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Lisan Al-Gaib

A Chakobsa term, the language of the Fremen people in Frank Herbert's Dune book series, that translates to "The Voice from the Outer World". The term refers to a visitor from another planet who would lead the Fremen to paradise, a prophecy implanted by the Bene Gesserit witches to control the Fremen. Paul Atreides / Paul Muad'Dib takes up the title in the first book in the series.
He knows our ways as if born to them, he must be the Lisan Al-Gaib!
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Lisan al Gaib 

Background: A phrase used in the movie "Dune: Part Two" meaning "Off-World Prophet" or "Messiah". It was chanted each time Paul Atreides had proven himself in his role as their savior.

Meaning: In pop culture, it is used to describe someone who is, in that moment, at their peak.
Person 1: "He made the Jump!"
Person 2: "Lisan al Gaib!"
Lisan al Gaib by averyace March 4, 2024

sans sheriff 

Lawless use of fonts or typography, with no regard to aesthetics or legibility
I'm putting this CV straight in the bin. Written totally sans sheriff.
sans sheriff by Jamarley July 3, 2019

Breadhead 

Someone who is addicted to obtaining money and building wealth. A money addict and fanatic. Breadheads often work more than one full-time job, and some even participate in illicit activities to "obtain the bread".
A breadhead is like a crackhead, but for money instead of crack.
Breadhead by 🅱️ U S 3 4 8 March 30, 2022

Stink lines

As seen in illustrations or cartoons: Wavy, vertical lines rising above a person, place or thing. Denotes a foul odor.
"You didn't put enough stink lines on your picture of the teacher."
Stink lines by Athene Airheart March 14, 2004

schmegegge 

Yiddish slang word meaning bullshit, baloney, hogwash, nonsense, crock of shit or hot air.
I don't buy the schmegegge about Morty sleeping with Moira.
His version of the story was pure schmegegge.
The whole schmegegge was made up to get Liz a little bit of attention.
schmegegge by budsbabe February 1, 2008