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kuring effect 

The Kuring Effect is a phenomenon that refers to the practice of reducing energy consumption by lowering the brightness of electronic displays, such as computer monitors, smartphones, and televisions. This method has become increasingly popular in recent years as people become more conscious of their environmental impact and energy usage.

While the Kuring Effect has proven to be an effective way to save energy and reduce electricity bills, it does come with a downside. People who try to view the display while the brightness is lowered may find it too dark to see anything. This can cause frustration and annoyance, leading some individuals to become angry or upset.

Despite its limitations, the Kuring Effect remains a valuable tool for individuals and organizations seeking to reduce their energy consumption and promote sustainability. As technology continues to advance and new ways of conserving energy are developed, it is likely that the Kuring Effect will play an increasingly important role in helping to create a more sustainable future.
"Using the Kuring Effect has helped me reduce my energy bills and feel better about my environmental impact, but it can be frustrating when other people can't see what's on my screen."

"I appreciate the Kuring Effect as a way to save energy, but I wish there was a way to quickly adjust the brightness when someone else needs to use my device."

"The Kuring Effect has been a game-changer for me in terms of reducing eye strain and saving battery life on my phone, although I have had some issues with it being too dim in certain lighting conditions."

"Oh, fantastic, yet another person using the Kuring Effect to save the planet while simultaneously blinding everyone in the room. Thanks for that, really appreciate it. I mean, who needs to see what's on their screen anyway, right? Let's just all squint and strain our eyes while we try to make out what's going on. Brilliant."

kurking sack 

to be really messed up on a mind altering chemical
See how blood shot his eyes were? That dude was kurking sack
kurking sack by gordizzle14 December 6, 2013
Verb: The act of walking around without footwear, especially when outdoors or in public. Going barefoot.
It is painful to be kurting on a hot day.

"Did you lose your shoes?" "Nah, I'm just kurting it."
kurting by Jon Wittershins May 28, 2020
Act of entering in a function or event where you are not invited
Or
Kummanafy (verb) - Sit in places you're not supposed to / not invited to.
Eg. Aren't you ashamed to Kummanafy or kumming the driver's seat? 😂
kumming by KillerBOY RJ June 19, 2017

kurking out 

to lose control of ones emotions and focus them violently outwards
Damn man, look out! that guy is kurking out and is lible to cut you!
kurking out by Anonymous March 24, 2003
The act of looking at someone's knees constantly in an FPS game
This man is korming right now LMAO he's so bad.
Korming by MFUSUCKLMFAO January 6, 2021
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countrypolitan 

Term used to describe someone who is a mix of both rural (country) and urban (metropolitan) lifestyles/upbringings. He/she is typically equally comfortable in both settings and is able to seamlessly slip back and forth between the two, appreciating the characteristics of each.
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She brought home alot of stuff and took it to the bathroom. She must be taking a witch bath.
Witch Bath by carnieboy30 October 26, 2020
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kinktober 

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That chick doesn't write often but when she does, its for Kinktober.
kinktober by Kinkiest July 12, 2018
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proper lad 

a lad that is such a lad that he is a proper lad
person1:did you see bob
person2: ya he was a proper lad
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