Tantalus
Tantalus by NutterButter November 19, 2007
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Tantalus Syndrome
Tantalus Syndrome by YT_Rezonate December 19, 2018
Tantalus curse
From Tantalus, the Greek mortal cursed in Tartaurus to spend all eternity in a pool of water with fruit branches overhead, but never being able to reach them to take a bite to eat or drink.
Used to describe a purpetual streak of bad luck, usually characterized by a sudden upsurge of good fortune that ultimately turns sour when the 'cursed' party goes to secure it.
Used to describe a purpetual streak of bad luck, usually characterized by a sudden upsurge of good fortune that ultimately turns sour when the 'cursed' party goes to secure it.
Man, I'm really Tantalus cursed, today. I just got this big check in the mail, that I need to pay the bills with, but I can't cash it in, anywhere!
Tantalus curse by SynjoDeonecros November 29, 2004
Tantalus's Cupboard (TC)
A non newspeak term for Universal Basic Income (UBI).
When goods and services are technically available, visible in store windows, online websites and metaverses, but ordinary citizens can't access them due to shortages, rationing, price and an unacceptable social credit score.
Tantalus a Greek mythological figure, most famous for his punishment in Tartarus, was made to stand in a pool of water beneath a fruit tree with low branches. The fruit ever eluding his grasp, the water always receding before he could take a drink.
When goods and services are technically available, visible in store windows, online websites and metaverses, but ordinary citizens can't access them due to shortages, rationing, price and an unacceptable social credit score.
Tantalus a Greek mythological figure, most famous for his punishment in Tartarus, was made to stand in a pool of water beneath a fruit tree with low branches. The fruit ever eluding his grasp, the water always receding before he could take a drink.
Carmen: "I just got my UBI payment, but it's barely enough for rent."
Beth: "Classic TC"
Carmen: "fml and f Tantalus's Cupboard (TC)"
Beth: "Classic TC"
Carmen: "fml and f Tantalus's Cupboard (TC)"
Tantalus's Cupboard (TC) by jr99999 July 8, 2024
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Surf Dracula Syndrome
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