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Pretextator

An unknown or unproven writer who takes control of a beloved, established intellectual property (IP) merely as a "pretext" or mask to tell their own completely unrelated story. Driven by arrogance, a pretextator believes their personal vision is superior to the original masterpiece, using the franchise's famous name solely to guarantee a budget and an audience they could never get on their own.
Fan A: "The characters in this new sci-fi sequel don't act anything like they did in the original movies. It feels like a completely different show."Fan B: "That's because the studio hired a pretextator. They just slapped the franchise name on their own random script to force people to watch it."
Pretextator by Grimise June 24, 2026
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Pretentatarian 

One who is overly self-righteous about their dietary lifestyle. Who in any given situation will make you feel very guilty for your own choices.
Jane: "oh you are eating another hamburger? Wow, that's like your third this week."
John: "And?"
Jane: "I just wish you would be more healthy, you know like me. That way you won't die an early death."
John: "you are such a Pretentatarian..."
Pretentatarian by PittySwag June 15, 2014
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A presenter who is also a bit of a potato
The presentation was okay, but the guy delivering it was a bit of a presentator
Presentator by BlobRainbow February 14, 2025
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Person 2:......
Person 3: O no u got aired!
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