The Cox Effect was coined in October 2025. This meme has gone viral social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram. The term refers to manipulating someones peers into acting like internet celebrity and actor Charlie Cox. These acts may include listening to rock and roll, playing video games like Sea of Thieves, and "dragging a bit."
Mickey: Dude I have really gotten into Metallica and Pearl Jam recently.
Henry: NO! You have fallen under The Cox Effect.😭
Henry: NO! You have fallen under The Cox Effect.😭
by UpTownChuck October 25, 2025
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