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HiLaM is an acronym for "Handles it like a man" and/or "Handling it like a man." It originated on the SpongeBob Fanon Wiki. More often than not, people also say "because, well, you know," after saying HiLaM.
"Patrick handles it like a man."

"Patrick handles it like a man, because, well, you know."

"The HiLaM episodes are the new CLaB."

"The HiLaM episodes are the new cries like a baby."
HiLaM by DonPaolo April 4, 2023
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hilarian 

My sister came up with this word to describe me when she was about eight years old. It is a portmanteau combining "hilarious" and "comedian." It is used sarcastically conveying the idea that "although you think you're funny, you're not."
Dude: Jack be not nimble; Jack be not quick; Jack couldn't jump over that there candlestick.
Bro: Hilarious, dude.
Dude: I'm a poet, I knows it.
Bro: Yeah, you're a real hilarian.
hilarian by J No Period November 4, 2020

hilariocity 

Used to define a so-bad-it's-good movie. It's such an atrocity, it's hilarious. Hilariocity.
Did you see The Room? It's such a hilariocity.
The Wicker Man starring Nicolas Cage is one of the greatest hilariocities of all time.
hilariocity by IAMtheAK August 8, 2016

Hilarious and original 

A reply to a post online that is so overused it is no longer funny, hence the intense sarcasm in both words
Post: Ayy lmao
Reply: Hilarious and original
French variance means cheerful- usually loves to watch Steve Harvey’s Family Feud’s Funniest Moments. Kind soul very funny!
“Always a Hilaire to be around!”
Hilaire by ScaryStomps June 30, 2020

Mentally Hilarious 

A 'better' alternative to using the word 'crazy' or 'insane' to someone. Or just a fun way to call someone crazy. Also, 'mentally jolly' can be used. From the Family Guy episode 'The Fat Guy Strangler'.
"Dr, is my brother really insane?"
"Mrs Griffin, we don't use the word 'insane', we prefer the term 'mentally hilarious'"
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pajama casual 

Pajama casual is a term used when working from home and preparing for a video conference. All business above the waist and your pajama pants down below.
We have a Zoom meeting in a few minutes and I’ll probably go pajama casual.
pajama casual by jrod-knows March 31, 2020
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funflation 

The recent boom in consumer spending on entertainment and experiences with a high demand running up the cost of enjoying of those experiences.
I’m trying to go to this Taylor Swift concert but the funflation has made it so impossible for me to afford tickets.
funflation by Dfree523 November 17, 2023
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A US deep south term for an alligator. Usually used in the Cajun dialect.
Take the big pirogue, I saw a huge swamp dog out there earlier.
swamp dog by Crystal Ambrose May 22, 2006
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Throat Sweats 

The feeling and build up in your mouth/throat of saliva that sometimes accompanies nausea.
Oh man those burritos gave me the throat sweats, I hope I don’t have food poisoning.
Throat Sweats by TacoFings420 April 23, 2024
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Being ignored by someone when making a statement or asking a question. Also known as blanked and turfed.
Person 1: Did u watch ** last nite?
Person 2:......
Person 3: O no u got aired!
aired by Pietro February 9, 2005
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