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Thompson's Law 

The superstious belief that when given a list of like or similar minor tasks to be completed in order, the last repetition will invariably the most difficult or impossible to complete - in contrast to the preceding tasks that were completed with ease.

Originated in teh Irish section of Boston, Massachusetts called Dorchester.
The final screw could not be driven completely into the wall, after continually trying, the screw was worn to the point where the driver could not bite it. The capenter sighed and said out loud, "thompson's law".
Thompson's Law by Paul Ameradeus October 3, 2006

Thompson's Arse 

Describes unexplained paranormal phenomena or psychic activity. Now predominately used in South West England but believed to have originated some years ago in the North East.
"What we have here is a case of Thompson's arse"
Thompson's Arse by Ben Turpin February 3, 2018

Hunter S. Thompson Syndrome (HSTS) 

A condition characterized by the adoption, and subsequent involuntary internalization of, the mannerisms and habits of the late Hunter S. Thompson.
Johnny Depp's case of Hunter S. Thompson Syndrome (HSTS) during the filming of Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas was so accurate and deeply entrenched that it actually creeped out Thompson himself.

Hunter S Thompson 

A sports journalist and author made famous by his highly opinionated articles, a style which was later dubbed by an unimpressed critic as "Gonzo Journalism." He became a cultural icon in the late 60's for his very open and honest accounts of drug and alcohol use.

He wrote many books about his adventures with narcotics; most notably, Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas.
"I hate to advocate drugs, alcohol, violence, or insanity to anyone, but they've always worked for me."
- Hunter S Thompson

Hunter S.Thompson 

Amazing writer and journalist. Famous books include Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas,Rum Diary, and Hell's Angels. He passed February 21, 2005 from suicide
The death of Hunter Thompson was a sad day for the world of journalism
Hunter S.Thompson by Holden February 23, 2005

Hunter S Thompson 

The only journalist that ever mattered.
brought light the fact that the American dream is misguided.
Authored some of the greatest works of our time.
Took his own life, and with it he took away the last of the great American writers.
Hunter S Thompson by Timmie B October 26, 2006
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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.
Word of the Day on October 5, 2026
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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korean word for madam, older woman
Ajumma wait a moment
Ajumma by aintnotinbutnice July 5, 2009
Word of the Day on September 30, 2026

Slop Grenade

When someone uses AI to generate a large document, slide deck, or piece of code/software and tosses it over the fence for you to deal with.
Chad: Hey Brent I sent you the new backend API change to review, it’s only 100 files changed.

Brent: he just tossed me a slop grenade
Slop Grenade by Joe Squid September 28, 2026
Word of the Day on September 29, 2026
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