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speak potable

The term "speak potable" originates from the Italian peninsula; it is a coined expression to convey the need for a more fluid and understandable conversation, akin to potable water. If someone "speaks potable," it means they are proficient in expressing themselves well in the language.
Example 1:

Rizu: "I'm preparing a presentation for tomorrow's meeting."
Slend: "Make sure to speak potable; we need to be clear with all the details."

Example 2:

Slend: "I overheard their discussion, but they didn't seem to speak potable at all."
Rizu: "It's important to communicate clearly, especially in important conversations."
by Slurpish December 20, 2023
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Drankly speaking

Used to preface a statement said while incredibly drunk. Being frank with the aid of drank. May be shortened to just "Drankly".
"Drankly speaking, most of you are just barely tolerable at this BAC."
by twistedechoes July 23, 2015
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Starbby-speak

Nonsensical terms created by Starbucks for branding purposes; often words misappropriated from other languages. E.g., Grande/Tall/Venti, Chai Latte, Vivanno, Hand-crafted Beverage, Latte; barista
Someone held up the line by refusing to use Starbby-speak; she confused the barista by ordering a "small" coffee.
by Tigrotina July 20, 2009
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bitch-speaking

When a feminist blames a male of 'mansplaining' or 'manspreading' or any similar words, only to be shot down with a counter argument that leaves her first point invalid.
Tyler: ya watch the news last night?
Dan: Yeah, that feminist was bitch-speaking for no reason
by Slender_Man👹 May 15, 2018
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Pota-Speak

To logically jump from conclusions; To look for the purest form of blackmail whether it be through messages, actions, or images.
Exhibit A
Person 1: "Yo dude, I just got this new guitar!" *proceeds to send image of guitar with 2 pixels of a foot
Person 2: "I see your foot. Why are you sending me feet pics? Saved as blackmail."
Person 1: "All I hear is some pota-speak right now."
Exhibit B
Person 1: "Not gonna lie I think I might vote for Donald Trump."
Person 2: "So you're a racist, sexist, homophobe, and a transphobe?"
Person 1: "What? dude that's Pota-Speak?"
by nourdasu December 2, 2024
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rainbow speak

by Mavericknineties May 16, 2018
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