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Kettle on

Although antiquated, to 'put the kettle on' is to say that the conversation will continue because of some new deep or entertaining news has been revealed and needs discussing, usually this involves actually making a new cup of tea (giving time to savour the space before gossip) but...

'Kettle on!' has no intention of actually making tea and can be said anywhere, it's like saying 'oh fuck me, this is news' or 'you have my undivided attention', 'I need to know everything'
Carl: stace was down the pub with len last night, but he's supposed to be legit with shanice
DAZ: kettle on!

Carl: well, after prison he....
by My real name is nick April 4, 2021
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Put the Kettle On

"I just spent my entire work shift looking at pictures of Tom Cruise as Stacey Jaxx...put the kettle on, honey."
by Anonymous467 June 25, 2012
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Put the kettle on

to have enough time (i.e. for a chat)
A: How's your date from last week?
B: Well... That's a long story.
A: Great, I'll put the kettle on!
by janeofalltrades January 3, 2021
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Hey dude, pop the kettle on. My mouth is as dry as a nun's crutch.
by woody185 May 1, 2016
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"Put kettl' on!"
by LikesAGoodCuppaTea September 30, 2016
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