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need-to-know basis 

Fairly self-explainatory, a tight security method in which information is only given to those who can present a good case for knowing about a project.
The example is classified, and given out on a need-to-know basis only. Obviously, it isn't funny.

Need to Know OCD

An obsession with wanting to know everything there is to know about a topic, subject, product, software, game, etc.
Due to my Need to Know OCD I had dozens of browser tabs open while I researched my current medical condition.

Need to know basis

Good because I need to know everything immediately and anyone telling you to withhold information from me need to be brought to me for execution, immediately.
Hym "You know I'm going to murder anyone telling you that I am on a 'need to know basis' right? That is one of the 2 things I said I would murder over 1. Pretend to be me in an overt capacity and 2. Withholding information FROM me. Bring anyone telling you that to me immediately. For murder."
Need to know basis by Hym Iam December 8, 2025

ntk - need to know 

This is a self defining phrase used in high security settings such as the military and intelligence fields.
I am sorry we can't share that sort of file with you. If it existed it would be on an ntk - need to know basis.

Here's what you need to know 

This is one of the Legacy media's current buzz phrases circa 2022. It is usually part of the headline of a news story. It is meant to grab your attention with its imperative "YOU NEED TO KNOW". It is unclear what will happen if you don't know about the subject in question, however, the phrase compels the reader explore further.
Thinking about going outside today? Here's what you need to know.

What I need to know

If you would just tell me this it would solve all of my problems immediately.
Hym "I mean if you would just tell me what I need to know the problem would be solved. But you don't want want to because that would be too easy. Life should be hard. I should have to try. Why? Seriously, why should I have to if I don't have to naturally? If I can just get things without, why make me?"
What I need to know by Hym Iam June 22, 2022
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Basically the same meaning as ate.
x:"Girl your fit chewed today!"
Chewed by iod1o March 30, 2022
Word of the Day on October 19, 2026

Blue Movie 

A pornographic film.

The use of the word "blue" to refer to sexually explicit content was first recorded in Scotland in 1824. "Blue" meant "lewd" because prostitutes dressed in blue gowns.
I found your stash of blue movies under your bed.
Blue Movie by Shayde79 January 20, 2011
Word of the Day on October 18, 2026

fache-couture 

French slang, which translated, means "bull's fashion" but basically equates to "hyper trendy" or overly trendy. Used when a person wishes to express distaste at the latest fashion trend/fad, because it seems that everyone has a certain item of clothing or is wearing it. This term is most frequently heard in Paris but is slowly spreading to other parts of France.
1. That Burberry scarf is so fache-couture.
2. That purple American Apparel hoodie is so fache-couture.
fache-couture by bkgmh46x0x March 18, 2008
Word of the Day on October 17, 2026
A slang term for GLP-1 medications(like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, etc.), usually referring to their appetite-killing, weight-loss, or “I forgot to eat” effects rather than the medical details.

Usage:
* Often casual, ironic, or meme-y
* Can imply effortless weight loss, suppressed hunger, or being “powered by pharmaceuticals”

Notes:
Not a brand name—just shorthand for the whole GLP-1 wave. Frequently shows up in online jokes, gym talk, and group chats where people pretend they’re *totally* doing it naturally.
“I’m not dieting, I’m just on that glippy.”
“Ever since the glippy hit, food feels optional.”
“That summer body? Yeah, glippy assisted.”
Glippy by Wild Stoner Appears December 14, 2025
Word of the Day on October 16, 2026

fauxstalgia 

Faux nostalgia. Faking old things in an attempt to recapture the feeling of times gone past, especially of technology that has passed.
Hipstamatic pictures, just like the vinyl-static added to digital recordings, is prime fauxstalgia
fauxstalgia by scotte61 December 16, 2010
Word of the Day on October 15, 2026

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
Word of the Day on October 14, 2026
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