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Not the brightest bulb in the chandelier
Someone slow, dimwitted or stupid - another way of saying "Not the sharpest knife in the drawer". Also, someone who stands out in a crowd as being particularly unintelligent.
Marisa: Why does Eric even bother talking in class - he has no idea what he's talking about.
Michael: What do you expect? I mean he's not the brightest bulb in the chandelier!
Michael: What do you expect? I mean he's not the brightest bulb in the chandelier!
Not the brightest bulb in the chandelier by SpencerDuhm March 15, 2009
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ear chandelier
A long, dangling earring that contains long strands of shiny metal and/or gemstones. Very much adds to a woman's look, and frames her face and smile.
ear chandelier by yes juanito yes December 17, 2014
chanell
a woman with strong confidence in herself, having a unique beauty, trust worthy and nurturing. she does it all and is loyal and true. genuinely one of a kind.
chanell by Mz. Public Relations February 5, 2010
Chanelle
Chanelle is a cool girl who loves making people laugh. Although Chanelle gets along with just about everyone, she only has a couple of true friends. She is also smart, cute and always happy. When it comes to boys she is timid very shy,and not really herself until she really gets to know him. But she makes a laid back girl. Chanelle can fit into about any social group. She hates seeing sloppy people.
Chanelle by lavidalocacoco1 March 16, 2013
Chantelle
Chantelle by Badmanchan November 22, 2021
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