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Sacred Band of Thebes 

An army comprised of 150 pairs of homosexual lovers. The army won every battle until it was finally defeated by Philip of Macedonia and his son Alexander the Great. When Philip saw the lovers dead side by side, he wept and said, "Perish any man who suspects that these men either did or suffered any thing that was base." He then buried them with honor. Plato wrote about their code of ethics.
"If there were only some way of contriving that a state or an army should be made up of lovers and their loves, they would be the very best governors of their own city, abstaining from all dishonour, and emulating one another in honour; and when fighting at each other's side, although a mere handful, they would overcome the world. For what lover would not choose rather to be seen by all mankind than by his beloved, either when abandoning his post or throwing away his arms? He would be ready to die a thousand deaths rather than endure this. Or who would desert his beloved or fail him in the hour of danger? The veriest coward would become an inspired hero, equal to the bravest, at such a time; Love would inspire him." Plato: "Symposium"

There's no honor among Thebes 

What detractors say to discredit the ancient Egyptians. In reality, the citizens of that area were little different statistically from folks elsewhere in the world at the time... there were the nice ones, and then there were the not-so nice ones.
Anybody who believes that there's no honor among Thebes hasn't read the history books --- it was a typical "mixed bag" of people, just like with civilizations everywhere.

Well, sweet mother Theresa on the hood of a Mercedes Benz, you sound like a majestic f*cking eagle 

When you hear Armin Arlert's voice for the first time.
Keith Shadis-- Well, sweet mother Theresa on the hood of a Mercedes Benz, you sound like a majestic f*cking eagle.
Theresa’s are stunning,smart,and really funny. Once u hurt Theresa or one of her friends she will hold a grudge for some time but eventually forgive u however not forget what u did. Theresa is also very popular and whenever she walks down the hallway someone will always say hi or ask how she is. She has loads of amazing features such as her curves and her gorgeous eyes. Theresa’s usually have long hair and are average in height. She is an absolute keeper and if u loose her u will instantly regret it. Also she is the best girlfriend u could ever ask for!!!
Steve: who’s that
Geve: it’s theresa obviously

Woa: she’s stunning

Geve:that’s the only true thing I’ve said all year
Theresa by Teddylovelife July 27, 2019
Therese is one of the most sweetest people that you will ever meet. At times she will be insecure but you just have to keep reminding her about how beautiful she is. She is super super talented and has a bubbly personality. Sometimes through her contagious smile it’s hard to see what she’s actually going through. But all she needs is a hand up. If you have a Therese in your life you better love and cherish her forever.
Person 1: “Omg it’s Therese !!!!”
Person2: “Finally some light in this room.”
Therese by Parkjiminslostjams June 4, 2021

Theresa May 

Theresa May can’t run a country
Theresa May by BigJillHudson January 18, 2019
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A girl who does ballet and only talks about ballet. Her schedule is filled with dance classes which does not allow her to do any other activity.
"Hey, do you know that girl Sally?"

"Yeah, she's kind of annoying. All she ever talks about it ballet."

"Wow, what a Bunhead."

"Hey Sally, you want to hang out this weekend?"
"I can't, I have dance."
"You're such a Bunhead."

"Yeah... I know."
Bunhead by Jen00 October 24, 2014
Word of the Day on October 6, 2026

trucker's tan 

A sunburn or suntan focused on the left arm. It is caused by the left side of the body being the only half that gets exposed to sunlight while driving. Presumably, it would be located on the right side of the body in countries where they drive on the left side of the road.
I had a trucker's tan after driving for 10 straight hours on a sunny day.
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The phenomenon where adults salivate at children's toys
Every time I walk into the toy aisle, I catch myself kidulting over the latest action figures and LEGO sets!
kidulting by Emotional Cruiser October 12, 2025
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British slang for a scientist or technical expert, esp . when the speaker is not certain of the expert’s specific field of study. Not necessarily derogatory, but typically used by persons without a technical background. In the US, the equivalent would be “egghead”, “squint”, or “geek.”

Origin of the word is unknown. Started sometime in World War 2. Given the typical evolution of British slang, could easily have started because what these experts did was confusing or “baffling” to the common person.
According to the boffins downstairs, the murderer used a serrated blade.
Boffin by Agnon February 11, 2023
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Pee Calculus

When you have to pee in a movie but don’t want to miss anything, and must do the following mental equation: will the amount I have to pee cause enough discomfort to diminish my attention capacity for the remainder of the movie to an extent which is greater than the amount of the movie I would miss by making a mad dash to the restroom.
I saw Satantango last night, wonderful film but by the 5th hour I had to start doing pee calculus.
Pee Calculus by anorlondo October 1, 2026
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Literally "dirty" pronounced with a West Indian accent. Can also have a positive connotation, for example Sean Paul's album title "Dutty Rock".
"The girl is pretty but she corrupt and dutty!"

or, in a positive usage:

"Booya! That freestyle was dutty!"
Dutty by J Hall April 3, 2003
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