Numberative
(noun)
- A number stripped of context and weaponized into a narrative, usually for political or rhetorical effect.
- A number that pretends to be data but is actually just a prop for an agenda.
- “The senator’s claim that crime is up 200% was just a numberative — it went from 2 cases to 6.”
- “‘Many are saying’ is the ultimate numberative. No denominator, no data, just vibes.”
- “Don’t fall for their numberatives. Ask for the denominator.”
Nickname given to bales of marijuana thrown overboard or out of airplanes. Origin is reportedly from members of the US Coast Guard in the area of Southern Florida.
A sunburn or suntan focused on the left arm. It is caused by the left side of the body being the only half that gets exposed to sunlight while driving. Presumably, it would be located on the right side of the body in countries where they drive on the left side of the road.
I had a trucker's tan after driving for 10 straight hours on a sunny day.