To save one from failure at the last minute. Malcolm Butler is known for intercepting a pass on the goal line from Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson, as the Seahawks were heading to score a game-winning touchdown near the end of Super Bowl XLIX.
The Seahawks were down 28-24 with 28 seconds left, one yard away from the end zone. Russell Wilson passes but is intercepted by Patriots cornerback Malcolm Butler, saving the Patriots from a late-game scare, giving them their fourth Super Bowl Championship.

Jim: I really need to bring up for my English grade before the exam
*gets a 98*
Jim: I just Malcolm Butler'd myself!
by jab31401 April 15, 2016
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(verb) 1. Getting dressed and ready for a big moment and getting turned down, dismissed or declined to take part in something.

2. To decline or remove out of foolish pride.
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1. I got dressed and ready for the big dance but got Malcolm Butlered at the entrance by the professor due to disciplinary actions.

2. We got dressed and ready for the big meeting but we got Malcolm Butlered by the client due to our differences.
by mycousingeorgie February 9, 2018
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