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Used when something is arguable but you can’t be bothered to argue it.
Thought to stem from if someone says something controversial at 3 minutes to 5 but due to wanting to leave work soon, you don’t bother arguing it.
Often used in situations where “agree to disagree” could be used
“I think John Bridge should have won the X-Factor instead of Brian Hamilton.”
“Well, 3 to 5.”
3 to 5 by TheCryingPanda May 23, 2020
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3 to 5 Business days 

That's how long it takes for your friend to respond
"Jane usually responds within 3 to 5 Business days but it could be even later in certain circumstances"
3 to 5 Business days by Dev1325 August 7, 2023

5 To 3 Scale 

A scale used to amaze and confuse stoners and otherwise slow people.
Person 1: Dude, on a 5 to 3 scale, how high are you right now?

Person 2: .....WHAT?!
5 To 3 Scale by 5to3 July 24, 2011
Word of the Day on January 5, 2013

Took 3–5 to the Tropics

A satirical, symbolic phrase meaning someone “passed away,” but with the deeper cultural twist that they didn’t really die — they “took $35,000 to the tropics” and are living peacefully in paradise.

The “3–5” represents $35,000, the amount of money believed to be enough to disappear and live comfortably in Cuba or another tropical place, inspired by fan theories about artists like Tupac not being dead but is currently living comfortably in Cuba.

A term of endearment meant to signify that your loved one isn't gone, but that they live comfortably in paradise and forever in your heart.
Bro, what happened to ya boy?... Oh, Fam Took 3-5 to the Tropics...

Took 3–5 to the Tropics

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