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deadman's trigger

Most recently coined by the post-apocalpytic cybernetic dystopian future of the videogame series "Shadowrun". A deadman's trigger is essential a delayed automated message which can be sent via text or email after the initial user's death usually with urgency.You may have also seen a similar phenomenon in old cowboy movies. Today it is possible to send such text or messages through third party software or tech savy people.
Person 1: I just received a video message of my parents will through my "email"
Person 2: "Arn't they rock climbing in a remote area? Sounds like a "deadman's trigger."
Person 1:" Oh no they must have just died!"
by Capuchin for Hire February 11, 2024
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Pull The Trigger

To agree to a deal that you are negotiating.
Car salesman: Normally this car is $22,500, however, today only, I can knock $3000 off and offer it to you for $19,500.

Customer: Make it an even $19,000 and I'll pull the trigger.
by TommyNoleBuc February 20, 2025
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