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hakuna mbadala 

(ha koo NAH — bah DAH lah)
Translation from Kiswahili to English: "There is no alternative."

Common usage is found among those aligned with or sympathetic to the LiFE™ Mission of ABiA Nation. It is mostly a stoically serious and sacred admonition, reminder, and encouragement to remember that the cost of freedom and LiVeration can be steep, yet the reward is priceless! Meanwhile, the failure to proceed and succeed is grave and often terminally dire.

It can often be heard uttered at the end of any order or assignment issued that is inherently dangerous and commonly thought of as unlikely, if not impossible to achieve.

It is, however, often used just as enthusiastically at celebrations of remembrance, victory, conquest, and achievement. In this use case, it is usually performed and heard as a rhythmic chant/incantation and/or call & response. The impromptu performance may be accompanied by strong dance and inspired, organically coordinated, sometimes syncopated chest slapping/thumping with the hand and/or fist until it becomes music and song. It is an often imitated style that is unique to the ABiAN Peoples.

The full embodiment of the sentiment of the Israeli Jewish peoples captured in their legendary "En Brera," is inculcated and alive within the understanding of "hakuna mbadala." There is no alternative.
"It is better that we should die on our feet rather than live on our knees. hakuna mbadala."
"Shut up and build IT! hakuna mbadala."
"Always remember. Never forget. Never again. hakuna mbadala."
hakuna mbadala by ABiAN March 8, 2023
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The all in one excuse, whine, and expression of disgust from a top notch slacker. The moan of an extremely lazy person when confronted with a request to do work.
I asked Nick to help me clean up the mess he made. All I heard him say was, "Come on, maaaaaan, I gotta go do something right now."
maaaaaan by Sick MikeyG October 9, 2020
Mbabazi is the type of girl to make you blush by her absolute cuteness, and laugh with her awesome personality. She’s a bit strange but then again who isn’t? Mbabazi’s Flake of strangeness makes her a beautiful snack that would taste delicious when you get a bite. She’s intelligent and amazing who makes a great girlfriend, or friend! Very pretty and attractive, she’s currently single and a little young. Anyone willing to date her hit me up I gotchu! ;)
Mbabazi is amazing!
Mbabazi by Jaseica June 12, 2018

määär 

A swedish term for more, but with letter ä insted of e it's meaning is that you want to smoking more weed, the previous amount weed smoked is irrevelant. often followed by several shouts saying määär.
-Daamn, i'm wasted
-I WANT määär!!
-MÄÄÄ!!!
määär by kadish October 22, 2011

Ishi maaa 

The best-est buddy you can get in form of a mother. She cares like no one can ever can but always fails to express it, just how a mother would do. Talking to her gives you sukoon. The bond with her is sure too special and you simply cant let her go inspite the fact she's mad at you. She is a fighther and can face any problems with ease. A person who defines friendship in best way possible. Yes, that's my ishi maa. #AHIM
Ishi maaa by Maba codes March 23, 2017
That bitch is maaad crazy, yo!
Holy shit, you got maaad skillz, brah!
maaad by D-Ray-Thompson April 8, 2009
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