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character trait acquisition 

A term invented by HG Tudor, famous NPD author, proving that imitation is NOT, in fact, the sincerest form of flattery. Instead it's the preferred method of destruction for a narcissist to try and steal everything good about you like the mythological Ape of Thoth. They are trying to steal your place at the table in life, your professional/private destiny and social karma. It is a theft of your erotic capital, unique personal style, idiolect or manner of speech, intellectual capital, social capital including hobbies etc. It's giving Single White Female but this can happen to anybody, from anyone else, including cultural appropriation from any outgroup racially, sexually or generic outsider in class. It continues until they steal the target's life including spouse and friends or they are exposed for being too blatant or possibly, rarely, find another juicier target or can no longer access the original target, like being blocked. Paper trails are useful with these types of people because they will project whatever they are doing onto you, always be the first to publish something of yours, never let them see or edit anything. Never tell them your plans, even something frivolous and simple like your intended outfits and favourite restaurants. Stay vague and go Grey Rock to survive. Do not let them interrogate you on your life, beliefs, plans, dreams, crushes etc.
e.g. "Meghan was dressing like Diana again."
"She really thinks we won't notice? Creepy."
"Classic character trait acquisition."
"Why is HG always right?"
"Eton, I guess."
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An Irish phrase meaning shit, derived from ass
(Not to be confused with the literal description of one's buttocks)
"Did you hear the song Aylek$ dropped?"
"Hardly. Her music is absolute cheeks."

"My boyfriend say LaFlame is cheeks."
"Tell your boyfriend I said it's his mixtape that's cheeks."
Cheeks by thecartisan April 26, 2020
Word of the Day on May 21, 2026

sans sheriff 

Lawless use of fonts or typography, with no regard to aesthetics or legibility
I'm putting this CV straight in the bin. Written totally sans sheriff.
sans sheriff by Jamarley July 3, 2019
Word of the Day on May 20, 2026

Breadhead 

Someone who is addicted to obtaining money and building wealth. A money addict and fanatic. Breadheads often work more than one full-time job, and some even participate in illicit activities to "obtain the bread".
A breadhead is like a crackhead, but for money instead of crack.
Breadhead by 🅱️ U S 3 4 8 March 30, 2022
Word of the Day on May 19, 2026

Stink lines

As seen in illustrations or cartoons: Wavy, vertical lines rising above a person, place or thing. Denotes a foul odor.
"You didn't put enough stink lines on your picture of the teacher."
Stink lines by Athene Airheart March 14, 2004
Word of the Day on May 18, 2026

schmegegge 

Yiddish slang word meaning bullshit, baloney, hogwash, nonsense, crock of shit or hot air.
I don't buy the schmegegge about Morty sleeping with Moira.
His version of the story was pure schmegegge.
The whole schmegegge was made up to get Liz a little bit of attention.
schmegegge by budsbabe February 1, 2008
Word of the Day on May 16, 2026

eye bleach 

Looking or experiencing something nice after witnessing something horrid like a disgusting gif or a disturbing video. Typically used as eye bleach are nice images of whatever makes the disturbed person happy.
"Bleach my eyes! Why is that woman's face ripped off!?"
*Looks up images of puppies and kittens.*
"That's good eye bleach."
eye bleach by Rini2012 November 29, 2016
Word of the Day on May 15, 2026