Grumman LLV

The Grumman LLV (long life vehicle) is a compact, right-hand-drive mail truck designed specifically for the United States Postal Service (USPS) and introduced in 1986. Built by Grumman using a General Motors chassis based on the Chevrolet S-10, the LLV features an aluminum body and a 2.5-liter inline-four engine. Its design prioritizes functionality, offering a tight turning radius and a low-geared, three-speed transmission suitable for frequent stops and curbside mail delivery. Despite its utilitarian design, the LLV has become an iconic symbol of the USPS, known for its durability and distinctive appearance. The vehicle's longevity is a testament to its design, with many still in service today, even as the USPS plans to replace them with newer models.

Waiting for a letter from my pen pal in Brazil, I stood at the mailbox for 2 and a half hours as i was exited to get a response from him. Then an old slightly beaten up Grumman LLV appears from the corner, it’s brakes screech as the vehicle came to a full stop. the driver an old white guy in his late 70’s open the door of the LLV and said “are you Mandy McAdams”. I said “yes that’s me” then he hands me my letter and then I opened the letter excitedly to see what my pen pal said.

Grumman LLV by EMD F59PHI April 29, 2025

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prickup

slip of the tongue perhaps,
Those idiots who drive around in a ridiculously raised pick up truck, making a top heavy vehicle even more top heavy and unstable

A:*gah*
B: "Whats the matter"
A: This dam prickup is blinding me.
B: Stupid thing's, as if there lights weren't blinding enough as it is.

prickup by lunasea September 28, 2009

Word of the Day on June 23, 2026

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Serial Monogamist

Someone who jumps from one relationship immediately into another one.

Serial monogamists can not stand to be alone and often suffer from vast commitment and insecurity issues.

Because they jump into relationships immediately after the previous one has ended, serial monogamists typically don't take the time to reflect on their behavior or why their previous relationships failed; thus, they end up making the same relationship mistakes over and over again.

Person 1: Damn, Dustin already has a new girlfriend?! It's only been two weeks since he broke up with his fiance! I think he's a sociopath.

Person 2: No, he's a serial monogamist...

Serial Monogamist by Goody2Shuze March 6, 2016

Word of the Day on June 22, 2026

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liquid lunch

A lunchbreak comprised entirely of alcoholic beverages, and no food.

"With all the lay-offs that morning, it was rough. I hit the bar around the corner for a liquid lunch mid-day."

liquid lunch by Alexandra July 27, 2004

Word of the Day on June 21, 2026

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dunzo

Dunzo, a slang word for done/finshed. Made famous by the Laguna Beach cast.

This car is so dunzo. (Kristin's car breaks down.)

dunzo by Joey Pellet December 8, 2004

Word of the Day on June 20, 2026

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ankle biter

Someone or something that bites your ankles.
To a postman, an ankle biter is often known as a dog.
To an adult, an ankle biter may be a toddler.
To hikers, an ankle biter is sometimes a tick.
And so on.

"Dang ankle biter took off my whole leg!!"

ankle biter by the sane maniac February 2, 2004

Word of the Day on June 19, 2026

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Male Pattern Blindness

When a man will search for hours to find something that is laying out in the open on a table. Items are often easily found by a women.

Man: "I have been searching for hours for keys."
Woman: "You mean the ones sitting there on the coffee table?"
Man: "Where?"
Woman: "Right there in the middle of that table."
Man: "oh, must have been Male Pattern Blindness"

Male Pattern Blindness by diablo581 February 10, 2008

Word of the Day on June 18, 2026

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