusshs October 3, 2019
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Sesan

Very romantic . .. knows how to get any lady he wants smart play boy
He went sesan in that girl
by Fellowgirl February 4, 2020
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Susana

Susana is a girl, who can be either happy or sad. She loves Cats and loves nature and infact she finds a lot of friends. If your name is Susana like me “I love you” but you’re rare just like me and everyone else! :D
She is a girl named Susana and loves nature,cats and friends!
by Ssusan11 November 19, 2018
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