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Scientifically Proven Bias

A bias that treats the phrase “scientifically proven” as a magic incantation that settles all debate, regardless of the quality, applicability, or interpretation of the science invoked. Scientifically proven bias assumes that once something has been declared “scientifically proven” by a favored authority, it becomes immune to criticism, while anything not yet so labeled is inherently suspect. It ignores the provisional nature of science, the complexity of translating findings to policy, and the social processes that determine what counts as “proven.” It is scientism dressed as epistemic humility.
Example: “He cited a single study as ‘scientifically proven’ to end the discussion about vaccine policy. When she pointed out the study’s limitations, he said she was ‘denying science.’ Scientifically proven bias: using the label of proof to foreclose inquiry.”

100% Scientifically Proven 

100% of people fall for that

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