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support the troops 

a slogan used by politicians and corporations to get support for a war they will never fight in. Also used to sell bumper stickers, car magnets, all that shit. This slogan is said by people who have no inkling what it's like to serve in the Armed Forces.
Gina's car has a "support the troops" bumper sticker on it. It's there because it's the fashionable thing to have on a car these days.

"What About the Troops" Person 

People who wait for someone to announce a tragety or an act of courage or heroism and proceed to state that the announcement has no meaning because the troops have experienced more heroism, tragedy, courage, ect. They then make a statement about the country not having any "true" values.
After a famous celebrity dies Rebecca posted a status about troops dieing every day and stated that everyone needs to talk about that even though she never talks about the troops regularly. She is such a "What About the Troops" Person.

Saluting the troops 

A male arousal to the point where it hurts. Erection of the penis.
She was so hot he ended up saluting the troops.

bring the troops home 

To get laid.

Normally spoken about a recent event, such as last night or this morning. Also denotes a certain level of glory, and should be celebrated by every comrade present.

If this exclamation sparks a political discussion, you've done something wrong. Or you have lame friends.
Jem: Hey Charlie, that girl you were with last night... did you bring the troops home?

Charlie: Mission accomplished, Jem. I fuckin' brought the troops home.

*Charlie and Jem fist bump*

support the troops 

A non sequiter trotted out (usually by conservative Republicans) in an attempt to silence opposition. Typically followed by attempts to slash veterans benefits and support for amnesty for insurgents who haved kill Americans.
You don't think that the Islamic Republic of Iraq is a good idea? Why don't you shut up and support the troops?

respect the troops 

A phrase to be repeated constantly to people that have cheated on their significant others while they are away at boot camp or deployed. As they clearly do not respect the troops, they must be constantly reminded to do so.
"Hey look over there, it's Sarah."
"The Sarah that slept with a guy while her boyfriend was at boot camp?"
"Yeah that one, I'm gonna call her out... HEY SARAH! RESPECT THE TROOPS!"
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countrypolitan 

Term used to describe someone who is a mix of both rural (country) and urban (metropolitan) lifestyles/upbringings. He/she is typically equally comfortable in both settings and is able to seamlessly slip back and forth between the two, appreciating the characteristics of each.
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Witch Bath 

A bath consisting of a variety of slats, oils, soaps or any other added ingredients such as fruits, milks, herbs or any other spices for health or beautifying benifits.
She brought home alot of stuff and took it to the bathroom. She must be taking a witch bath.
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